This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel within the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Works as a Lock and Dam operator at a Corps of Engineers navigation facility within the Inland Marine Transportation System (IMTS). at Versailles, IL.

Duties

Perform a variety of maintenance, repair and operational duties at a navigation lock and dam on the Illinois Waterway. Assist in the lockage's of many types of crafts and barges. Perform a variety of routine maintenance and repair tasks associated with the lock structure, dam, related equipment and grounds in order to keep the structure in good appearance and working condition. Lubricate bearings, gears, and other moving parts; assisting in repairs to electrical circuits and machinery or small electrical and mechanical motors. Perform preventive maintenance to a variety of power tools, equipment and machinery; painting gates, bulkheads, service bridge machinery; and lawn and landscaping maintenance. Operate electrical and/or hydraulic controls for filling and emptying valves to raise and lower water level. Operates electrical/hydraulic switches to raise or lower dam gates under supervision.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position meets the criteria for random drug testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218.
• Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Critical Under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program.
• This is a Mission Essential position and is not subject to administrative dismissal in emergencies based on inclement weather conditions, or other emergency situations, as appropriate.
• Incumbent may be required to maintain an American Red Cross Standard First Aid card in good standing.
• Incumbent may be required to wear a prescribed uniform based on site specific requirements.
• Incumbent may be required to have a valid state drivers license based on job related, site specific requirements.
• This is an obligated position. Incumbent must sign an agreement accepting that you are aware of the obligation and accept the fact that you may be displaced under reduction in force procedures at a later time.
• Appropriate protective clothing and/or equipment is provided to minimize or eliminate hazardous conditions, and its use is mandatory.
• Candidate may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Incumbent will be required to work rotating shift work, either 8hr or 12hr shifts to include nights, weekend, and holidays

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. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Lock and Dam Operator~ without more than normal supervision. - 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-out Element)Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)Dexterity and SafetyKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Operation of Equipment and Machinery Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Dexterity and Safety Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Operation of Equipment and Machinery

Contacts

• Address RG-W2R905 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-ROCK ISLAND DO NOT MAIL Rock Island, IL 61204 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk