Deckhand

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: The incumbent will perform a variety of duties/tasks on items of floating plant such as towboats, barges, loading docks, etc. May include land plant and land facilities during layup periods. Learn more about this agency Duties Performs a variety of duties on items of floating plant. Assist in minor repairs to floating plant equipment. Perform basic tasks such as getting tools and supplies, carrying and lifting materials under the direction of a higher-level employee Drive primarily during daylight hours in fair and inclement weather conditions on regularly traveled roadways, gravel or dirt roads as well as public highways Utilize various tools such as scrapers, sand, or brushes to prepare surfaces for painting Operate water vehicle controls to land the craft without injury to personnel or equipment under the close and constant direction of a licensed operator. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This is a random drug and alcohol testing position under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218. Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a class one motorboat operators license within 2 years of employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain a class A commercial drivers license within 2 years of employment This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement up to 50% for official duties/training. Incumbent must be able to lift at least 45 pounds or more. 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. 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) Deckhand ~ without more than normal supervision including the ability to perform common deckhand tasks, use various hand tools to perform simple repairs, follow safety rules for moving vehicles on how to load and spread the cargo onto the vehicles, and to secure cargo to prevent shifting or falling off the vehicle. Have the ability to follow instructions, verbal, hand and/or whistle signals, and perform simple surface painting and general housekeeping tasks. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORTE: Employee is exposed to frequent physical exertion such as in lifting and pulling ropes and cables. Employee is required to walk on wet, slick, icy decks and rough and uneven terrain. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works outside under all weather conditions and over water on decks of boats, barges, and around moving machinery and equipment. There is danger of falling or slipping into the river and drowning; being struck by falling, rolling, or swinging piling, stone and other objects, or lines parted under strain; becoming entangled in moving cables and lines; and cuts and bruises from tasks performed. Works on floating plant and directs movement of tow boat and barges to tie tow together, dock, and position for work. 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. This position requires a 1 year probationary periodduring which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. 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. Expand Hide  additional information 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 A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.