Second/Third Mate Hopper Dredge bei Department of the Army

Not Required

Duties

Serves as Second or Third 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).,The incumbent will be required to live aboard the Dredge Wheeler during his/her tour of duty, which will be 2 weeks on duty/2 weeks off duty. Normal shift is 12 hour days with shift work required to stand watch.,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.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. 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 WJ-08 (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n)Second/Third Mate Hopper Dredge without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex tasks of a Second Mate, to include safe navigation and dredging operations of a vessel and all on-deck operations such as mooring, anchor handling, and cargo operations. I am consulted by other employees regarding tasks associated with the position. I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Minimum Qualifications WJ-07 (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n)Second/Third Mate Hopper Dredge without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex tasks of a Third Mate, including dredge control and bridge watches, vessel navigation, dredging operations, log keeping, and deck support. I am consulted by other employees regarding tasks associated with the position. I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence. - 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 PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work involves standing, climbing, bending in occasionally cramped and awkward positions. Continually handles objects weighing from 5 to 40 pounds and occasionally objects over 40 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.

Other 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. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. 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. This is a(n) Transportation and Distribution Management Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. 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. May be selected at any grade level with non-competitive promotion potential to target grade. Non-competitive promotion potential to the target grade based on certification requirements and demonstrated ability to perform the higher graded duties.