LOCK AND DAM OPERATOR SUPERVISOR
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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 Civilian Employees of the Command Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 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 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 Operator Supervisor without more than normal supervision. I can manage lock and dam operations and/or maintenance crews. I have performed and/or directed the locking of boats and dam gate operations, equipment, and/or maintenance activities involved in lock and dam operations. I can inspect completed work to ensure it meets standards.
I work under normal supervision, Tasks are observed in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. 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 Dexterity and Safety Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Operation of Job Family Specify Equipment, Machinery, etc.
Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Physical Effort: Work requires frequent standing, stooping, stretching, climbing and crouching. 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.
01Working 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.
Oversee lock and dam operations and maintenance, assigning tasks to a diverse crew working rotating shifts.,Plan and adjust work schedules and resources to meet operational priorities and resolve issues.,Provide hands-on technical guidance and inspect work quality to ensure compliance with standards.,Manage employee performance, training, leave, and disciplinary actions.,Serve as acting site supervisor and manage credit card purchases in absence of Lockmaster.
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- H-1B specialty occupation: Employer petition, bachelor's degree or higher in the specialty; annual cap and lottery
- L-1 intracompany transferee: Employees of a related company abroad transferring to a US office
- O-1 extraordinary ability: Evidence of extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business or athletics
Official routes: USCIS
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