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 the First Mate on a self-propelled hydraulic, steam-electric dredge (cutterhead or dustpan type), with 20" or over discharge pipeline. The Dredge Potter is a self-propelled dustpan dredge operation in inland waters of the United States of America.

Duties

Confers with Watch Mates to plan sequence of operational steps to be taken during respective watches. Works with Chief Engineer in supervising composite crew to ensure maintenance and repair of outside dredging machinery, main pump, and all related equipment. Breaks tow and directs crew(s) in movement of attendant plant from dredge to a safe and convenient location. Conducts general maintenance of dredge, with exception of engine and boiler rooms, e.g., general repairs to deck equipment, cleaning, chipping, painting, etc. Supervises crew in proper placing and anchoring of attendant plant near or adjacent to dredge. On call 24 hours a day.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must possess a U.S. Coast Guard License Master of Towing Vessels and USCG Radar Observers endorsement at appointment.
• Within 24 months of appointment, must upgrade USCG license to Master 1600 Gross Ton Inland or Western Rivers with USCG Radar Observers endorsement or face adverse action.
• The incumbent must maintain valid USCG licenses appropriate for the geographic operational reach of operation and for vessel size/tonnage.
• 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 motor vehicle operator's license for the class of vehicle being operated based on site specific, job related requirements, and must maintain this license.
• Extensive overnight and weekend travel.
• Mandatory overtime.
• During lay-up periods from dredging operations, may be utilized and assigned to other essential work in the District, such as repairs and maintenance of plant at Service Base according to individual qualifications and skills, e.g., supervising others
• Position requires a pre-employment and periodic physical examination and/or evaluation under the District Medical Surveillance Program, and may require the use of personal protective clothing or equipment.

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) 1st Mate Pipeline Dredge Class I (DR) ~ without more than normal supervision. Facilitating setup of dredging operations at a new site, setting anchors, assembling/disassembling pipeline, communicating with commercial traffic to give passing instructions and/or critical information, and operation and/or repair on a variety of dredge and/or deck equipment. - 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 Supervision Screen OutPlanning and EvaluatingStress ToleranceTechnical Competence Physical Effort: Light to moderate physical effort is required for continuous standing and operating of various controls. Incumbent must have color and depth perception and be able to see in low visibility conditions in order to navigate a dredge or tenders. On occasion, may be required to lift equipment or items weighing over 40 pounds to complete tasks. Working Conditions: Work is performed in the pilothouse of the dredge or tenders, on deck, and in other locations of the vessel. Spends most of the time on the deck. Occasionally goes outside in all kinds of weather to attend to duties, being exposed to the elements and subject to slipping on wet decks. Danger of drowning is present in case of accident. There is danger from traffic hazards, particularly in foggy weather and at night. Employees are required to follow established safe working procedures. Appropriate personal protective equipment is provided to minimize or reduce hazardous conditions, and its use is mandatory.

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