Lock and Dam Operator

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; Clarksville (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking a trainee for a formalized training program to become a Lock and Dam Operator. The position is developmentally aligned to WY-07 and targets WY-08, with on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and related courses.

US citizens with the ability to perform lock operations and related maintenance tasks under minimal supervision will be considered. The work involves outdoor conditions, heavy equipment, and safety-conscious operation.

Qualifications

• Ability to do the work of a Lock and Dam Operator without more than normal supervision.
• Experience documenting or performing maintenance or repair tasks using mechanical or electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform lock operations tasks as part of a formal training program.
• Operate mechanical or electrical equipment and assist with routine maintenance under supervision.
• Work in outdoor environments with adherence to safety procedures.

Job description

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel within the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position:

Incumbent participates as a trainee in a formalized training and development program for lock & dam operator personnel involving on-the-job training, classroom instruction, & related correspondence courses. PD is developmental to the intermediate grade of WY-07 & the target of WY-08.

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 Lock and Dam Operator without more than normal supervision. WY-5426-05 Level: To meet the screen out element, applicants should document experience and/or show the ability to: perform common lock operations tasks performing maintenance or repair tasks utilizing mechanical or electrical equipment such as lawn mowers, hedge clippers, electrical drills, and manual wrenches. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Physical Effort:

Eye and hand coordination for operating various controls and handling lines while observing traffic and personnel, during crane lifting operations, lifting dam gates, etc. There is standing, stooping, bending, occasionally lifting in excess of 50 pounds, stretching, working in cramped positions, handling or maneuvering bulky items or equipment, and general continuous moderate to arduous physical activity.

Working Conditions:

Preponderance of work is performed outside, subject to extremes of temperature and weather. There is exposure of injuries associated with working in restricted areas (occasionally in cramped and/or uncomfortably hot or cold areas), from falling objects, from working with electrical power tools and wiring or other equipment, from working with normal manual tools, and from falls while working on lock walls, dam service bridge, etc. While possibility of drowning exists as result of falls while working around water, hazard is practically eliminated through observance of safety procedures and use of safety equipment. During maintenance operations, is occasionally exposed to unpleasant fumes, dust, etc.