Summary About the Position: Under the guidance of the Chief Engineer onboard vessels 65 feet and over and up to 4000 horsepower, is responsible for the safe operation of all engineering systems. Fills in as Chief Engineer as needed. May be required to travel for dry dock periods. Subject to 24 hour recall. Responsibilities Corrects any conditions detrimental to the safety of individuals, property, or equipment in accordance with safety and health procedures and/or regulations. Performs repair and maintenance tasks in compliance with oral and/or written instructions. Determines the proper functioning of machinery through observing gauges such as pressure gauges, vacuum gauges, fuel oil gauges, tachometers, and pyrometers. Ensures vessel equipment and systems are maintained in accordance with applicable maintenance plan, work instructions and technical manuals. Interprets readings from gauges to troubleshoot operating errors. Performs periodic lubrication, using proper grades of oil, grease and synthetic lubricants as required by manufacturer's specifications. Advises oilers and wipers about the use of proper materials. Monitors machinery reactions during operation to determine need for new materials. Ensures safe operation of vessel machinery, pumps, winches, lights, and heating plant. Oversees work of unlicensed personnel and contractors in the engine room. Interprets readings displayed on temperature gauges and pressure indicators. Reviews measurements taken by oilers while standing watch. 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 Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) 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 a(n) First Assistant Engineer without more than normal supervision. The ability to perform maintenance aboard a diesel propelled vessel (65 feet and over) having a rating of up to 4,000 horsepower and traveling on up to near coastal routes. Skilled in operating diesel propelling engines, generator engines, and other auxiliary power engines and the machinery, pumps, winches, lights, heating plant, hydraulic systems they power; and maintaining cleanliness in engine and auxiliary generator rooms, inspecting, cleaning, and painting bilges, machinery, bulkheads, and overheads. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Screen Out Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Physical Effort: Accomplishment of work requires standing, bending, squatting, stooping, pushing, and pulling, lifting, carrying objects of various weights, sizes and shapes. Working Conditions: Works in an engine room and on deck when vessel is at the dock or underway. Uses government issued safety equipment such as hearing protecting, safety shoes, work gloves, eye protection and personal floatation devices is required. Work inside and below deck in engine rooms can be under abnormal temperatures and unusual and loud noises. Danger of injury from burns, moving machinery, electrical shocks, fire, oxygen deficient environments, fumes, slips, trips and falls. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. 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. 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) Installation Management Career Field position. 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.
