About the Position: Serves as Second Mate on a self-propelled, sea-going, diesel powered, Class I, hopper dredge, engaged in dredging of waterways. Works under the general supervision of Master, Assistant Master, or Chief Mate. Performs duties and carries out responsibilities in accordance with regulations governing the operation of the vessel. Work is given an occasional check by observation of the vessel's operation and review of log.

Duties

Serves as Second Mate on a self-propelled, sea-going, diesel powered, Class I, hopper dredge, engaged in dredging of waterways. Maintains bridge log during watches and records movement of vessel, weather, tide, sea conditions, and other events and activities. Operates controls involving the dredging and dumping function. Observes gages and adjusts controls to insure optimum load. Coordinates dredging activities with the navigation, movement and speed of the vessel. Records dredging production information and makes entries on multiple load data sheets. Stands regularly scheduled bridge watches with duties consisting of complete navigation and control of the vessel. Keeping the Ship in clean, neat and in order to avoid any hazards (to include the placement of all proper Ship Equipment in its designated place at all times when not in use).

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A copy of your USCG Second Mate of Self-Propelled Vessels of Unlimited Tonnage Upon Oceans license, or a higher license, at time of application.
• Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Successfully complete and pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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) Second Mate Hopper Dredge without more than normal supervision. Assisting with deck operations (assisting with or directing mooring operations, anchor handling tasks, and cargo operations) under general guidelines and bridge operations (safe navigation and dredging operations / operation of dragarm handling controls). I work under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews my work for completion. -- 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, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)Dredging Operation and Equipment MaintenanceVessel OperationsWork Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Credential Requirement:A copy of your current USCG Second Mate of Self-Propelled Vessels of Unlimited Tonnage Upon Oceans license, or a higher license, at time of application. Physical Effort: Works involves standing, climbing, bending in occasionally cramped and awkward positions. Continually handles objects weighing up to 45 pounds. Working Conditions: Works indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. The work environment involves considerable risk from potentially dangerous situations, including exposure to high voltage and working aboard a ship which at times could be exposed to rough seas which may create a potential personal risk. There is exposure to cuts, bruises, scrapes broken bones and dangers of slipping from ladders and work stands. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address RG-W2R902 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-NEW ORLEANS DO NOT MAIL New Orleans, LA 70118 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk