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Summary This 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: Operates specific dredge equipment required for dredging operations. By observing the dredge's computerized positioning system, closed circuit television, and main dredge pump vacuum and pressure. This is a Permanent - Seasonal position. Responsibilities Operates specific dredge equipment required for dredging operations. Troubleshoots system and makes necessary adjustments or corrections to bring system back on line so the dredge can continue to work. Monitors the computer screen and the gauges and controls associated with the operation of the dredge pump and winches. Determines when suction head should be cleaned from readings on vacuum gages. Enters information into computer program to determine cut length, alignment and new setups. This requires constant monitoring of the computer screen and the gauges and controls associated with the operation of the dredge pump and winches. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens 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) Dredging Equipment Operator ~ without more than normal supervision. Handling ropes and wire rope, operating barge winches, boat winches and ratchets to fleet river barges, check barge soundings and keep leaking barges and plant from losing freeboard by using pumps (trash and submersible). Utilizing the water pressure from the pipeline discharge to steer the pipeline and maintain the discharge in the designated disposal area. Operating the baffle plate to keep the pipeline clear of hazards such as; traffic, navigational structures such as dikes and the river bank. - 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 Element) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Operation of Equipment and Machinery Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) PHYSICAL EFFORT Incumbent continually reaches for and manipulates equipment controls simultaneously using hands and feet. The work requires moderate physical effort since the controls are relatively easy to move requiring effort comparable to lifting less than 10 pounds of weight. Incumbent stands for prolonged periods of time, and frequently climbs stairs to the pilot house. The work requires a high degree of muscular and visual coordination. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed both inside Pilot House and outside. When working outside, employee is frequently subjected to grease, odors, fumes, smoke, and noise. Most typical hazard us serious burns and injury from broken cables and from working around machinery, burns, and drowning. Education Additional Information Located within walking distance of Busch Stadium, home of Cardinals Baseball and Enterprise Center, home of Blues Hockey. Minutes from the world famous Gateway Arch; St. Louis Zoo and many other attractions. Lambert International Airport and Amtrak are within close proximity. Employees live in various locations in Missouri and Illinois. Commuting times vary, but are generally no more than 45 minutes one way. Transportation subsidies are available for mass transit users. There is a 1% city earnings tax charged to all who live or work in the St. Louis City limits. 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) Engineers and Scientist (Resources and Construction) #18 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.