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: This position is located with the US Army Engineer District, Operations Division, Project Operations Branch in Galveston, TX

Duties

Work independently exercising judgment and initiative to determine need for and extent of repairs in order to maintain equipment in continuous operation to the fullest extent possible. Determine and maintain current and adequate spare parts inventory sufficient to maintain floating plant in good operating condition under normal circumstances. Maintain current and accurate records of operations, malfunctions, repairs, modifications, etc., and enters pertinent information into computer to continuously update data. Assist supervisor in preparation of schedules and budget for maintenance and major fleet repairs for all Maintenance Section equipment. Put the operation and maintenance records into the COE's automated equipment maintenance system (FEM).

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires a pre-employment physical exam due to the physical requirement of the position.
• Temporary Duty Travel (TDY) Business travel up to 50% of the time.
• TDY travel is required to remote sites throughout the region.
• The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license to operate a motor vehicle in accomplishment of assigned duties.
• 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.

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. XF-5334-10 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Marine Machinery Mechanic ~ by independently providing troubleshooting, diagnosing, planning and completing projects or work orders involving major systems, diesel engines and gasoline outboard engines, and other related mechanical and electrical systems aboard boats/vessels. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. XF-5334-08 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Marine Machinery Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision by applying duties of installing, maintaining, repairing, overhauling diesel and gasoline outboard engines and other mechanical and electrical systems aboard boats/vessels. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Required to stand, walk, and climb most of the time in performing assigned duties. Frequently reaches, bends, pulls, pushes, and lifts in order to move/install/repair heavy machinery equipment. Lifts objects up to 100 pounds with assistance. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in inclement weather conditions and exposed to open river conditions when working on marine floating plant equipment and is subject to dangers such as wet and/or slippery surfaces, snagged ropes and cables, and drowning. Works in confined/enclosed areas such as spaces between bulkheads and decks and the proximity of machinery. Conditions are subject to exhausts,fumes, noises, and cramped/awkward/uncomfortable positions. Works around moving/rotating/reciprocating machinery where there is danger of injury due to falls, cuts,bruises, and burns. Various protective devices such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves and hard hats are used.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Contacts

• Address RK-W2SU03 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT GALVESTON DO NOT MAIL Galveston, TX 77553 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk