Lock and Dam Operator

US Army Corps of Engineers; LaSalle (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers in La Salle, Illinois seeks a Lock and Dam Operator (WY-5426-09) for a permanent, on-site role. The incumbent will oversee lock operations, issue instructions to tow boat captains, and lead lockage crews, ensuring safe and continuous operation.

The position includes a probationary period and requires U.S. citizenship. Salary includes locality pay; relocation costs are not authorized. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Male applicants born after 31 December 1959 must complete Selective Service Certification.
• 1-year probationary period.
• PCS costs not authorized.

Responsibilities

• Exercise primary authority over lock usage by issuing instructions to tow boat captains and other craft operators.
• Perform continuous or special checks on machinery to prevent breakdowns and unsafe conditions.
• Serve alone or as lead on a two-person crew responsible for making lockages.

Job description

Announcement Type

USAJOBS

Position Type

Permanent

Locations (City, State)

La Salle, Illinois

Position Overview/Duties

About the Position: As a Lock and Dam Operator, WY-5426-09, the incumbent will exercise primary authority over use of lock through issuance of instructions to tow boat captains and other craft operators; perform continuing and/or special operational or functional checks on machinery to avoid untimely or dangerous equipment breakdown; serve alone or as responsible lead man of two-man crew responsible for making lockages.

Other Conditions And Requirements

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 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. The use of illegal drugs by Federal employees, whether on duty or off duty, is contrary to the efficiency of the service. The legalization and/or decriminalization of marijuana by some states has no impact on Federal law. The use and/or possession of marijuana remains illegal for Federal employees. Direct deposit of pay is required. This is a(n) Engineers and Scientists (Resources and Construction) Career Program position aligned under the ???????Construction, Analysis, Science, Infrastructure & Engineers (CASIE) Career Management Directorate. 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. 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.