About this role
Job SummaryThis 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: This is a Lock and Dam Operator position with USACE Galveston District, Operations Division, Colorado River Locks Project Office; located in Matagorda, Texas. Position will be filled at the WY-05, WY-07, or WY-09 full performance level. Promotion is at management discretion.
QualificationsWho 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. 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. Lock and Dam Operator WY-5426-05 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Lock and Dam Operator without more than normal supervision. This includes the ability to perform simple duties operating equipment such as a pick-up truck, dump truck. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Lock and Dam Operator WY-5426-07 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Lock and Dam Operator without more than normal supervision. This includes the ability to perform common duties such as operating a radio for voice communication with tows or other craft. I can perform duties related to preparation and cleanup of work sites. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Lock and Dam Operator WY-5426-09 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Lock and Dam Operator without more than normal supervision. This includes the ability to perform some tasks including installation, repair and maintenance of Lock & Dam machinery and equipment of mechanical or electrical type. I can perform duties related to flood preparation and clean-up. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Eye and hand coordination for operating various controls and handling lines while observing traffic and personnel, during crane lifting operations, lifting dam gates, etc. There is standing, stooping, bending,occasional lifting in excess of 50 pounds, stretching, working in cramped positions and spaces, handling or maneuvering bulky items or equipment, and general continuous moderate to arduous physical effort required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Preponderance of work is performed outside subject to extremes of temperature and weather. There is exposure to injuries associated with working in restricted areas, occasionally cramped and/or uncomfortably hot or cold areas, from falling objects, from working with electrical power tools and wiring or other equipment, from working with normal manual tools and from falls while working on lock walls, dam service bridge, etc.While possibility of drowning exists as result of falls while working around water, hazard is practically eliminated through observance of safety procedures and use of safety equipment. During maintenance operations is occasionally exposed to unpleasant fumes, dust, etc.
Major DutiesWork as a lock and dam operator at a Corps of Engineers navigation facility within the Inland Marine Transportation System (IMTS).Is immediately responsible for site installation operations during second, third or swing shift or on leave days.Operate electrically, electronically, and/or hydraulically controlled lock or lock and dam gates, control valves, and other associated equipment required for passage of a variety of private and commercial traffic.Perform and/or direct other installation, repair and maintenance tasks requiring application of craft or trade skills and knowledge.