Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to, ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (CRANE OPERATOR), WG-5716-11, is to serve as an Engineering Equipment Operator/ Munitions Handler for the Navy D5 De-mil. program at the Utah Test and Training Range.

Duties

Operate one or more types of heavy equipment to excavate, backfill, grade, or level earth to rough specifications on such projects as breaking new ground for trails, roads, airfields, other construction sites and, the Class IV Landfill. Operate boom cranes in a variety of outdoor areas where maneuverability is limited and precise load placement is critical. Perform as an Ordnance Handler (OH) on a fully qualified and certified crew member in Conventional (Conv.) and/or Large Rocket Motor (LRM) Operations; capable of performing all tasks related to the safe and efficient shipping, receiving, storage, inventory, housekeeping, and related duties for Arms, Ammunition and Explosive (AA&E) commodities. Perform operational tasks, in compliance with Standing Operating Procedures (SOP) or other similar task guidance procedures, for the safe and efficient execution of shipping, receiving, and warehousing operations relating to all customer commodities (AA&E and Non-AA&E). Responsible for helping to maintain a work environment that is safe, professional, free from harassment (i.e. sexual, racial, religious, age, etc) and is conducive to a harmonious work atmosphere.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• The position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This position may require travel.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• PHYSICAL: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate valid state driver’s license is required. Must maintain a valid government operator permit.
• Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). May be required to obtain a Hazardous-Material Endorsement on the CDL.
• Emergency overtime may be required. The employee be required to work other than normal duty hours which may include weekends, and/or holidays. Is subject to call back at any time.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all certifications needed to meet AA and E munitions requirements.
• Must be able to obtain appropriate security clearance.
• May be required to travel for Temporary Duty (TDY) on military or commercial conveyances.
• Depending on availability employees are allowed to stay overnight in the readiness center during the work week or if overtime is needed.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5700 Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Operation of Motor Vehicles 2. Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) 3. Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) 4. Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) 5. Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) 6. Reliability and Dependability as a Engineering Equipment Operator PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Continual control changes to maneuver crane and load around obstructions requires strenuous physical effort. Heavy physical effort is used by the operator in constantly reaching, bending, turning, and moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to handle different sets of controls, levers, clutches, and brakes to operate the equipment and attachments. Work becomes increasingly strenuous because of the type of equipment handled and the requirement for more frequent adjustments under adverse operating conditions. Operator exerts heavy effort in pushing, pulling, and depressing the various levers, clutches, and brakes. Is subject to strain caused by vibrations of the crane, and from the jerking and jolting motions while lifting and moving loads and operating over rough surfaces. Also subject to body strain from bending and twisting to observe movements and signals. Occasionally moves objects weighing up to 50 pounds, e.g., lifting hooks and cables, changing rigging, setting out riggers, etc. WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee works inside and outside in all kinds of weather frequently exposed to dust and dirt. Works near moving parts of equipment and machinery. Works near and around large munitions. May be exposed to grease, fumes, solvents, high noise, vibrations, and exposure to injury from the possibility of equipment overturning. May be required to wear protective clothing such as hard hats, steel-toed shoes, gloves, masks, and aprons.

Contacts

• Address Hill AFB 7437 6th Street Bldg 430, Rm 119 Hill AFB, UT 84056 US
• Name: Hill AFB DP2YHA
• Phone: (801) 586-4678
• Email: [email protected]