Third / Second Assistant Engineer Diesel, WJ-4742-07/08 (07564)

US Army Corps of Engineers; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers—New Orleans District is seeking a qualified Engineer to operate and maintain shipboard engine room machinery, stand watch, and perform routine and major repairs as part of the engine department. The role requires licensure and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Incumbents must understand automated engine room monitoring systems, perform maintenance, and be prepared for varied shifts, weekends, and holidays as dictated by site requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Stand watches in the central control monitor room; monitor engine room equipment and gauges; start, stop and adjust machinery as needed.
• Perform routine repairs to operating machinery during watches and assist with major repairs.
• Supervise junior engineers and review work to ensure proper maintenance and operation of all engine room equipment.

Job description

Announcement Type

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) - New Orleans District

Locations (City, State)

New Orleans

Position Overview/Duties

Works under the general supervision of the Chief Engineer or the Assistant Chief Engineer, who makes work assignments and issues oral instructions pertinent to the operation and maintenance of all operating machinery during the watch. Written instructions may be posted as to the nature and extent of repairs to be made, or concerning special precautionary measures to be taken while operating machinery.

MAJOR DUTIES

• As required, stands regular scheduled watches in the central control monitor room of the engine room. At prescribed intervals, makes routine inspection of all engineer spaces and equipment including dredge pumps, bow thruster, steering gear and areas. Starts stops and adjusts engine room equipment as necessary. Observes pressure and temperature gauges and alarms and listens for sounds which indicate abnormal operating conditions. Makes regular periodic inspection of all operating machinery to insure proper functioning. Maintains a log of operations on assigned watch.
• Make routine repairs to operating machinery during assigned watch. Supervises and/or performs the operation, routine repair and maintenance of all engine room equipment and assists ChiefEngineer and Assistant Chief Engineer with major repairs.
• Supervises and reviews Work of Junior engineers by visual inspection of main engines, auxiliary engines and appurtenant equipment, to insure proper maintenance and functioning of all equipment.

Other Conditions And Requirements

Must have the ability to understand the principles of operation of an automated engine room monitoring system, the care and maintenance of that system, and operation of the maintenance management system. Must be able to operate and maintain marine machinery and tools. Has a basic working skill of welding.

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 a.m. CST of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 p.m. CST of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One-year trial or probationary period may be required.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Incumbent must possess a U S Coast Guard license as 3rd Assistant Engineer for motor vessels with no horsepower limitation, or a higher license.
• When assigned, incumbent will be in charge of the Engine Department during tie-up periods.
• Positions subject to drug and alcohol testing: “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.” DCPDS Code: W.
• Position requires a pre-employment physical examination and be enrolled in the medical surveillance program that requires periodic physical examinations.
• Position requires the incumbent to lift and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or more and will require a pre-employment physical exam.
• Days of operation and typical daily schedules will vary based on site specific work requirements. Typical schedules may consist of 1, 2, or 3 specific shift schedules. Employee may be required to alternate working hours on all shifts and on weekdays, as well as, weekends and holidays. Work also may be limited and operations may be placed on reduced work schedules. In all cases, work schedules and hours of operation are determined based on work requirements.

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.