This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as a Steersman of the Dredge Potter and small towing vessels under the direct supervision of the Master in support of the Dredge Potter and its mission as well other District assets to include the M/V Pathfinder and Grand Tower.

Duties

Operates vessel by manipulating pilothouse controls governing the speed and direction of the .boat Stands a scheduled watch. Performs daily maintenance checks and maintains vessels in a safe, clean, orderly manner. Replenish fuels, lubricants, and other supplies on the vessel. During lay-up periods from operations may be utilized and assigned to other essential work in the District.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires a USCG License. Incumbent must obtain and maintain Steersman, Western Rivers license (Merchant Marine Credential) and Radar Observer within 12 months of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a 100-ton Master boat operator's permit.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment and annual physical examination to ensure required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position meets the criteria for random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218.
• Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Must possess a valid state issued vehicle driver’s license prior to employment and maintain thereafter.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens 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) Steersman ~ without more than normal supervision. I am skilled in performing daily maintenance checks, transferring fuel from tanks and barges, and making routine operating repairs - 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 SupervisionReliability and Dependability as a Towboat OperatorWork Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) PHYSICAL EFFORT: Physical exertion is required in lifting heavy parts, tying up barges, etc. May lift up to 50 pounds or more. Work may involve long periods of standing, lifting, climbing, and walking. Incumbent must have color and depth perception and be able to see in low visibility conditions in order to navigate a dredge, tenders, towboats and other vessels. Operating the vessel requires standing for long periods with continual hand and eye coordination. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works around moving machinery and floating plant. Physical exertion is required in lifting heavy parts, tying up barges, etc. Works both inside and outside during a variety of weather conditions and climates, including extremes of heat and cold and heavy rainfall. There is a danger of slipping from floating plant into water with possibility of physical injury or drowning. On-shore work may involve working in mud, snow, or ice, in dirty or cramped situations. There is danger of injury as a result of snapping cables and lines moving heavy equipment and lifting heavy anchors. There is exposure to traffic hazards, especially at night.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address RG-W2R903 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-ST LOUIS DO NOT MAIL St. Louis, MO 63103 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk