Lock and Dam Operator - Chicago, United States - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Duties:

Performs a variety of tasks in providing assistance to and/or personally performing work required for the installation, repair and maintenance of lock or lock and dam machinery and equipment of mechanical or electrical type; concrete work.
Operates electrically, electronic, or hydraulically controlled valves controlling flow of water for emptying and filling operation, and during double lockage's, operates electrical tow haulage unit as applicable.
Operates a variety of equipment such as pickup truck, dump truck, forklift, frontend loader, bulldozer, tractor, bridge crane, motor boat and/or pontoon boat.
Operates electrical or electronic gate control to open or close gates at one end of the lock chamber. As necessary during operation, removes debris or ice in path of gates or in lock wall recesses to avoid equipment or machinery damage.
May perform various subjourneyman work such as welding, plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, etc.
Performs seasonal duties such as grass cutting, trimming, gardening, shoveling snow, clearing ice, as well as janitorial tasks such as cleaning control house and other site buildings, restroom facilities, standby equipment.
Operates a variety of power driven hand tools and uses a variety of hand/mechanical tools to accomplish the maintenance tasks.
Understanding instructions or as directed, contacts boat pilots to obtain data such as number of passengers, tonnage and commodities being transported, point of origin and destination.
Operates electrical or electronic controls to raise or lower dam gates in accordance with specific instructions regarding time and degree of gate change.
Secures lines and slings to materials or equipment being moved and provides hand signals to operator for moving items to and from barges or trucks, for placing bulkheads.

Requirements:

Conditions of Employment:

This position is located at an IMTS facility. Days of operation and typical daily schedules will vary based on site specific work requirements. Typical schedules may consist of 1, 2, or 3 specific shift schedules.
Operators may be required to alternate working hours on all shifts and on weekends, as well as weekdays.
Sites with limited commercial use may operate on reduced work schedules. In all cases, work schedules and hours of operation are locally determined based on work requirements.
This position meets the criteria for random drug testing under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE Pamphlet
Incumbent may be required to maintain an American Red Cross Standard First Aid card, CPR, and/or AED in good standing and/or wear prescribed uniform based on site specific requirements.
This position requires a valid State motor vehicle operator's license prior to appointment and maintain the license for the duration of employment.
Incumbent of this position will be required to complete refresher training to maintain certification.
Employees are required to observe established safe working procedures. Appropriate protective clothing and/or equipment is provided to minimize or eliminate hazardous conditions, and its use is mandatory.
Position requires: standing, stooping, bending, and occasionally lifting in excess of 50 pounds, stretching, working in cramped positions, handling or maneuvering bulky items or equipment, and general continuous moderate to arduous physical activity.
This position requires work in all types of weather from subzero to extreme heat.

Qualifications:

Who May Apply:
US Citizens
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WY-05 Level:Experience must show that you have the ability to perform common maintenance or repair tasks utilizing mechanical or electrical equipment, operating simple electrical or mechanical equipment such as lawn mowers, hedge clippers, electric drills, power wrenches, or hydraulic lifts.
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Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element):Ability to do the work of a Lock and Dam Operator without more than normal supervision.
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Physical Effort:Eye and hand coordination for operating various controls and handling lines while observing traffic and personnel, during crane lifting operations, lifting dam gates, etc. There is standing, stooping, bending, occasional lifting in excess of 50 pounds, stretching, working in cramped positions and spaces, handling or maneuvering bulky items or equipment, and general continuous moderate to arduous physical effort required.
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Work Schedules: This position is located at an IMTS facility. Days of operation and typical daily schedules will vary based on site specific work requirements. Typical schedules may consist of 1, 2, or 3 specific shift schedules. Operators m