ASSISTANT MASTER TENDER (DR)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Department of the Army
Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) ASSISTANT MASTER TENDER (DR) ~ without more than normal supervision; such as operating the tender and performing basic routine maintenance. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort: Physical exertion is required in lifting heavy parts, tying up barges, etc. Regularly lifts up to 50 pounds. Continuous standing, walking and stooping are required. Working Conditions: Works around moving machinery and floating plant. There is danger of injury as a result of snapping cables and lines moving heavy equipment and lifting heavy anchors. There is exposure to traffic hazards, especially at night. Since work is over water, there is danger of drowning, although workers are required to wear Kapok vests.
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District Operations Division, Physical Support Branch, Plant Section. NOTE: In the absence of the Master, this position qualifies at the dual-rate at the XH-09.