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TransForce
Location: New Orleans
Closing Date: 19/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
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2 vacancies in the following location:
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Conditions of Employment
Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
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 CRANE OPERATOR without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Crane Operator activities. I can operate various types of cranes using assorted levers, pedals, and controls in handling heavy materials while working in tandem with other cranes; acknowledging the appropriate weight limits and angles to lift loads safely. I can perform the common duties as stated above. 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.
Special Placement Factor: The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess and maintain certification/qualification by a professional, independent source that qualifies crane operators, qualification by U.S. military, or Licensing by a U.S. Government Entity.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.
If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.
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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: Serves as a Crane Operator for the USACE, New Orleans District. Operates barge-mounted cranes required in the maintenance of navigation locks and dams and navigation channels, performing difficult operations where maneuverability is restricted and accuracy is critical.
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2 vacancies in the following location:
- New Orleans, LA
- Remote job
- Telework eligible
- Travel Required
- Relocation expenses reimbursed
- Appointment type
- Work schedule
- Service
- Promotion potential
- Job family (Series)
- 5725 Crane Operating
- Supervisory status
- Security clearance
- Drug test
- Position sensitivity and risk
- Trust determination process
- Suitability/Fitness
- Financial disclosure
- Bargaining unit status
- Announcement number
- Control number
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Duties
- As a Crane Operator with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Operating various cranes on Barges with various size buckets or loads and various length booms.
- Converting crane to a clamshell and excavating mud and sand from difficult areas. Using crane as dragline and handling rocks from barge to dikes, revetments and scour protection areas.
- Converting crane to pile driver and drives piling for mooring clusters, guide walls and wharves.
- Inspecting rigging prior to making assigned lifts.
- Performing preventative maintenance on equipment and machinery.
- Conducting Dewatering at lock and dams sites; works from confined areas setting bulkheads, dewatering pumps, culvert valves and culvert tracks.
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Conditions of Employment
- Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- Shift work is required (1st shift 6am-430pm)
- Business travel up to 75% of the time.
- Testing designated position (drug and alcohol).
- Pre-employment and annual physical required.
- Moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required within 6 months of appointment.
- Crane Operator certification/qualification required.
Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.
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 CRANE OPERATOR without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Crane Operator activities. I can operate various types of cranes using assorted levers, pedals, and controls in handling heavy materials while working in tandem with other cranes; acknowledging the appropriate weight limits and angles to lift loads safely. I can perform the common duties as stated above. 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.
Special Placement Factor: The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess and maintain certification/qualification by a professional, independent source that qualifies crane operators, qualification by U.S. military, or Licensing by a U.S. Government Entity.
- Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)
- Physical Effort: Exerts heavy effort in manipulating various levers, clutches, and brakes. Is subject to strain caused by crane vibrations and from jerking and jolting motions while lifting and moving loads. Occasionally moves objects such as hooks and cables weighing up to 50 pounds. Must make continual control changes to maneuver crane and load around obstructions and to position load or equipment at a precise location.
- Working Conditions: Work is performed in a partially enclosed crane cab during periods of extreme heat and cold. Incumbent is exposed to unpleasant noise, heat, and fumes produced by the crane engine and are exposed to possible injury caused by swinging loads, or from the crane overturning.
- 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.
- Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation.
- Direct deposit of pay is required.
- This is a(n) Engineers and Scientists (Resources and Construction Career Field position.
- 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 Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
- 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.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.
If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.
- 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 intermitte
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