Job summary

This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. This recruitment is for a Marine Machinery Mechanic (Drag Tender)/Able Bodied Seaman This position requires service aboard the Class 1 Hopper Dredge McFarland which is owned and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is home ported at the Fort Mifflin Dock in Philadelphia, PA.

Major duties

You will serve as a Marine Machinery Mechanic (Drag Tender) in the Deck Department of the Hopper Dredge McFarland, performing maintenance on the equipment and machines in the Deck Department and operational duties of the ship's drag arms. Services, adjusts, and repairs deck machinery including anchor windless, drag winches, boat winches, hopper door latches, hopper jetting valves, dredge pump and direct pump out equipment and mooring equipment and dredge launch. Uses mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic hand tools and various types of measuring devices (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators and tachometers) in the maintenance or repair of equipment. Performs deck maintenance throughout the vessel such as chipping, sanding, and painting may require use of respirator. Performs carpentry work in connection with the fabrication, fitting and installation of staging and temporary supports used for equipment repairs. Performs work in tight quarters repairing bilges, inner bottoms, valves, and hopper doors. Performs carpentry work in connection with the fabrication, fitting installation, and repair of wooden parts of the ship's interior fittings such as: berths, cabinets, bookcases, etc. Operates controls for hoisting and lowering drag arms, which regulate depth at which dredging suction drag operates. Observes depth, vacuum, flow gauges and makes adjustments accordingly. Prevents clogging of pipes, breakage due to sideways set from wind, tide, or course change. Removes obstructions from drag heads, pipes, and pumps in close During direct pump out (DPO), operates forward and aft hydraulic powered winches, controlling cables used to secure dredge alongside mooring barge and pier.

Qualification

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Marine Machinery Mechanic (Drag Tender) without more than normal supervision. Your resume must demonstrate that you have the ability to repair and maintain marine equipment such as valves, motors and winches by using hand and power tools along with measuring devices - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Job Elements: The skills, knowledge, abilities, and personal characteristics listed below are important to succeed in the job: Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials Trouble shooting Physical Efforts: Work requires considerable standing, climbing, stooping, and bending, all which can cause exertion of the lower back and extremities. Work on ladders requires incumbent to work overhead or in a stretched, cramped, or awkward positions. May lift and carry items weighing approximately 50 pounds. Working Conditions: Works inside or outside. Is subject to intermittent exposure to heat, cold, excessive noise, rain, and wind; falls from ladders, steps, and slippery decks in foul weather. Is exposed to eye hazards while engaged in chipping paint. Is subject to some danger of drowning in case of accident. Subject to cuts from hand or powered tools and danger from flying splinters and chips. Subject to dust, grease, and soiling of clothing and skin surfaces. Due to the age of the vessel, the nature of some work activities require the use of protective clothing and equipment (e.g. rubber boots, coveralls, goggles, aprons, gloves, respirator, etc.) as situations warrant. The use of respirator (e.g. full face, half-face canister, N95) is required while performing some work activities to minimize the risk of exposure to chemical fumes, dust, lead paint, and/or asbestos. Selective Placement Factor: In addition to meeting the experience requirement of this position, applicants: Must possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC) endorsed Able Seaman limited or unlimited or higher; and Must possess a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC); and Must possess a valid Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Endorsed as an Able Seafarer-Deck. (Note: Applicants must provide a copy of all 3 documents listed above, at time of application or your application package will be ruled as incomplete and you will not receive any further employment consideration).

Evaluations

Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with the qualification and eligibility requirements set forth by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) located at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-5300 If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.