This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. Please see "How to Apply Section" for specific details on applying for this position.

Duties

You will perform maintenance and repair work on the Chesapeake and Delaware Bridge. Climb and rigs scaffolding, climbs to all areas of the bridge, hook up safety cables for other members of the crew, checks all cables and make secure. Clean and prepare bridge surfaces using high pressure hoses, pumps and sandblasters. Perform welding duties using acetylene and electric welding processes, able to weld vertical, flat and horizontal. Clean and maintain tools, materials and equipment. Operate and drive an A-62 Reach-All, crash truck both weighing over 26,000 pounds and a water truck weighing 26,000 when empty and weighing up to 65,000 fully loaded., and water truck to worksites Perform operator maintenance on all vehicles (e.g. monitoring fluid levels, replacing air filter, checking tire pressure hose connections). Maintain service records, completes oil delivery records, trip tickets and completes accident report in case of accident.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must undergo and pass pre-employment physical and biennially thereafter.
• May be subject to a one year probationary period
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an N Tank Endorsement
• Must be willing to take and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and must be willing and able to pass random drug and alcohol (to include urine analysis) tests thereafter.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): The ability to perform the work of a Bridge Mechanic Helper (MVO) independently without more than normal supervision to include tasks such as: various bridge safety and repair work including checking equipment for safety and preparing bridge surfaces; operating and driving an A-62 Reach-All (or like equipment) for bridge safety and facilitate bridge repair; and/or perform different welding processes. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Job Elements:The skills, knowledge, abilities, and personal characteristics listed below are important to succeed in the job: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (Screen-out Element) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials PHYSICAL EFFORT: Works in cramped and hard to reach places. This requires standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently required to lift, carry, and set up materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and over. The incumbent exerts moderate physical effort in operating, turning, backing, and controlling vehicles. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed outdoors and at considerable heights. Danger of serious cuts, bruises and broken bones and falls from high places exists. Use of protective clothing and respirator is required when sandblasting. Subject to skin and eye irritations when using solvents and painting.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address RD-W2SF04 US ARMY ENGINEER DIST-PHILADELPHIA DO NOT MAIL Philadelphia, PA 19103 US
• Name: Andrew Marston
• Phone: 410-885-5621
• Email: [email protected]