About the Position: Serves as 2nd Assistant Engineer on a diesel powered, seagoing hopper dredge and is responsible for the proper and continuous operation of all engine room machinery during assigned watch.

Duties

Serves as 2nd Assistant Engineer on a diesel powered, seagoing hopper dredge and is responsible for the proper and continuous operation of all engine room machinery during assigned watch. Stands on regular scheduled watches in the central control monitor room of the engine room. Make routine inspection of all engineer spaces and equipment including dredge pumps, bow thruster, steering gear and areas. Starts stops and adjusts engine room equipment as necessary. Observes pressure and temperature gauges and alarms and listens for sounds which indicate abnormal operating conditions. Supervises and/or performs the operation, routine repair and maintenance of all engine room equipment and assists Chief Engineer and Assistant Chief Engineer with major repairs.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Position requires a pre-employment physical examination and be enrolled in the medical surveillance program that requires periodic physical examinations.
• This position meets the criteria for random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218.
• Must possess a current U.S. Coast Guard license for Second Assistant Engineer of Motor Vessels, unlimited.
• Heavy lifting up to 50lbs.
• Mission Essential position.
• 1-Year Supervisory/Managerial probationary period.
• Incumbent will be in charge of the Engine Department during tie-up periods.
• Days of operation and typical daily schedules will vary based on site specific work requirements. Typical schedules may consist of 1, 2, or 3 specific shift schedules.

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. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceExecutive Order (E.O.) 12721Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APostal Service/Peace Corps and Other Unique AuthoritiesPriority 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 EligibleReinstatementVeterans 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 Assistant Engineer Diesel without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Engineer Diesel duties such as executing work in the operation, maintenance and repair on a marine vessel engaged in dredging operations. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability to Lead or SuperviseKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Technical Practices for Seagoing Vessels PHYSICAL EFFORT: Must exercise moderate to heavy physical effort in handling engine room equipment. Work is usually dirty, dusty and greasy; and is performed in cramped quarters. Frequently exposed to possibility of cuts, scrapes, and infections. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works primarily aboard a Hopper dredge, but may at times work on other Army Corps vessels, barges, or launches. Worker is frequently exposed to above normal temperatures and noise levels, confined spaces, and the danger of falling on slippery decks, etc. When assisting in repairs, there is danger of cuts, bruises, electric shock, and broken bones. Danger of drowning exists. Subject to dust, grease, and soiling of clothing and skin surfaces.

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