A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected. The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay. Open to the first 100 applicants or until 10/16/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

Duties

As a Small Craft Operator, you will perform the following duties: Oversees and manages safety aspects of all watercraft operations, such as proper navigational operations, safety of cargo and personnel, proper loading of cargo, determinations as to whether or not to operate in certain sea and/or weather conditions. Transports and assists scientific parties in locating intended sites in order that research can be conducted. Conducts towing and salvage operations. Collects potable water samples from water systems on islands. Collects beach water samples from Ship Island. Maintains and troubleshoots generators. Maintains and repairs building wiring, lighting, and branch circuits; replaces fixtures and outlets. Performs electrical preventive maintenance, troubleshoots and repairs appliances, marine and shore power generators up to 60 kw, and other electrical equipment. Operates maintains multiple pieces of heavy equipment and attachments with hydraulic controls. Includes tractors, skid-steers, excavators, backhoe with multiple attachments using pto's pneumatic drives. Makes periodic inspections of vessel to recommend repairs during annual yard haul-outs and to maintain vessel in good, safe operating condition by making minor adjustments and repairs as needed. Serves as Contracting Officer's Representative for vessel haul outs and repairs. Writes scopes of work (SOW) for routine vessel maintenance and repairs.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Related to Mobile Equipment Operation) Ability to Operate Safely (Non-motor Vehicles) Operation of Motor Vehicles Reliability and Dependability as a Small Craft Operator Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer Experience: 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.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.

Contacts

• Address Gulf Islands National Seashore 1801 Gulf Breeze Parkway Gulf Breeze, FL 32463 US
• Name: Deanne Kimball
• Email: [email protected]