Lock & Dam Operator Trainee — Development Program

US Army Corps of Engineers; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers in East Alton, Illinois seeks a trainee for a formal lock & dam operator program under a Direct Hire Authority (DHA). The position develops to the WY-07 intermediate grade with a target WY-08 and includes on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and related coursework.

PD indicates development within a DoD framework, with locality pay considerations and full‑time federal employment prospects. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Responsibilities

• Trainee in a formal training program for lock & dam operators with on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and related courses.

Job description

The US Army Corps of Engineers in East Alton, Illinois seeks a trainee for a formal lock & dam operator program under a Direct Hire Authority (DHA). The position develops to the WY-07 intermediate grade with a target WY-08 and includes on-the-job training, classroom instruction, and related coursework.

PD indicates development within a DoD framework, with locality pay considerations and full‑time federal employment prospects. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.