Job summary

The selectee for this position will serve as an ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR in the PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT of NAVFAC SOUTHWEST.

Major duties

You will operate gasoline, multi-fuel, or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment with wheeled or crawler type traction You will operate one or more types of heavy equipment on all types of terrain to excavate, backfill, grade, or level earth You will move earth on steep slopes, graded curves and shoulders, rocky or soft ground, and other surfaces with similar rough features You will adjust attachments for proper positioning and working order, making adjustments without stopping the power unit or the equipment You will perform minor maintenance on equipment and operates other vehicles as workload requires You will be required to act as a rigger or signal person during crane operations as required

Qualification

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Must possess and maintain a valid state class "A" Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with the ability to obtain Hazmat, Tanker and Passenger bus endorsements within 90 days of employment. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1) operates heavy duty gasoline or diesel engine powered automotive and construction equipment such as forklifts, dump trucks, semi trucks, fuel trucks ,snow removal equipment, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, loaders, road rollers and similar equipment to level ground, move earth, grade roads, load and transport heavy materials; and 2) services, recharges and installs storage batteries for electric type forklifts. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following job elements: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION ABILITY TO DRIVE SAFELY (MOTOR VEHICLES) ABILITY TO OPERATE SAFELY (NON-MOTOR VEHICLE) OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES RELIABILITY AND DEPENDABILITY AS AN ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility and qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.