ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Position is with: US ARMY IMCOM JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE DIVISION BLDG&GROUND BR, ROADS Learn more about this agency Duties Operate a variety of sizes and types of dump trucks and trucks with special attachments such as the sander and vac-all. Inspect approximately 30 miles of track on Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM), including trestles, bridges, crossings and culverts for loose, worn or missing spikes, nails, ties and switches. Operate a street sweeper to clean JBLM streets not covered by contract. Operate a patching truck for repair of asphalt. Operate a variety of heavy equipment, such as front-end loader, grader, bulldozer, to push, pull, pile and load earth, sand, gravel, clear brush, back fill, grade roads, plow snow and dig trenches. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physical thereafter. A Tier 1 non-sensitive low risk background is required throughout the appointment. A Class A Commercial Driver License is required (must provide a copy when applying). This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter. This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations. 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) ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR ~ Have operated a grader and bulldozer to clear brush; grade roads, push, pull, pile, load earth, backfill and dig trenches. I have experience performing operator level preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.- Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Heavy physical effort is used in constantly bending, reaching, turning, and moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to handle different sets of controls. Considerable strain is caused by constant vibration, jerking and jolting from operations over rough surfaces. Frequently work in awkward or strained positions or constant standing and walking when patching roads. Also exerts considerable effort when operating jackhammer. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing 50 pounds and occasionally heavier. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works in all types of weather often in open driver's seat or platform in all types of terrain. Exposed to possible injury due to possible overturning of equipment, working around underground gas, steam, power and water lines. Exposed to noise, vibration, dust and dirt and fumes. May be exposed to hazardous or flammable materials. 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 period during 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) Engineer and Scientist Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs MAY be authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs MAY be authorized. Recruitment and relocation incentives MAY be authorized. Student loan repayment MAY be authorized. Salary negotiations for candidates new to Federal service MAY be authorized. Credit for prior non-Federal experience and certain military service for leave accrual rates MAY be authorized. 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. 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