DECK HAND (FLO)

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Duties You will assist in the docking and undocking of waterborne crafts by calling distances and identifying hidden obstacles. You will guide and secure pier platforms, gangways, barges, fenders, and other berthing support that are in the water to piers, trailers, etc. You will use pike poles, winches and davits to remove floating debris and hazards from the water. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. Qualifications 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: THE ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION. Your resume must show that you have the ability to perform common tasks including: 1) Handle lines and cables during docking and range operations; and handle lines and rigging during docking and undocking activities; 2) Assist barge transfers by providing visual guidance, tying off/mooring, etc; 3) Assist captains/coxswains with brow and berthing/support barge placement, to include operating a forklift, safety guiding, and communicating relays; 4) Communicate with the dockmaster via radio and other port operations personnel to support ship events and requirements (i.e. fueling, booming, towing, painting, docking, etc; 5) Provide markings for pier laydowns and coordinate, schedule and/or manually remove equipment to support dockmaster with assigning required area. This position requires a certified Forklift Operator. Incumbent(s) must have or obtain a Fork Lift license or certification to operate a forklift with capacity of up to 15,000 lbs. within 90 days after onboarding and maintain for duration of employment. This position requires incumbent(s) to be a qualified Facility Response Team (FRT) member. Incumbent(s) must complete the FRT Course within 90 days after onboarding. This position requires the incumbent to be qualified as a 2nd class swimmer and complete Shore Installation Management Basic Boat Coxswain Course within 90 days after onboarding. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. This position requires rotating shift-work and call-back overtime to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. 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.