Maintenance Mechanic Supervisor - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Who May Apply: 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. 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 supervise. Experience mentoring other employees, performing and directing the performance of maintenance and repair work for electrical and mechanical equipment, plumbing systems, and carpentry and welding projects in accordance with established trade standards. Perform administrative duties associated with leadership and facility management such as establishing shop deadlines and priorities, maintaining production reports/records and assigning and evaluating work of staff. Independently perform and lead dam operation and maintenance duties to include computing and making flood releases, inspecting, repairing and maintaining appurtenant structures and systems of the dam. Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Use moderate physical effort to stack, load, unload, move and carry tools, equipment and materials ranging in weight from 10 lbs to 50 lbs unassisted. Occasionally lifts heavier objects with assistance (e.g., using a hand truck). Required to reach, walk, stand, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Occasionally works in cramped quarters, or from ladders, scaffolds or platforms.Work is performed inside and outside in all types of weather (e.g., heat, cold, rain, wind, etc.) and usually in a dirty, dusty and/or greasy environment. Incumbent is exposed to the possibility of broken bones, electrical shocks, burns, cuts, bruises, maimed fingers and scrapes. Occasionally is required to wear uncomfortable protective clothing. You will plan weekly or monthly work schedules and sequence of operations for subordinates and submit schedule to supervisor for approval. Implement corrective actions within their authority to resolve work problems. Determine training needs of subordinates and arrange for it's accomplishment; sets performance standards and make formal appraisals of subordinate work performance. Take weather readings, sample water, open and close dam gates. Meet, greet, and conduct visitor tours, providing information about the operations of the project.