About the Position: Performs maintenance for mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems at high-lift lock and dam facility. Performs and participates in a variety of diagnostic inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs. May occasionally perform lock and dam operator duties.

Duties

Perform repairs and installations of hydraulic and mechanical systems, performs preventative maintenance, diagnostic maintenance inspections and rebuilds lock and dam operating systems, machinery, and related equipment at navigational facilities. Perform installation of new equipment, maintenance, repair, overhaul or replacement of parts, systems, equipment, etc., normally associated with the building, grounds and utilities of such facilities. Inspect, adjust, lubricate, test, install, calibrate, and/or perform major and minor repairs at regularly scheduled intervals. Disassemble electric/hydraulic systems or subsystems to determine extent of repairs and/or overhaul required. Utilize electrical schematic drawings and traces complex circuits to diagnose malfunctions and extent of required repairs. Installs temporary circuits to bypass faulty area if trouble cannot be readily located and corrected. Inspect, troubleshoots, and/or rebuilds electric motors, diesel and gasoline engines of associated equipment at facility (such as large mobile cranes, construction type equipment, bulkhead hoists, generators, hydraulic pumps, air compressors, etc.). Determine extent of needed repair and/or overhaul required and accomplishes the same. Performs repairs and rehabilitation of four-way directional valves, flow control and counterbalance valves and related hydraulic control equipment.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is covered by the Civilian Drug Abuse Testing Program. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R "Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified as Critical under the Drug Abuse Testing Program".
• This position is designated as Mission Essential; incumbents are not subject to administrative dismissal in emergencies created by inclement weather conditions or other emergency situations as appropriate.
• This position requires the incumbent to lift and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or more and will require a pre-employment physical exam.
• Required to obtain and maintain an American Red Cross Standard First Aid card, CPR, and/or AED in good standing.
• Required to wear a prescribed uniform based on site specific requirements. Appropriate protective clothing and/or equipment is provided to minimize or eliminate hazardous conditions, and its use is mandatory.
• Required to have and maintain valid state driver's license based on job-related, site-specific requirements.
• Required to acquire and maintain appropriate Corps of Engineers equipment operating licenses based on site specific requirements.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Army Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) EmployeeCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Lock and Dam Equipment Mechanic without more than normal supervision. Perform complex repairs and installation of hydraulic and mechanical systems, perform preventative maintenance, diagnostic maintenance inspections, and rebuild lock and dam operating systems, machinery, and related equipment at a navigational facility. Select and use a wide variety of available hand and power tools, equipment, measuring devices and materials, along with applicable methods, techniques and procedures specific to electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanic work such as diagnosis, testing, repair or modification, and installation. Work with a high level of independence - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The position Without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Knowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)Trouble shooting Physical Effort: Work requires frequent standing, stooping, stretching, climbing and crouching. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Uses coordination of eyes, hand and feet, and also of legs and body in installing, repairing, or testing equipment in confined areas such as manholes. Climbs ladders and poles. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside during the day and at night, as required by emergencies, on high structures over water that is frequently turbulent, in the proximity of moving machinery and high tension electrical wires, and on scaffolds or slings. Occasionally, works behind bulkhead or in tunnels below water level. Is subject to falls, drowning, electrical shocks, injury and discomfort, exposure to moving equipment, machinery, loud noises, inclement weather, and dangerous icy conditions. Uses safety equipment such as life vest, protective hearing devices, hard hat, hard-toe shoes, respirators, and protective clothing.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address RE-W2SM02 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-LOUISVILLE DO NOT MAIL Louisville, KY 40202 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk