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: Small Craft Operator XF-5786-10 with USACE Galveston District, Engineering and Construction Division, Port Arthur Resident Office located in Port Arthur, TX. A recruitment/relocation incentive may be offered. See Additional information section for more information.
Duties
Performs preliminary operation and maintenance of high precision electronic computer, plotting and sounding equipment is utilized on-board the Government launch.
Responsible for assisting in the handling and operation of sampling or measuring equipment.
Makes operational repairs and adjustments to propulsion engines and auxiliary equipment.
Responsible for the protection of the boat, its equipment and other property.
Utilizes electronic tracker plotter in guiding the launch on specific electronic positioning hydrographic survey assignments
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
How you will be evaluated
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. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. 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.