This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Competitive Positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position works under the general supervision of the 1st Mate. Generally exercises own initiative and judgment in discharging daily routine responsibilities as shift mate on a self-propelled pipe line dredge.

Duties

Exercising supervision over the shift crew normally ranging from 5 to 8 employees, including deck equipment operators, welder, tender operator, pipelineman, deckhands, etc. Standing a regular watch and is responsible for the continued operation maintenance and safety of the dredge during the shift. Instructing and training subordinates in established procedures and methods and observes work for accuracy, adequacy, and compliance with, instructions. Working with and directing assigned crew and other necessary help in the movement, replacements and repairs of pipeline. Maintaining the dredge, which consists of general cleaning, chipping surfaces painting, and making minor woodwork and metal repairs. Assisting in conducting fire, lifeboat, and man-overboard drills. Requisitions through 1st Mate necessary materials and supplies for use in deck maintenance.

Requirements

• Position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.
• This position requires you to submit to and pass a Pre-Employment Physical Examination.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing.
• This position requires shift work and/or work on rotating shifts to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays and in other situations.
• This position requires a Class 1 Mobile Hydraulic Crane Operators License for 22 Ton Capacity within 24 months of hire.
• This position requires a United States Coast Guard Mate/Pilot Towing License upon Western Rivers at entry. Within 24 months of hire a Master Towing license is required.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

Qualifications

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 an 2nd Mate Pipeline Dredge Class I without more than normal supervision-Instructing and training subordinates in established procedures and methods, and observe work for accuracy, adequacy, and compliance with, instructions. Work with and direct assigned crew and other necessary help in the movement, replacement and repair of pipeline. Direct and check work of repairmen in making repairs and replacements to cables, sheaves, dustpan, rubber sleeves,etc.- 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 PHYSICAL EFFORT: Moderate to heavy physical effort is required for continuous standing, walking, bending, and/or climbing in the operation of winches and ratchets, making up and breaking up of tows, loading materials and supplies, and similar work operations. Lifts and carries items up to 40 lbs. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed on deck and in other locations of the vessel. Spends most of the time on the deck. Work is performed outside subjecting the incumbent to all kinds of weather extremes. The potential exists for slipping on wet decks. Danger of drowning is present in case of accident. There is danger from river traffic hazards, particularly in foggy weather and at night.

Contacts

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