Lock and Dam Operator Leader, WO-5426-08 (81059)

About the role

This position involves directing and overseeing the work of four or more subordinate Lock and Dam Operators during the navigation season. The incumbent works alongside other workers and ensures there is enough work to keep everyone 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.
• Maintains the grounds, walls, sidewalks, railings, life buoys, etc. of the lock facility.

Requirements

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.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead or supervise as a 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 gate 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.

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