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Summary About the Position: As lock leader for 1-3 locks, directs and oversees the work of four or more subordinate Lock and Dam Operators during the navigation season. Works along with other workers and sets the pace. Obtains needed information or decisions from supervisors on problems that come up during the work. Sees to it that there is enough work to keep everyone in the work crew busy. Responsibilities Directs and controls vessel lockage by passing signals to vessel operators and lock personnel. Directs the vessel officers in entry speed, areas of non-use of thrusters and propellers, and in the use of winches in lieu of propellers as required under certain conditions and canal regulations. Strives to achieve the precise mitering of the gates. Directs the handling and exact placement of mooring lines and the proper locations of vessel or vessels during lockage. Insures safety procedures are followed by line handlers. Operates electrical or computer based valve controls controlling the flow of water for filling and emptying lock chambers. Operates electrical or computer based controls to lower and raise protective wire rope gate fenders, placed to prevent damage to lock gates by vessels not under control. Responsible for maintaining the grounds, walls sidewalks, railings, life buoys, etc. of the lock facility. 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) 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-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 lead or supervise as a(n) LOCK AND DAM OPERATOR LEADER. Handle rope and lines for tying up vessels and barges for passage through the lock. Operate water control valves. Operate electrical or computer based valve controls to lower and raise protective wire rope gat fenders, placed to prevent damage to lock gates by vessels not under control. Operate electrical or computer based valve controls controlling the flow of water for filling and emptying lock chambers. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. Ability to lead or supervise Dexterity and Safety Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Operation of Equipment and Machinery Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments 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 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(n) 18 Career Field 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. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. The following special programs/incentives may be offered if it is in the best interest of the government: Advanced in-hire (offered to new to federal service employees only) Advanced Leave Accrual (offered to new to federal service employees only) Permanent Change of Station entitlement (PCS) Relocation/Recruitment Incentives