FIRST MATE, TOWBOAT at Memphis

JOB SUMMARY:

Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission.  They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations.  The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.

About the Position:

You will work under general supervision of Master, who issues oral instructions pertaining to sailing orders, making up tows, and regarding specific or unusual assignments. Exercises own initiative and judgment in accomplishing regularly assigned duties, complying with established Marine laws and regulations, and devising methods and procedures for new assignments. Activities are subject to review by personal observation and discussions for propriety of fastenings, quality and quantity of repairs and miscellaneous duties performed, and for compliance with established practices.

 

Duty location is wherever the Motor Vessel Mississippi is located. Who May Apply:

·  Current Army Civilian Employee

·  DoD Transfer (Excluding Army)

·  Non-DoD Transfer

·  Appointment of Certain Military Spouses, E.O. 13473

·  E.O. 12721

·  Reinstatement

·  30% Disabled Veteran

·  Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA)

·  Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)

 

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Protective equipment is required in performance of this position
• Shift work may be required
• Minimum US Coast Guard license requirement is Mate of 3000 Gross Tons
• Must obtain the Inland Waters endorsement within one year of start date
• This position is covered by the Civilian Drug Abuse Testing Program
• In case of emergency, subject to recall

DUTIES:Back to top

In this position, you supervise work of approximately 15 deckhands assigned to three shift making up of tows and changing barges. Incumbent is required to be familiar with strength of rigging and lines for various types of tows. Makes rigging, splices lines and wires and reeves block and tackle. Responsible for proper operation of navigation lights on boat and for placing lights on tows and barges tied up to bank, in accordance with Marine regulations prescribed by U. S. Coast Guard. Assists pilot in landing tows, when position of pilot is such that he cannot accurately determine distance from bank, by giving hand signals, using "walkie-talkie," or use of public address system. Responsible for placing gangplank at landings. Directs deckhands in vessel and equipment maintenance, including but not limited to: cleaning, chipping, scraping, and painting. Performs limited amount of carpentry work in making minor repairs to deck equipment and wooden structures. Makes repairs to the hull and superstructure of the vessel, barges, and equipment in case of emergency or as directed by the Master of the vessel. Keeps water pumped out of holds of vessel and barges in tow by use of gasoline and electrical siphoning equipment. Makes mechanical repairs to such equipment. Makes electrical repairs to electrical equipment, searchlights, and house wiring systems exclusive of engine room systems. Responsible for care and maintenance of firefighting, lifesaving, and emergency equipment. Makes canvas covers required for protection of equipment or to prevent water from entering damaged barges. Operates yawl and maintains proper operating condition of same. During lay-up or lay-by periods, the incumbent may be subject to assignment on other phases of productive work depending on (1) needs of the organization; (2) individual ability; (3) requirements for utilization of personnel to a desirable degree; and (4) the need for new and additional experience as required by operations. Is also subject to assignment where needed during high-water emergencies. Incumbent will pilot the vessel when necessary to facilitate the overall needs of the operation. The vessel is 6270 horsepower and pushes tows of 25 to 35 barges upon the Lower Mississippi River.  As a supervisor, you are responsible for instructing and training those supervised in the safe and efficient performance of their duties; and studying operations directed with a view to correcting, or reporting for correction, any unsafe condition or practice that may cause injury to employees, other persons, or property damage.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Back to top

SCREENOUT ELEMENT:

Ability to do supervise or lead the work of a Towboat First Mate engaged in towing barges and government plant and equipment on inland waters, with responsibility, for performance of all duties of sailor nature, maintenance of hull, cabins and superstructure, and operation of miscellaneous allied equipment pertinent to operation of the vessel without more than normal supervision.

 

Your application will be evaluated on the following knowledges, skills, abilities, and competencies:

·  First Mate Procedures and Floating Plant Operations

·  Supervisory Capabilies

 

PHYSICAL EFFORT & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works inside and outside; subject to dangers of falling overboard, changing weather conditions, and dangers attending moving machinery. 
• Is assigned as mate on a towboat, 241 feet or over in length, engaged in towing barges and government plant and equipment on inland waters, with responsibility, for performance of all duties of sailor nature, maintenance of hull, cabins and superstructure, and operation of miscellaneous allied equipment pertinent to operation of the vessel.

 

 

 

 

 

Other Requirements:

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• 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.
• Moving expenses will not be paid (PCS).

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be reviewed to verify that you meet the basic eligibility and qualification requirements. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to evaluate your relevant personal, educational, and work experiences. 

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP).  The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies.  If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if:  1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans preference. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority.  Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form.  Information about ICTAP eligibility is on OPMs Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. 

Country: USA, State: Tennessee, City: Memphis, Company: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.