2nd ASSISTANT ENGINEER PLD CLASS I.

US Army Corps of Engineers; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers in Memphis seeks a 2nd Assistant Engineer PLD Class I to operate and maintain engine room machinery on the dredge. Responsibilities include monitoring gauges, controlling propulsion and utility systems, and executing repairs as directed by the Chief Engineer.

Applicants must meet suitability requirements, may face background checks, and hold Coast Guard License of Assistant Engineer Near Coastal 6000 HP or greater; must obtain Tankerman-PIC within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Experience demonstrating ability to operate, monitor, and maintain engine room machinery.
• Familiarity with reading gauges (pressure, vacuum, fuel oil, tachometers, pyrometers).
• Ability to perform repairs under guidance of Chief Engineer or technical specs.
• Willingness to comply with safety, DOT, and USACE regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous operating efficiency to prevent damage to machinery.
• Check and control operation of heating, refrigerating, plumbing, and water supply for the dredge.
• Observe gauges to determine proper functioning of machinery.
• Repair engine room machinery as outlined by Chief Engineer and/or technical specifications.
• Repair fuel lines, valves, cylinders, pistons, and components in auxiliary pumps and machinery.

Skills

Engine room operations

Machinery maintenance

Gauge reading

Valve and pump repair

Job description

• Maintain continuous operating efficiency to prevent damage to machinery.
• Check and control operation of heating, refrigerating, plumbing, and water supply for the dredge.
• Observe gages such as pressure gages, vacuum gages, fuel oil gages, tachometers, pyrometers, etc., to determine the proper functioning of machinery.
• Repair engine room machinery as outlined by Chief Engineer and/or technical specifications.
• Repair fuel lines, grinding valves, cylinders, pistons, and shears in auxiliary pumps and machinery.

Duties

• Maintain continuous operating efficiency to prevent damage to machinery.
• Check and control operation of heating, refrigerating, plumbing, and water supply for the dredge.
• Observe gages such as pressure gages, vacuum gages, fuel oil gages, tachometers, pyrometers, etc., to determine the proper functioning of machinery.
• Repair engine room machinery as outlined by Chief Engineer and/or technical specifications.
• Repair fuel lines, grinding valves, cylinders, pistons, and shears in auxiliary pumps and machinery.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is covered by the DOT rules and USACE ER 690-1-1218. May be subject to random alcohol and drug testing on an unannounced basis.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment and annual physical examination to ensure required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position,
• Must hold U.S. Coast Guard License of Assistant Engineer Near Coastal 6000 Horsepower or greater.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tankerman-PIC Barge class D or above within 12 months of entrance on duty.

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) 2nd ASSISTANT ENGINEER PLD CLASS I ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Second Assistant Engineer Pipeline Dredge Class 1 tasks such as, handling controls, operations, and maintenance of engine room machinery and equipment, controlling propelling engines on signal, and advise appropriate personnel on malfunctions of work equipment and/or procedures. - 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 vary 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, and crank

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• This position is covered by the DOT rules and USACE ER 690-1-1218. May be subject to random alcohol and drug testing on an unannounced basis. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 7412,"Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under The Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing" or a Memorandum of Understanding.
• 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. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it 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
• 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.

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.

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.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.