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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: Serves as a Steersman of the Dredge Potter and small towing vessels under the direct supervision of the Master in support of the Dredge Potter and its mission as well other District assets to include the M/V Pathfinder and Grand Tower. Responsibilities Operates vessel by manipulating pilothouse controls governing the speed and direction of the boat. Stands a scheduled watch. Performs daily maintenance checks and maintains vessels in a safe, clean, orderly manner. Replenish fuels, lubricants, and other supplies on the vessel. During lay-up periods from operations may be utilized and assigned to other essential work in the District. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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) Steersman without more than normal supervision. I am skilled in performing daily maintenance checks, transferring fuel from tanks and barges, and making routine operating repairs - 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. May lift up to 50 pounds or more. Work may involve long periods of standing, lifting, climbing, and walking. Incumbent must have color and depth perception and be able to see in low visibility conditions in order to navigate a dredge, tenders, towboats and other vessels. Operating the vessel requires standing for long periods with continual hand and eye coordination. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works around moving machinery and floating plant. Physical exertion is required in lifting heavy parts, tying up barges, etc. Works both inside and outside during a variety of weather conditions and climates, including extremes of heat and cold and heavy rainfall. There is a danger of slipping from floating plant into water with possibility of physical injury or drowning. On-shore work may involve working in mud, snow, or ice, in dirty or cramped situations. 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. Education Additional Information Located within walking distance of Busch Stadium, home of Cardinals Baseball and Enterprise Center, home of Blues Hockey. Minutes from the world famous Gateway Arch; St. Louis Zoo and many other attractions. Lambert International Airport and Amtrak are within close proximity. Employees live in various locations in Missouri and Illinois. Commuting times vary, but are generally no more than 45 minutes one way. Transportation subsidies are available for mass transit users. There is a 1% city earnings tax charged to all who live or work in the St. Louis City limits. This announcement is NOT intended for current, permanent Army employees. Current, permanent Army employees who would like to be consider for this time-limited assignment should instead apply to Announcement # CERG256162489399 Position may be filled as a Term Appointment NTE 3 Years . Term appointments may be extended beyond of six (6) years, up to eight (8) years. With DoD approval, term appointments may be extended beyond eight (8) years. Current permanent Federal employees (to include permanent Army employees) applying for a Term Appointment will be appointed/converted into a Term Appointment with no statutory return rights back to a permanent position. Current, Permanent Army employees that are eligible and would like to be considered for a time-limited promotion, reassignment or change to lower grade not to exceed (NTE) 3 Years will need to apply to Announcement # CERG256162489399 at the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/829081300 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(n) # 24 - Transportation and Distribution Management Career Field position. 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.