Deckhand (Dual Rate).

US Army Corps of Engineers; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking an entry‑level Deckhand (WK-5788-06) for maintenance on a dredge in Portland, OR. You will perform deck maintenance, mooring, rigging, and general housekeeping under supervision, with potential night call-outs for repairs.

Requirements include a current USCG MMC and TWIC, ability to lift up to 45 lbs, and compliance with safety and background checks. This position is classified as full-time and includes federal benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current United States Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC).
• Must hold a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
• Candidates must be able to perform physically demanding tasks and lift up to 45 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of deck equipment and general housekeeping on a dredge.
• Handle and secure mooring lines and hawsers to piers and other vessels.
• Monitor ropes, perform splicing, and renew as needed for safe operations.
• Assist with light rigging and rig crane hooks for lifting loads aboard vessels.
• Wash the deck, remove paint and rust, apply primer and finish coats as required.

Skills

USCG MMC

TWIC

Physical stamina

Job description

• THIS IS AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION PERFORMING GENERAL MAINTENANCE: WK-06: You will be expected to perform all the duties pertinent to the certificate required by the USCG for this position.
• Perform work involved in the maintenance and repair of the deck equipment and general housekeeping on a dredge.
• Handle and fasten hawsers and mooring ropes to piers; handling lines to secure other craft coming alongside the dredge.
• Monitor ropes and repair or renew to include splicing the rope to maintain safe operations.
• Accomplish light rigging such as determining the weight to be lifted and tying it to the crane hook to be lifted safely aboard a sea going vessel such as a Hopper Dredge.
• Wash the deck, chip away paint and rust, putty holes and crevices, apply primer and finish coats. Paint.
• Act as a Deckhand on a small work boat under the supervision of the Boat Operator.
• This is a 24 hour a day job, that call-outs during the middle of the night for repairs or fog related look-out watches are a possibility.

Duties

• THIS IS AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION PERFORMING GENERAL MAINTENANCE: WK-06: You will be expected to perform all the duties pertinent to the certificate required by the USCG for this position.
• Perform work involved in the maintenance and repair of the deck equipment and general housekeeping on a dredge.
• Handle and fasten hawsers and mooring ropes to piers; handling lines to secure other craft coming alongside the dredge.
• Monitor ropes and repair or renew to include splicing the rope to maintain safe operations.
• Accomplish light rigging such as determining the weight to be lifted and tying it to the crane hook to be lifted safely aboard a sea going vessel such as a Hopper Dredge.
• Wash the deck, chip away paint and rust, putty holes and crevices, apply primer and finish coats. Paint.
• Act as a Deckhand on a small work boat under the supervision of the Boat Operator.
• This is a 24 hour a day job, that call-outs during the middle of the night for repairs or fog related look-out watches are a possibility.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This is a mandatory drug Testing Designated Position (TDP), in accordance with EP 600-1-300, USACE Drug Testing Procedures for the Army's Drug-Free Federal Workplace (DFW) Program, dated 28 Feb 01.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 45 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.

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

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 Deckhand (Dual Rate) without more than normal supervision. You must possess a current United States Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), Seafarer Unlimited (AB Unlimited) Endorsement or higher AND a current Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).

You MUST UPLOAD your USCG Credentials or you may be rated ineligible. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

IAW NPPR 690-1-530 you may intermittently perform higher paying duties in a dual rate position provided you obtain and maintain appropriate US Coast Guard licenses/certifications.

Physical Effort:

Work requires moderate physical effort. Lifts and carries equipment and supplies normally up to 45 lbs. and occasionally over 45 lbs. Work requires prolonged standing, walking and climbing, all of which can cause exertion of the lower back. The employee must maintain good lower back physical condition. Incumbent must possess color and depth perception and be able to see by low visibility conditions in order to perform duties.

Working Conditions:

Exposed to extremes of weather conditions, heat, and noise. There is danger of slippery decks and drowning. Must wear appropriate safety gear and protective clothing as required, and comply with sound safety practices. May be exposed to hot pipes, escaping steam and the effects of acids, solvents, and paint.

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.
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• This is a Career Program (CP) 24 - Transportation & Distribution Management position.
• 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
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an
• 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.
• Defense National Relocation Program (DNRP) is not authorized.
• The following incentives may be authorized to a highly qualified candidate: Recruitment, Relocation, and/or Advanced Leave Accrual.
• You MUST UPLOAD your USCG Credentials or you may be rated ineligible.
• The Deckhand WK-5788-06 position has noncompetitive promotion potential to a Marine Machinery Repairer WK-5334-08 and Marine Machinery Mechanic WK-5334-10.
• Noncompetitive promotion potential to target grade.
• Salary Range for WK-5788-06 is $30.14-$35.17; Salary Range for WK-5334-08 is $34.86-$40.67; Salary Range for WK-5334-10 is $39.56-$46.16
• The following incentives may be authorized to a highly qualified candidate: Recruitment, Relocation, Advance in Hire, Student Loan Repayment, and/or Advanced Leave Accrual.

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.