Deckhand Leader.

Located within walking distance of Busch Stadium, home of Cardinals Baseball, and Enterprise Center, home of Blues Hockey. Minutes from the Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, and other attractions. Lambert International Airport and Amtrak are nearby. Employees reside in various locations in Missouri and Illinois with commuting times generally no more than 45 minutes one way. Transportation subsidies are available for mass transit users.

Responsibilities

• Pass on instructions received from the supervisor to other workers.
• Handle heavy cables, equipment, and machinery.
• Perform mechanical repairs.
• Observe common marine practices.
• Use tools and equipment associated with deckhand duties.
• Operate crew boat in support of dredging operations.
• During layup periods from dredging operations, may be assigned to other essential work in the District, such as repairs and maintenance of plant at the Service Base according to individual qualifications and skills.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must operate a surface vessel, including dredging equipment, when duties include operating, navigating, steering, directing, or sailing the vessel, or operating the spuds on a dredge.
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program.
• Must sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Must have a pre-placement physical and annual health screenings; a complete physical every five years if required to maintain a USCG license.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license.
• Must possess a current operator’s license issued by the U.S. Coast Guard covering the size of vessel operated and the reaches of the inland river(s) or portion(s) of the waterway on which the vessel is operated. Minimum of Master, 100 GRT Rivers is required.

Qualifications

Open to US Citizens. 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.

• Ability to do the work of a Deckhand Leader without more than normal supervision, including:
  • Performing towing and/or dredging operations.
  • Channel patrol and maintenance of aids to navigation and revetment construction operations.
  • Handling and fastening lines to mooring boats, barges, and other floating craft.
  • Utilizing capstans, winches, ratchets, and other deck equipment.
• Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation).
• Ability to operate safely (non-motor vehicle).
• Operation of motor vehicles.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Work practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order).

Physical Effort

Substantial physical effort is required in the handling of heavy cables, equipment, and machinery, and when performing mechanical repairs. May lift up to 50 pounds or more. Work may involve long periods of standing, lifting, climbing, walking, and continual hand and eye coordination.

Working Conditions

Works both inside and outside during a variety of weather conditions and climates, including extremes of heat and cold and heavy rainfall. There is a danger of slipping from floating plant into water with possibility of injury or drowning. On-shore work may involve working in mud, snow, or ice, in dirty or cramped situations.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.