Oiler-Deckhand (DR)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Wilmington, NC

33d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will NOT be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants should review the "How to Apply" section of this flyer for more information on how to be considered. This flyer will be used as positions become available. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.

Oiler-Deckhand aboard powered vessels displacing up to 1600 tons engaged in waterway maintenance. Primary duty is in engine room with secondary duty as deckhand when needed. Oils and greases diesel engines, electric motors, generators, pumps, bearings, gears, shafts, and other machinery and equipment aboard the vessel. Under direction of Master or Engineer operates main engine end auxiliary equipment including pumps, generators, air compressors, and other machinery such as winches or small auxiliary engines, including all deck equipment. Performs general vessel maintenance duties.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Incumbent is required to undergo a pre-employment Drug test and sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Position requires a pre-employment and periodic physical examination and/or evaluation under the District Medical Surveillance Program and may require the use of personal protective clothing or equipment.
• Within six months of assignment to this position, must be licensed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to operate motorboat of 26 feet or less.
• Living aboard vessels is a condition of employment, except for assignment to the MURDEN.
• This job assignment is aboard a floating plant assigned to work on various inlets and connecting channels, the incumbent is responsible for their own transportation to and from their duty station.
• Incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain an Ordinary Seaman (O/S), Oiler Endorsement and STCW certification (Standards of Training, Certification and Watch keeping for Seafarers) from the U.S. Coast Guard.
• Must possess and maintain Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC).
• US Citizens
• 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.
• 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) Materiel Maintenance Management Career Program position aligned under the Logistics Career Management Directorate.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• If qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Responsibilities

• Oils and greases diesel engines, electric motors, generators, pumps, bearings, gears, shafts, and other machinery and equipment aboard the vessel.
• Under direction of Master or Engineer operates main engine end auxiliary equipment including pumps, generators, air compressors, and other machinery such as winches or small auxiliary engines, including all deck equipment.
• Performs general vessel maintenance duties.

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.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed