You will serve as a RIGGER LEADER in the Public Works Business Line, Transportation Product Line, Public Works Transportation Department of NAVFAC ENGINEERING CMD MID-ATLANTIC.

Duties

You will assist in providing on the job training in the performance of rigger in charge duties while also performing both leader and journey level rigging functions associated with weight handling and lifting operations. You will support Crane and Rigging operations by assisting with the planning and coordination of work for the Rigging Supervisor. You will determine manpower, tooling, material availability, machine capabilities, and the methods required to complete rigger work. You will have overall control of the operation including planning all aspects of the lift; determining the weight of the load to be lifted; and establishing the appropriate method of communication with the operator. You will interpret and explain work instructions and blueprints for employees when necessary for the completion of rigging assignments. You will spot check rigger work operations and review completed work inspection reports to verify production and quality standards are met. You will perform crane and rigging work in conjunction with floating cranes and conduct shipboard testing of accommodation ladders, cargo booms, and ship’s rigging gear and replenishment stations. You will ensure all personnel involved have their personal protective equipment with them, in working order, and that it is properly being utilized.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• This is a bargaining unit position.
• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or pass the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
• You must have completed the Crane Rigger Course outlined in NAVFAC P-307, and when designated, must be able to fulfill the duties of a rigger in charge as per 10.2.1.1 NAVFAC P307.
• All personnel assigned to this position must qualify as ammunition and Hazardous Material Handler (AMHAZ). Personnel will be provided the necessary information and training to enable them to pass a basic written qualification test.

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1. The nature of the position requires the incumbent to have superior journeyman level trade knowledge, experience and a thorough understanding of modern day technical rigging trade theory, practices and procedures, to efficiently direct the work operations. 2. Incumbent must have the skill and knowledge to plan, lay out, assemble, and install rigging on a variety of objects, and to make complex and critical judgements to rig and move objects in confined spaces. 3. Must have knowledge of equipment capacities and limitations to maneuver over, under, and around obstacles by tilting, dipping, and turning the suspended load. 4. The incumbent is required to be thoroughly familiar and knowledgeable of the NAVFAC P-307 Manual (Weight Handling Program Management) and must demonstrate expert ability to direct all lifting and handling operations, to include mobile crane operations on the pier. 5. Must be capable of applying international crane hand signals and possess the necessary skills and abilities needed to select tackle and lifting gear suitable for the loads and for rigging loads safely and securely. 6. The incumbent must be capable of reading and interpreting instructions, technical drawings, and blueprints. Must have knowledge of industry wide trade rules, regulations, and safety factors. Must have the knowledge and the ability to work with basic arithmetic and be fully capable of computing basic mathematical formulas used for establishing weights, heights and volumes and determine center of gravity, etc. 7. Personnel performing rigger leader duties and responsibilities must be thoroughly familiar with hazardous materials and hazardous material containment and handling. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Contacts

• Address NAVFAC ENGINEERING CMD MID-ATLANTIC 9324 Virginia Ave Norfolk, VA 23511 US
• Name: Department of Navy EIC
• Email: [email protected]