Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in BLM Central Coast Field Office located in Marina, California. Information about Marina, CA and the surrounding area can be found linked. We expect to fill 2 vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

Makes independent decisions on technical matters based on current standard practices and techniques, and the work is performed largely without direct supervision. Operates gasoline or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment with wheeled or crawler type traction in all types of terrain environments. Operate vehicles that may be equipped with auxiliary attachments such as plows, blades, blowers, mowers, sweepers, or sanding units. May operate heavy equipment in support of fire suppression activities on fire lines and to reclaim burned land. Completes minor maintenance projects such as cleaning culverts and ditches; clearing brush and other debris from roads and/or fire lines; installing cattle guards, culverts, signs, and/or fences; removing snow, etc. Assist in the completion of annual property inventories and/or reviews. Conduct inspections on contracts to ensure contracted work is well tracked and documented. Use equipment to excavate, backfill, grade, or level earth such as breaking new ground for trails, roads, dams, dikes, reservoirs, culverts, water developments, structural facilities, campgrounds, utility lines, concrete pads, construction sites, etc Ability to read, understand, and work to fire lines from specifications, drawings, and grade stakes provided by engineers. Conduct assessments of existing road conditions to determine road maintenance needs. Coordinates the completion of major equipment/vehicle repairs with appropriate personnel. Carry out standardized welding operations to join a variety of different kinds of parts or components on items such as kiosks, shelters, grates, gates, cattle guards, culverts, etc.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the 'How to Apply' and 'Required Documents' Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
• You must pass a pre-employment physical.
• You must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Class A endorsement.
• An applicant appointed to this position must possess (or obtain within 30 days of entrance on duty) and maintain a valid state driver's license while employed in this position.
• May require a one year probationary or two year trial period.
• This is a Drug Testing Designated Position. You will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use and pass prior to appointment. This position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• This position is included in a bargaining unit. The National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE), Local 2052, is the exclusive representative of all employees in this bargaining unit.

Qualifications

Selective Placement Factors: This position requires a special qualification that has been determined to be essential to perform the duties and will be used as a screen out element. Those who do not provide evidence they possess the following selective factor(s) will be rated not qualified: You must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Class A endorsement. Screen-out Element: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. OPM Job Qualifications System for Trades and Labor Occupations will be used in determining your qualifications. There is no specific length of training or experience required; however, you must be able to demonstrate through experience shown in the resume materials, that you possess the skill level that has equipped you with the particular job elements to successfully perform the duties of Engineering Equipment Operator without more than normal supervision. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: Heavy physical effort is required in constantly climbing in and out of different machines, and pushing and pulling levers continuously while machine is in operation. Work is strenuous because of the large equipment operated, the adjustments made, and the adverse operating conditions. Considerable strain is caused by the constant vibration of the equipment and the jerking and jolting from operating over rough surfaces. The incumbent is required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds and often puts forth similar effort when pushing, pulling, turning and positioning parts, assemblies, equipment and tools. Work Environment: The operation of large and complicated gasoline or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment in difficult circumstances increases exposure and risk of injury. The incumbent works both inside and outside and is exposed to hot and humid weather and/or extremely cold weather with temperatures ranging from below 0 to above 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice, road oils, and other items such as loose gravel and rocks may create hazardous conditions. The operator is subjected to noise, vibration, dust, dirt, oils, solvents, and fumes from motors and exhausts. When working inside, the incumbent must ensure proper ventilation to minimize fumes caused by equipment or vehicles. The incumbent is frequently exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, abrasions, bruises and strains while servicing and operating equipment. The incumbent is required to follow all prescribed safety practices and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as protective hearing devices and hard hats to prevent injury.

Contacts

• Address BLM California State Office BLM California State Office, CA-945 2800 Cottage Way Suite W-1623 Sacramento, CA 95825 US
• Name: Shayla Costello
• Email: [email protected]