Small Craft Operator

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Fountain City, WI

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About The Position

This is a public notice flyer announcing anticipated vacancies; applications will not be accepted through the flyer, and positions may or may not be filled from it. The Small Craft Operator operates a motorboat for before- and after-dredging soundings and for marking dredge cuts. The operator transports personnel, supplies, and equipment to and from operations, assists with loading and unloading, and helps the deck crew place buoys, pipeline floats, and no-wake signs. The operator keeps the boat and engine clean and in operating condition, makes minor repairs and adjustments, and may occasionally assist with pilot duties.

This is a seasonal position. Seasonal employment consists of annually recurring periods of work that typically last eight months each year, but may vary with management needs. The job may require work on weekends and holidays. It involves working around moving machinery and floating plant, physical exertion, and work over water. A pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations are required. The position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A valid USCG Apprentice Mate/Steersman upon Western Rivers license is required, along with Basic First Aid and CPR certification and training in fire suppression methods. The USACE Small Boat Safety course must be completed within six months of starting.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must demonstrate the ability to perform Small Craft Operator work without more than normal supervision, including motorboat operation for hydrographic surveys and dredging-related soundings, maneuvering in eddies and fast water, minor vessel repairs, and refueling and replenishing water and oil.
• Must have a valid USCG Apprentice Mate/Steersman upon Western Rivers license.
• Must be trained in fire suppression methods.
• Must successfully complete the USACE Small Boat Safety course within six months of starting.
• Must have Basic First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds; continuous standing, walking, and stooping are required.
• Must wear the correct personal protective equipment while working over water.
• Appointment may require a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation.
• Appointment may be subject to a one-year probationary or trial period.
• Must undergo random drug and alcohol testing.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Operate a motorboat to conduct before- and after-dredging soundings of rivers and to help mark dredge cuts.
• Maintain a constant rate of speed on definite ranges between shorelines despite varying current.
• Hold the boat within narrow limits in eddies and fast water.
• Transport personnel, supplies, and equipment to and from operating sites.
• Help load and unload supplies and equipment.
• Assist the deck crew with placing buoys, pipeline floats, and no-wake signs.
• Keep the boat and engine clean and in operating condition.
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to the engine and other vessel parts.
• Assist with pilot duties on occasion.
• Fill the boat with gas, water, and oil.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on position type and other factors, and applicants should contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed