Lock and Dam Operator

Duties

Assist in handling bow or stern lines, walking lines in proper locations along the wall, and snubbing lines to help the pilot maneuver the craft into position.

Operate electric gate controls to open or close gates at one end of the lock chamber.

Operate an electrically controlled tow haulage unit to move barges into and out of the lock chamber.

Contact boat pilots to obtain data such as the number of passengers, tonnage and commodities being transported, point of origin and destination, etc.

Secure lines and slings to materials or equipment being moved and provide hand signals to the operator for moving items to and from barges or trucks, or place bulkheads, etc.

Perform a variety of tasks in providing assistance to and/or personally performing work required for the installation, repair, and maintenance of lock or lock and dam machinery and equipment of mechanical or electrical type.

Perform carpentry or plumbing required for major construction or repair maintenance; concrete work, etc.

Perform seasonal duties such as grass cutting, trimming, gardening; shoveling snow, clearing ice; as well as janitorial tasks such as cleaning control house and other site buildings, restrooms, facilities, standby equipment, etc.