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 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. This position has promotion potential to WK-10 after meeting all experience and licensing requirements.

Major duties

You will serve as a Marine Machinery Repairer (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. Under supervision of a credentialed employee, services, adjusts and repairs deck machinery, including anchor windlass, drag winches, boat winches, hopper door latches, hopper jetting valves, dredge pump and DPO equipment and mooring equipment Operates controls for hoisting and lowering dragarms, which regulate depth at which dredging suction drag operates. Performs chipping and painting of vessels equipment and superstructure Uses mechanical, electrical and pneumatic hand tools in the maintenance or repair of equipment. During lay days and/or shipyard periods, stands gangway watches. Removes obstructions from dragheads, pipes, and pumps Adjusts dragarms for maximum effectiveness. Checks on maintaining lines on the vessel; makes regular rounds, checking for potential fire hazards and unsafe conditions. Assists with crane loading and unloading, following oral directions and hand signals.

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 Repairer (Drag Tender) without more than normal supervision to include: Your resume must demonstrate you have the ability to operate common shipboard tools to make minor repairs; and/or experience hoisting and lowering dragarms; and/or servicing or repairing deck machinery. 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 EFFORT: Work requires considerable standing, stooping, and bending. Work on ladders requires incumbent to work overhead or in a stretched, cramped or awkward position. May lift and carry items weighing approximately 50 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works primarily aboard a Hopper dredge, but may at times work on other Army Corps vessels, barges, 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.??????? 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) Must possess a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC) (Note: Applicants must provide a copy of all 2 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.