Engineering Equipment Operator

SummaryYou will serve as a ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR in the TRANSPORTATION DIVISION of NAVAL FACILITIES ENG COMMAND HAWAII.ResponsibilitiesYou will adjust equipment attachments (e.g., rollers, scarifies, scoops, digging, loading bucket chains, grader blades, bulldozer blades) for optimal use.You will operate heavy equipment to excavate, backfill, grade, or level earth to rough specifications.You will operate engineering or construction equipment in a reliable and safe manner.You will steer equipment using clutches, levers, brakes, or valves according to the slope or tilt.You will maneuver equipment in confined areas to avoid damage to equipment or surrounding area.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentQualificationsAlthough a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION You must show that you have the ability to perform common tasks under general supervision including: 1) Assisting in operating engineering equipment such as graders, tractors with bulldozer or angle dozer blades, front-end loaders, backhoes, trench diggers, etc.; 2) Constructing various surfaces such as breaking new ground for trails, roads, airfields, or other construction site; and 3) Developing the site for the air curtain burner to ensure safe operation. NOTE: This experience must be clearly and fully supported in your resume. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-5700 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.EducationAdditional InformationThis position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. If you are unable to apply online and request information about the Alternate Application process, please contact the Department of Navy's Employment Information Center. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf The employee may be required to work overtime.The employee may be required to work overtime on an emergency basis.The employee may be recalled to duty.This position is designated an "emergency" position in accordance with agency requirements.This position requires the incumbent to work under adverse environmental conditions.This position requires the employee to possess the applicable license (s) or authorization (s) to operate assigned equipment, i.e. US Government Motor Vehicle Operator ID cards (OF-345 and OF-346).This position requires that the employee be certified in the use of a respirator.