Deckhand Leader

Summary About the Position: This job announcement is for a Deckhand Leader, XG-5788-06, with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District. Official Duty Station is the Motor Vessel Mississippi, position requires (non-TDY) travel with the Motor Vessel Mississippi, shift work, and mandatory overtime. Responsibilities Lead others in work involving the handling and fastening of lines to moor plant and make tows. Keep vessel's gear and rigging in good working order. Adhere to maintenance requirements and general upkeep for the deck machinery and equipment. Follow manufacturer's manuals for maintenance and assembly of equipment and tools. Assign deck assignments to other Deckhands with minimal instructions and supervision. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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 an Deckhand Leader without more than normal supervision. Applicants should document the ability to perform common duties of a Deckhand Leader to include; explaining and demonstrating deckhand tasks, enforcing safety and housekeeping rules and regulations, and distributing tools and materials associated with deckhand duties to workers. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) Ability To Lead or Supervise Reliability and Dependability as a Deckhand Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Physical effort: Substantial physical effort is required in the handling of heavy cables, equipment and machinery. May lift up to 50 pounds or more. Work may involve long periods of standing, lifting, climbing, and walking. Working Conditions: Works inside and outside under all weather conditions. Subject to failing overboard and hazards attending moving plant. Subject to splashing and slippery decks. Uses hand tools characteristic of indicated duties. Education 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. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct deposit of pay is required. This is a Career Program (CP) 24, Transportation and Management position. 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. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.