SMALL CRAFT OPERATOR.

US Army Corps of Engineers; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking a Small Craft Operator to operate and maintain equipment on a government launch in support of hydrographic survey tasks.

The role requires proficiency in boat handling, navigation on the water, hydrographic software use, and inspection of propulsion systems, with responsibilities including safety and equipment protection on deck.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of Small Craft Operator without more than normal supervision, including operating a boat, following courses on the water, and performing minor engine repairs.
• Must be able to navigate using hydrographic software and maintain boats 26 feet or longer, including launching and retrieving from trailers.

Responsibilities

• Performs preliminary operation and maintenance of high precision electronic plotting equipment used on-board the Government launch.
• Assists in handling and operation of sampling or measuring equipment.
• Performs repairs and adjustments to propulsion engines and auxiliary equipment.

Skills

Boat handling

Navigation on water

Hydrographic software

Safety rules

VHF radios

Generators

Job description

• Performs preliminary operation and maintenance of high precision electronic computer, plotting and sounding equipment is utilized on-board the Government launch.
• Responsible for assisting in the handling and operation of sampling or measuring equipment.
• Makes operational repairs and adjustments to propulsion engines and auxiliary equipment.
• Responsible for the protection of the boat, its equipment and other property.
• Utilizes electronic tracker plotter in guiding the launch on specific electronic positioning hydrographic survey assignments

Duties

• Performs preliminary operation and maintenance of high precision electronic computer, plotting and sounding equipment is utilized on-board the Government launch.
• Responsible for assisting in the handling and operation of sampling or measuring equipment.
• Makes operational repairs and adjustments to propulsion engines and auxiliary equipment.
• Responsible for the protection of the boat, its equipment and other property.
• Utilizes electronic tracker plotter in guiding the launch on specific electronic positioning hydrographic survey assignments

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Responsible for observing all safety rules, regulations and directives applicable to the work assignment.
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CIVILIAN DRUG ABUSE TESTING PROGRAM. INCUMBENT IS REQUIRED TO SIGN A DA FORM 5019-R OR A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU).
• Must possess Motorboat Operator's license issued by U.S. Coast Guard Marine Inspection Service.
• Must undergo a pre-employment physical examination and be enrolled in the medical surveillance program that requires periodic physical examinations.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of Small Craft Operator without more than normal supervision which includes performing common operation of a boat, determining and following courses on the water, boat maintenance and make minor engine repairs and perform inspections. Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Must have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex operation, navigation using Hydrographic Software and maintenance of boats at least 26 feet in length, engine repair, towing boats over land, launching and retrieving of boats from trailers, operate electrical equipment such as generators, VHF radios, operate surveying equipment associated with field data acquisition and data downloading for topographic, hydrographic and construction surveys.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Frequently lifts, carry and positions equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Heavier items are handled with the assistance of another employee. Moderate effort is required during general maintenance work.Coordination of hands and eyes are necessary when operating controls to maneuver the boat and to hoist,lower and tend equipment. The operator must stand for prolonged periods and climb narrow, steep stairways and ladders.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Works on deck, exposed to sun, wind, spray, rain, and ice during year-round operation when mooring, unmooring, anchoring or weighing anchor, or assisting with experimental and sampling operations. Possible injuries include bruises or broken bones from moving equipment or falls on slippery and moving decks. Operator is exposed to the possibility of falling overboard; thus, a life jacket is worn at all times while on deck.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

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.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• 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
• This is a 24 Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations.
• A RECRUITMENT/RELOCATION INCENTIVE MAY BE OFFERED, DEPENDING ON FUNDING AVAILABILITY AND MANAGEMENT DISCRETION. AN INCENTIVE MUST BE REQUESTED BY SELECTED APPLICANT AT TIME OF THE TENTATIVE JOB OFFER AND APPROVED PRIOR TO HIRE. AN INCENTIVE REQUIRES A SIGNED SERVICE AGREEMENT.

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.