MARINE ELECTRICIAN (DUAL RATE) (Direct Hire Authority)

Summary 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 requires service aboard a diesel Hopper Dredge responsible for performing preventative maintenance, repair or installation assignments/work projects.. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Must be able to take and pass a pre-employment physical and one annually thereafter. Possess or be willing and able to obtain and maintain a Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping as a Able-Seafarer Engine and an Electrician's Endorsement on their valid Merchant Mariner Credential within 24 months of entrance on duty. Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs. Must be willing to serve a one-year probationary period, if applicable. Must be willing and able to travel up to 95% of the time for business related purposes. This is a drug testing designated position requiring pre-employment testing and random testing. You MUST possess a current United States Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credentials (MMC) with a wiper/ oiler endorsement AND a current Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC); and possess a Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED) with valid Electrician's Endorsement) or be able to obtain one within 24 months of entrance on duty. Qualifications 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) MARINE ELECTRICIAN (DUAL RATE) (Direct Hire Authority) ~ without more than normal supervision. - Your resume must demonstrate you have the ability to perform common maintenance duties on electrical equipment aboard a sea-going vessel such as repairing electrical equipment, using hand tools, and determining when there is an issue. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): for Marine Electrician (Dual Rate), WK-2805-12 position. You must possess a current United States Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), with an oiler endorsement and obtain a Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED) with valid Electrician's Endorsement, within 24 months of entrance on duty AND a current Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC). - You MUST UPLOAD your USCG Credentials or you may be rated ineligible.- Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. This position requires that the incumbent possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential. (Note: You must attach a copy of the Credential with your application package or it will be ruled as incomplete and will not receive any further consideration) This position also requires the incumbent to possess a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential. (Note: You must attach a copy of the Credential with your application package or it will be ruled as incomplete and will not receive any further consideration) PHYSICAL EFFORT: Makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where the parts of the system worked on are in hard-to-reach places. Duties require long periods of time standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools and equipment, and parts that weigh up to 45 lbs. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed primarily in closed areas with some work outside. Considerable time is spent in or adjacent to the engine room area with its attendant noise, heat, and fumes. Works in very close places and in awkward positions. Subject to the usual electrical hazards involving shock, strain, burns, cuts, falls from ladders, and fumes and heat while working in confined quarters. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information 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. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. 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. This is a Career Program (CP) 29 - Installation Management position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. 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. The following incentives may be authorized to a highly qualified candidate: Recruitment, Relocation, Advance in Hire, Student Loan Repayment, and/or Advanced Leave Accrual. Read more 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 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.