Second Assistant Engineer Diesel

Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: Stands regular scheduled watches in the central control monitor room of the engine room located on a diesel powered, Seagoing Hopper Dredge

May be selected at any grade level with non-competitive promotion potential to target grade

Duties

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• Operate all engine room machinery on a diesel-powered seagoing hopper dredge.
• Observe and operate pressure and temperature gauges.
• Indicate abnormal alarms in the engine room.
• Inspect all operating machinery to insure proper functioning.
• Maintain central control of the engine room.
• Operate steering gear, bow thruster, and dredge pump equipment.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Possess a current U.S. Coast Guard license for Second Assistant Engineer of Motor Vessels, unlimited for WJ-08.
• Positions subject to drug and alcohol testing: This position meets the criteria for random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Army.
• Position requires a pre-employment physical exam and annually thereafter due to the physical requirements of the position.
• Must be physically able to do relatively heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Shift work is required.
• One-year probationary period.
• Possess a U S Coast Guard license as 3rd Assistant Engineer for motor vessels with no horsepower limitation, or a higher license for WJ-07.
• One-year probationary period may be required.

Qualifications

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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 routine repairs or assisting the Chief Engineer and other senior engineers with the major repairs

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work involves standing, climbing, bending in occasionally cramped and awkward positions. Frequently handles objects weighing from 5 to 40 pounds and occasionally objects over 40 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Required to live aboard the Dredge WHEELER during his/her tour of duty, which will generally be 2 weeks on duty/2 weeks off duty. Normal shift is 12-hour days with shift work. Due to the working schedule on the WHEELER, it is not a requirement to live locally, but it would be advantageous to the employee to avoid travel expenses as the Corps of Engineers does not pay transportation to and from the vessel. 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One-year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
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• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
• Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit ;/li>

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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