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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Engineering Equipment Operator

Lacombe, LA

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USAJOBS control number
890075200
Occupational series
5716

Summary

You will serve as a Engineering Equipment Operator . This position supports operates in gasoline- and diesel-powered construction equipment on short-term, small-team projects, including replacing culverts, repairing levees, cleaning canals and ditches, maintaining roads, and repairing small parking areas. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work.

Responsibilities

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Operates motor vehicles of various sizes to transport personnel, supplies, and equipment in support of daily operations. Applies safe-driving practices by maintaining awareness of terrain, load limits, and surroundings to prevent accidents or damage. Use and maintains hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment to ensure reliable and safe operation during daily tasks. Assembles, repairs, and reinstalls mechanical or structural components following established specifications. Interprets written instructions, diagrams, and specifications to plan and complete assigned work tasks accurately. Keeps work areas, vehicles, and equipment clean, organized, and properly maintained to support safe and efficient operations.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability to do the work of an Engineering Equipment Operator without more than normal supervision (SCREEN OUT) If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer Experience: 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. Pre-employment and random alcohol and drug testing are required. You will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive test is received. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment. Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Class A endorsement. You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You must pass a physical examination. You may need to complete a statement regarding your physical ability. Probationary Period: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period automatically terminates when that period ends unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

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