Third​/Second Assistant Engineer Diesel, WJ

Direct-Hire Authority (DHA)

Permanent

Mississippi Valley Division (MVD) - New Orleans District

New Orleans

Works under the general supervision of the Chief Engineer or the Assistant Chief Engineer, who makes work assignments and issues oral instructions pertinent to the operation and maintenance of all operating machinery during the watch. Written instructions may be posted as to the nature and extent of repairs to be made, or concerning special precautionary measures to be taken while operating machinery.

• As required, stands regular scheduled watches in the central control monitor room of the engine room. At prescribed intervals, makes routine inspection of all engineer spaces and equipment including dredge pumps, bow thruster, steering gear and areas. Starts stops and adjusts engine room equipment as necessary. Observes pressure and temperature gauges and alarms and listens for sounds which indicate abnormal operating conditions.
  
  Makes regular periodic inspection of all operating machinery to insure proper functioning. Maintains a log of operations on assigned watch.
• Make routine repairs to operating machinery during assigned watch. Supervises and/or performs the operation, routine repair and maintenance of all engine room equipment and assists Chief Engineer and Assistant Chief Engineer with major repairs.
• Supervises and reviews Work of Junior engineers by visual inspection of main engines, auxiliary engines and appurtenant equipment, to insure proper maintenance and functioning of all equipment.

Must have the ability to understand the principles of operation of an automated engine room monitoring system, the care and maintenance of that system, and operation of the maintenance management system. Must be able to operate and maintain marine machinery and tools. Has a basic working skill of welding.

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 a.m. CST of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 p.m. CST of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
  
  You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One-year trial or probationary period may be required.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Incumbent must possess a U S Coast Guard license as 3rd Assistant Engineer for motor vessels with no horsepower limitation, or a higher license.
• When assigned, incumbent will be in charge of the Engine Department during tie-up periods.
• Positions subject to drug and alcohol testing: “This position meets the criteria for random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.”
  
  DCPDS Code: W.
• Position requires a pre-employment physical examination and be enrolled in the medical surveillance program that requires periodic physical examinations.
• Position requires the incumbent to lift and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or more and will require a pre-employment physical exam.
• Days of operation and typical daily schedules will vary based on site specific work requirements. Typical schedules may consist of 1, 2, or 3 specific shift schedules. Employee may be required to alternate working hours on all shifts and on weekdays, as well as, weekends and holidays. Work…