MAINTENANCE WORKER (DR), XF-4749-07 (40490)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers' South Atlantic Division, Wilmington District, is seeking a Maintenance Worker (DR) to operate a multipurpose vessel, perform deckhand duties, assist crane operations, and conduct carpentry and welding tasks along Atlantic and Caribbean waters. Requires valid Coast Guard credentials, TWIC, STCW, Able-Bodied Seaman endorsement, and a valid driver's license.

Rotating tours apply. Open to US Citizens; DHA Direct-Hire Authority; position based in Wilmington, NC with

Qualifications

• Citizen of the United States.
• Ability to perform maintenance, repairs, and replacements on vessel components.
• TWIC credential and STCW certification.
• Able-Bodied Seaman endorsement and Coast Guard license to operate small motorboats.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to relocate if required.

Responsibilities

• Operate outboard vessel to transport personnel, material, and supplies.
• Perform care and maintenance of vessel equipment and components.
• Carry out deckhand duties on a multipurpose vessel.
• Assist crane operations as signal operator or helper.
• Perform carpentry, welding, flame cutting, and related repair work.

Skills

Maintenance work

Crane operation

Seamanship

Vessel safety

Job description

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Wilmington District

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Wilmington District

Locations (City, State)

Wilmington, NC

Position Overview/Duties

Position Title: MAINTENANCE WORKER (DR), XF-4749-07 (40490)

Series/Grade:XF-4749-07

Open Period: 1 October- 15 October 2026

Duty Location(s):Wilmington, NC

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate outboard vessel to transport personnel, material, and supplies.
• Perform proper care and maintenance, of various vessel equipment and components.
• Perform deckhand duties associated with a multipurpose vessel.
• Serve as Signal operator for crane operations.
• Serves as assistant / helper to the crane operator.
• Perform carpentry work in constructing, maintaining, and replacing a variety of structures in or around navigable waters.
• Assist with welding, mechanic work, flame cutting, and construction repair and replacement

Other Conditions And Requirements

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Veterans' preference does not apply to this announcement.

WHO MAY APPLY:

US Citizens.

Screen-Out Element:

Ability to do the work of a MAINTENANCE WORKER without more than normal supervision. Applicants must meet the screen out element to be considered further. To meet the screen out element, applicants should document experience or show the ability to do the following: perform common maintenance, repairs, and replacements to component parts of MAINTENANCE WORKER.

Other Requirements, Conditions Of Employment And Information

• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must possess and hold a Transportation Workers Identification Credentials (TWIC)
• Must possess and maintain STCW certification (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) from US Coast Guard.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain an Able-Bodied Seaman endorsement from the Coast Guard.
• Must be licensed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to operate motorboat of 26 feet or less within 6 months of appointment to this position.
• Incumbent must possess certification as a crane operator within 6 months of appointment to this position.
• Incumbent may be required to live aboard vessel assigned. This job assignment is aboard a floating plant assigned to work on various inlets and connecting channels along the Atlantic, Gulf Coasts and Caribbean waters. With limited exceptions, the incumbent is responsible for their own transportation to and from their duty station. Crewmembers are responsible for reporting to their duty station at the scheduled reporting time.
• This position requires the incumbent to work rotating Tours of duty; may be 7 days on, 7 days off, 12 hours per day; 8 days on, 6 days off, 10 hours per day or 4 days on, 3 days off, 10 hours per day; 14 days on, 14 days off, 12 hours per day.
• This position meets the criteria for random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• This position may require TDY 95% of the time.
• Position requires a pre-employment and periodic physical examination and/or evaluation under the District Medical Surveillance Program and may require the use of personal protective clothing or equipment.
• Must obtain and maintain a government passport within 6 months of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy:

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications - Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with OPM General Schedule (GS) Qualification Standards or Federal Wage System (FWS) Qualifications and Job Elements

FWS Qualifications: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=Job-Elements

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.