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Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain DoD Personnel to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as Assistant Engineer on a large (over 100 feet in length) diesel-powered twin-screw vesselwith a total horsepower of up to 3,000 hp or more operating in the inland, Near Coastal, andCaribbean waters off of the United States. Responsibilities Stands watches that includes leaving the engine room at prescribed intervals during the watch to conduct routine inspections of all equipment spaces. Operate Assist dredge and multi-purpose vessel machinery, propulsion systems, engines, generators, hydraulic motors and pumps, auxiliaries and facilities. Assist in repairs of dredge and multi-purpose vessel machinery, propulsion systems, engines, generators, hydraulic motors and pumps, auxiliaries and facilities. Maintain and repair fire pumps, water filters, galley equipment, deck winches and capstans, keeping them in good working order. Performs repair work from minor jobs to complete overhauls under supervision. Inspect and maintain dredge and multi-purpose vessel machinery, propulsion systems, engines, generators, hydraulic motors and pumps, auxiliaries and facilities Use drill press, honing equipment, grinders, jig borers, jig grinders, and power hacksaws Inspects all operating machinery to insure proper functioning. Requisition machinery spare parts, fuel, lubricants, materials, and supplies required for an engine room Maintains adequate stock of such spare parts and supplies as may be required. Ability to plan and lay out repair, replacement, maintenance, and modification plans and requirements ranging from those of minor nature to those of extreme complexity. Use of lathes, shapers, and milling machines to understand the processes necessary for certain repairs. Ensure that all mechanical equipment requiring paint is cleaned and painted periodically or as needed according to regulations. Assist in repairing boat plumbing, heating, ventilating, communicating systems, keeping them in good working order. 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) Second Assistant Engineer ~ without more than normal supervision. The ability to perform the most difficult and complex duties of conducting routine inspections of all equipment spaces including dredge pump, and steering gear areas. I am skilled in Starting, stops, and adjusts engine room, auxiliary and deck equipment as necessary. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Incumbent performs work from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and where the parts, equipment, or systems are in hard-to-reach places. Work requires the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in a tiring and uncomfortable position. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment that weigh up to 40 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside and outside subjecting employee to varying climatic conditions, abnormal noises, temperature, danger of burns, irritation from grease and oils, bruises, strains, dangers involved in attending moving machinery, possible drowning from falling overboard, electrical shock, falls on slippery decks or steep stairways, crankcase explosion. A lifejacket is worn at all times while on deck. Education 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) 29 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. Relocation / Recruitment Incentive may be authorized if found to be in government best interest by the organization.