About the Position: You will be assigned to the MSU as shift operator with responsibility for operation and maintenance of all utility equipment on a self contained quarter boat. NOTE: The duty location of this position will be wherever the Mat Sinking Unit is located. NOTE: This a Permanent-Seasonal appointment, incumbent will be placed in a non-pay status when work is unavailable.

Duties

Operate and make frequent visual and auditory inspections of light plant, oil fired water heaters, ice producing plants, refrigerators for food storage, fire pumps, heating plant, and large kitchen ranges, as kitchen ranges. Observe various pressure temperature, water level gauges, and electric meters reflect proper readings, and that lubricating systems are functioning properly. Inspect pumps of water, lines and refrigerating system to detect need for repacking or repair. Operate motors and pumps in pumping raw water to storage, and in pumping water through the water chlorination and filtering system and into storage tanks.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must pass pre-employment physical as well as an annual physical.
• Work in inclement weather conditions.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing and periodically thereafter.

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 Department of Army Civilian EmployeesDomestic 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.) 13473Priority 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 1998 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) Ulility Systems Repairer/Operator without more than normal supervision. Duties include: Maintaining and operating utility equipment consisting of power plants, light plants, fire and water pumps, ice producing machines, heating systems, cooking equipment, refrigeration units, water chlorination and filtering systems, plumbing works, and sewage disposal systems. Other tasks my include checking and replenishing fuel, changing oil, filling oil and grease cups, and assisting in making major repairs to 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 OutAbility to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)Use of Measuring Instruments Physical Demands: This position requires moderate physical effort in frequently bending, stooping and reaching, and occasionally using tiring positions while handling light hand tools, wrenches and lubricating equipment. These duties are not as physically demanding as general automotive repairing contemplated at the 4th Degree. Working Conditions: Incumbent is exposed to dirt. and grease, noise. that cannot be talked above, uncomfortably hot temperature from motors below top deck of barges, fumes and odors. Works in close proximity to running motors and equipment.

Contacts

• Address RG-W2R904 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-VICKSBURG DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk