Marine Operating Engineer Mechanic with Security Clearance

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Duties You will interpret manuals, instructions, specifications and technical drawings. You will use and maintain tools and specialized equipment. You will have knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, etc. You will understand the use of measuring instruments (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and as appropriate to the line of work) You will work as a member of a team Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. This is a bargaining unit position You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time. You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift. Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs. Qualifications This position has a selective placement factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates. The selective placement factor is: To possess a United States Coast Guard 4000 HP Designated Duty Engineer License. Do you meet this requirement? (Note: This must be noted in your resume and a copy must be submitted with your application package.) Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability to do the work of a Marine Operating Engineer Mechanic without more than normal supervision as demonstrated by: 1) Applying knowledge of the safe and proper operation of tug boat engineering systems, including Caterpillar 3500 series main propulsion engines, Schottel azimuth stern drives, 120kw John Deere generators and switchboards, JohRie HPU, winch, and capstan, in addition to other auxiliary equipment onboard tugboats; 2) Directing marine technicians or contractors in performing maintenance and repairs on engines, propulsion systems, auxiliary generators, pumps, compressors, and firefighting equipment; 3) Collaborating and coordinating with shore support personnel regarding scheduled maintenance, yard availabilities and dry docking periods while overseeing the troubleshooting, repair, maintenance and installation of equipment of various marine crafts; and 4) Displaying knowledge of planned maintenance programs similar to the Navy 3M systems for preventative vessel measures. Displaying knowledge of planned maintenance programs similar to the Navy 3M systems for preventative vessel measures. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. Recruitment incentives may be authorized to eligible new hires. This position is being recruited at the full performance level. A forty-hour work week is typical of this position. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. Call back overtime is a requirement of this position. Work may be required at any of Regional locations: NBK Bremerton, NBK Bangor, NAVMAG Indian Island, or NAVSTA Everett. Physical Effort: The work requires long periods of standing and walking on the tugboat while underway. Must be able to climb vertical ladders and step over 3-foot bulkheads on a rocking tugboat, which requires use of legs, hands, and arms. Will be required to lift and move lines weighing up to 44 pounds, Must have peripheral vision that will enable the incumbent to avoid falls and moving objects. Must have sufficient hearing to understand verbal commands over surrounding noise of vessel and ship operations. Must be able to distinguish between basic colors and shades of color. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Benefits 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 windowLearn 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. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies. Benefits 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 windowLearn 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 speci