Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. These positions are located in Salmon and Idaho Falls, Idaho. Information about these locations and the surrounding area can be found here and here. We expect to fill two vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

Operate a variety of gasoline or diesel powered engineering and construction heavy equipment in all terrain environments to include mountainous, remote, and steep slope environments. Operate construction equipment with wheeled or crawler type traction, such as road graders, tractors with bulldozer or angle dozer blades, etc. Excavate, backfill, grade, or level earth to rough specifications on such projects trails, roads, dams, dikes, reservoirs, culverts, water developments, structural facilities, firelines, campgrounds, utility lines, concrete pads, construction sites. Operate a variety of motor vehicles such as light and heavy duty pickup trucks, vans, dump trucks, flatbeds, water tanker trucks, semis, lowboys, etc. Operate a forklift to load and unload materials in an outdoor and/or indoor environment. Complete minor maintenance projects such as cleaning culverts and ditches; clearing brush and other debris from roads and/or firelines; installing cattle guards, culverts, signs, and/or fences; removing snow, etc Lead, train, and/or mentor othe.r employees in the operation of engineering equipment on an intermittent and non-continuing basis only Perform routine/minor preventative maintenance, repairs, and safety inspections on engineering equipment and/or motor vehicles. Assist in the development of contract specifications, cost estimates, etc. Perform lower graded painting, electrical, plumbing, masonry, cement, and welding work.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
• You must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Class A, B or C endorsement.
• May require a one-year probationary period.
• This is a Drug Testing Designated Position. You will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use and pass prior to appointment. This position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• The incumbent is required to wear all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) associated with the job.

Qualifications

Screen-out Element: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. Applicants for the position must have operated, as a regular part of employment, a road grader along with one or more small and large wheeled diesel-powered equipment such as crawlers (D6), bulldozers, excavators, backhoes, brush-cutters, and/or front-end loaders. You must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL). OPM Job Qualifications System for Trades and Labor Occupations will be used in determining your qualifications. There is no specific length of training or experience required; however, you must be able to demonstrate through experience shown in the resume materials, that you possess the skill level that has equipped you with the particular job elements to successfully perform the duties of Engineering Equipment Operator without more than normal supervision. 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. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: Heavy physical effort is required in constantly climbing in and out of different machines, and pushing and pulling levers continuously while machine is in operation. Work is strenuous because of the large equipment operated, the adjustments made, and the adverse operating conditions. Considerable strain is caused by the constant vibration of the equipment and the jerking and jolting from operating over rough surfaces. The incumbent is required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds and often puts forth similar effort when pushing, pulling, turning and positioning parts, assemblies, equipment and tools. Work Environment: The operation of large and complicated gasoline or diesel powered engineering and construction equipment in difficult circumstances increases exposure and risk of injury. The incumbent works both inside and outside and is exposed to hot and humid weather and/or extremely cold weather with temperatures ranging from below 0 to above 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice, road oils, and other items such as loose gravel and rocks may create hazardous conditions. The operator is subjected to noise, vibration, dust, dirt, oils, solvents, and fumes from motors and exhausts. When working inside, the incumbent must ensure proper ventilation to minimize fumes caused by equipment or vehicles. The incumbent is frequently exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, abrasions, bruises and strains while servicing and operating equipment. The incumbent is required to follow all prescribed safety practices and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as protective hearing devices and hard hats to prevent injury.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address BLM Idaho State Office BLM Idaho State Office, ID-953 1387 South Vinnell Way Boise, ID 83709-3904 US
• Name: Idaho HR
• Phone: 208-373-3921
• Email: [email protected]