Lock and Dam Operator

• Follow multi-step instructions, carry out instructions based on guidance and read and follow instructions to operate equipment.
• Work with others, cooperate with others to get job done and establish effective working relationships.
• Perform simple trade and crafts work, perform janitorial work and perform outdoor work.
• Reason with the basic information and the visual representation characteristics of the work office.

• Follow multi-step instructions, carry out instructions based on guidance and read and follow instructions to operate equipment.
• Work with others, cooperate with others to get job done and establish effective working relationships.
• Perform simple trade and crafts work, perform janitorial work and perform outdoor work.
• Reason with the basic information and the visual representation characteristics of the work office.

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Must comply with Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant and random drug testing.
• A medical examination is required. If selected, satisfactory completion of a medical examination is required before assignment to the position.
• Position requires employee to wear a uniform and /or protective clothing.
• Work may be performed on a rotating shift basis.
• This is a Mission Essential position and is not subject to administrative dismissal in emergencies based on inclement weather conditions, or other emergency situations, as appropriate.
• May be required to have an American Red Cross Standard First Aid Card, CPR, and/or AED in good standing.

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) 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 Lock and Dam Operator applicants should document experience and/or show the ability to perform simple maintenance or repair tasks utilizing basic hand tools such as hammers, saws, drills, pliers, screwdrivers, mowers, shovels, and rakes. without more than normal supervision. Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Ability To Follow Directions in a Shop
• Ability to Work as a Member of a Team
• Dexterity and Safety
• Reliability And Dependability
• Shop Aptitude and Interest
• PHYSICAL EFFORT-Eye and hand coordination for operating various controls and handling lines while observing traffic and personnel, during crane lifting operations, lifting dam gates, etc. There is standing, stooping, bending, occasionally lifting in excess of 50 pounds, stretching, working in cramped positions, handling or maneuvering bulky items or equipment, and general continuous moderate to arduous physical activity.
• WORKING CONDITIONS-Preponderance of work is performed outside, subject to extremes of temperature and weather. There is exposure of injuries associated with working in restricted areas (occasionally in cramped and/or uncomfortably hot or cold areas), from falling objects, from working with electrical power tools and wiring or other equipment, from working with normal manual tools, and from falls while working on lock walls, dam service bridge, etc.
  
  While possibility of drowning exists as result of falls while working around water, hazard is practically eliminated through observance of safety procedures and use of safety equipment. During maintenance operations, is occasionally exposed to unpleasant fumes, dust, etc.

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment…