Lock and Dam Equipment Mechanic Supervisor

Summary About the Position : As a Construction Control Representative has full responsibility for the management and surveillance of assigned construction projects normally involving considerable difficulty and complexity due to their size, variety of structures or facilities or specialized marine, mechanical, electrical and controls equipment. Responsibilities Analyzes situations, develops cost-estimates, and determines most practicable methods of accomplishment and time involved for purpose of comparison of proposal from contractor. Insures compliance with procedural requirements on contractor's cost proposals for changes and / or delivery orders. Reviews contractor prepared shop drawings and submittals for sufficiency and contract compliance. Utilizes organizational construction management automation programs, financial management systems, and various scheduling programs, for upward reporting and day-to-day quality assurance management of assigned projects. Observes and investigates all construction phases to insure compliance with contract schedules, specifications and shop drawings; identifies actual or potential problems and determines necessity for changes or remedial action. Assures contractor adherence to the Corps Safety Manual (EM 385-1-1), checking on work areas, and methods of performance, etc. for safe practices. Coordinates scope validation meetings for delivery orders with user, contractor and others for indefinite quantity contracts including JOC contracts. Coordinates with other contractor, private concerns and government agencies involved to preclude conflicts, jurisdictional disputes, and to maintain effective public relations on assigned construction projects. Makes recommendations for changes in construction to meet field conditions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply : Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange Agreement Domestic Defense Industrial Base / Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI) Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Reinstatement Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) 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 Equipment Mechanic Supervisor without more than normal supervision. Perform the most difficult and full complex range of diagnostic maintenance inspections and repairs on all navigation and flood control project operating systems, machinery, structural components and related lock and dam equipment. Skilled in providing technical direction and training to mechanics, lock and dam operators, journeymen and new employees - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Ability To Lead or Supervise Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Trouble Shooting PHYSICAL EFFORT : Work requires frequent standing, stooping, stretching, climbing and crouching. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. May occasionally lift and carry items weighing over 50 pounds. Uses coordination of eyes, hands and feet, and also of legs and body in installing, repairing, or testing equipment in confined areas such as manholes, enclosed switchgear structures, or on overhead structures. Climbs ladders and poles. WORKING CONDITIONS : Works inside and outside, subject to changing climatic conditions, loud noises, prolonged standing, falling, water hazards, drowning, cuts and bruises. Works in cramped places and is exposed to dirt, grease, fumes, and dust; works around heavy construction machinery, with and around power shop equipment. Occasionally will work behind bulkheads or in tunnels below water level. Education Additional Information 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 Supervisory trial / probationary period may be required. Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation. Direct deposit of pay is required. This is a Career Program (CP) 18 - Engineers and Scientists (Resources and Construction) position. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs may be authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Retention, Recruitment, or Relocation Incentives may be authorized.