Dam Operator.

US Army Corps of Engineers; South El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers in California is seeking a Dam Operator to support dam operations, maintenance and visitor information at the dam sites. You will perform preventive maintenance, operate vehicles and equipment, and monitor facilities to ensure safety and reliability.

The role requires the ability to work with machinery, follow safety protocols, and occasionally work 12-hour shifts during emergencies. Travel to dam sites and wear PPE as required; state driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating dam-related equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on machinery and structures.
• Follows safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintains dam, dam site, and reservoir area in good condition.
• Operates vehicles including 5 ton dump truck and other equipment.
• Receives visitors and conducts information tours.

Skills

Dam operation

Equipment maintenance

Vehicle operation

Safety procedures

Tools

Driver's license

PPE use

Job description

Duties

• Maintains dam, dam site, and reservoir area in good condition.
• Operates vehicles including 5 ton dump truck; a 1 ton pickup truck; a tractor; and several accessory items such as mower attachment, front end loader, backhoe, plow, disk spreader and drill.
• Receives visitors at the dam sites, explaining the dams function and conducting information tours of the facilities.
• Performs minor mechanical, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, concrete, and fencing at the sub-journeyman level.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment, hydraulic systems, hoists, pumps and stand-by generator.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position is a Test Designated Position (TDP) and is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• The employee may be required to work 12-hour shifts during emergencies. The employee may be required to maintain a government cell phone.
• This position may require the employee to wear a uniform, clothing and/or personal protective equipment supplied by the employer.
• This position requires travel to flood control dam sites, based on assignments.
• This position requires may require the employee to carry and maintain a government supplied cell phone

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Dam Operator~ without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform repair or maintenance work for buildings, structures and landscapes. Ability to work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Physical Effort: Work frequently requires lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally to 100 pounds. Work frequently requires standing, walking, climbing, kneeling and bending. Operating equipment, vehicles and power tools requires rapid mental and muscular coordination as well as frequent arm and leg movement in manipulating gears and controls.
• Working Conditions: A substantial amount of work is performed outside and involves frequent exposure to weather extremes including extreme heat and cold. Work is subject to a variety of pests and the possibility of bites from these pests and insects exist. Work is subject to unpleasant odors, blowing dust, and fumes. Subject to cuts, bruises, burns, etc. in performing maintenance and to more serious injuries when working on riprap and dam slopes. Work is subject to strain from lifting, cuts and bruises and falls from ladders. Subject to high noise levels and vibrations. Work sometimes is in close quarters and near moving machinery and electrical hazards. Occasionally in high traffic area.

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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary periodduring 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) Engineers and Scientist 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.