What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crane Operator position at RH-W2SJ03 US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT-WALLA WALLA?
About the Position: This position is located at Little Goose Dam, Starbuck, WA. The Dam is operated by USACE and is situated on the Snake River, 65-river miles downstream from Clarkston, WA and 70-river miles upstream from the Tri-Cities, WA. Work duties will be performed inside and outside the hydroelectric (powerhouse) facility. This is a fast paced and multifaceted working environment. Little Goose Dam is near Starbuck, WA and close to Dayton, WA.
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(n) Crane Operator without more than normal supervision. Experience operating bridge, boom, and/or gantry of cranes, reading and understanding load charts and conducting maintenance checks on cranes - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
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 USACE employees with competitive status.
- Current Civilian Employees of the Command
- 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
- 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(n) Crane Operator without more than normal supervision. Experience operating bridge, boom, and/or gantry of cranes, reading and understanding load charts and conducting maintenance checks on cranes - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
- Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)
- Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.
- Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
- Ability to perform Motor Vehicle Operator duties w/o more than normal supervision
- Operation of Motor Vehicles
- Reliability And Dependability
- Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order)
- PHYSICAL EFFORT: The operator pushes, pulls, and depresses levers, brakes, clutches, etc. requiring considerable strength and keen hand/eye/foot coordination. Climbs ladders and regularly lifts and carries supplies, hooks, cables, and rigging weighing up to, and occasionally over, 45 pounds. The operator is subject to constant vibration while the crane is in operation. Must have normal vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both inside and outside the powerhouse. Exposed to high noise levels, dust fumes, heat, cold, and climate extremes. There is danger of serious injury or death from improperly operated cranes, contact with high voltage electricity and the danger of drowning when working above swift moving water. Spends long periods in cramped quarters and is exposed to possible injury from swinging loads or crane overturning. Must wear appropriate safety equipment and protective clothing and successfully complete and maintain all occupational health requirements.
Salary : $65