Conductor with Security Clearance

Duties -As crew member in charge, monitors the safe makeup, breakup, and movement of locomotive. -Performs or oversees operator preventative maintenance/inspection of assigned railway equipment and tracks. -Drives heavy motor vehicles including tractors/trailers and passenger buses capable of carrying 16 - 44 passengers, typically having a GVW of more than 32,000 pounds. -Operates one or more electric, LPG, or diesel powered forklift trucks to lift loads weighing over I 0,000 pounds. -Performs operator maintenance/inspections Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments Position must be able to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements. Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast and depth. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings. weekends, and/or holidays. This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Physical Exam is required Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5700-Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of a CONDUCTOR without more than normal supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: I. Knowledge o f coordinating (on site) the movement, make-up, or break up of trains. locomotives. and train cars. 2. Knowledge of railroad track system; knowledge of and ability to follow numerous safety, signaling, switching, track use, train car, and train movement procedures, restrictions, and requirements. 3. Knowledge o f the movement and braking characteristics of locomotives, train cars, and various sizes of trains under a variety of weather visibility. cargo, track, and of operating one or more electric LPG or diesel powered forklift and other operating conditions. 4. Knowledge o f operating one or more gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles with a GVWR over 32.000 pounds such as truck tractors with semi or full trailers. heavy load in-line trucks, or buses. 5. Ability to plan efficient work sequences in making up ,breaking up and overseeing (on site the safe movement of trains; ability to coordinate the work of a train crew and the ability to enforce numerous operational and safety procedures and requirements. 6. Ability to per form operator maintenance and inspections on various equipment and vehicles. Physical Effort The employee uses considerable physical activity and effort in pushing. pulling lifting. positioning. and turning various braking. switching. and coupling devices (i.e draw bars): moving and lifting arms and devices to give signals walking over rails and tics running (over safe areas) to perform tasks: and climbing aboard locomotives and train cars: sometimes while they arc moving or have slippery)' steps. rungs, and grab irons. May lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds or put forth similar effort in pushing or removing obstacles from the railway. Work may involve intense concentration and observation to coordinate crew activities and ensure safe overall train movement. Work requires reaching, turning. or moving hands, arms, feet. and legs to operate hand and foot controls. Associated duties require stooping. bending. and climbing. Lifts and carries objects and heavier objects with assistance. Working Conditions Employee works under adverse conditions in both good and bad weather. Frequently exposed to conditions such as loud noise. from operating train. train whistle, and horn: fumes and odors: al, types of weather conditions: danger of slipping. falling between moving cars; and severe injury from moving parts and boxcars. coupling devices. etc. Wears protective clothing. such as safety shoes and gloves as required. Vehicle operators work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of traffic and weather on public roads (or equivalent). and arc exposed to the danger of serious accidents. Drivers arc exposed to dirt, fumes, and to the possibility of cuts, bruises and broken bones as a result of accidents when loading and unloading the vehicle. They drive in heavy trafl1c and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application . The Vacancy ID is If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here . Benefits Help 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. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits 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. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience relates to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements. Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this jo