Power Plant Mechanic Worker In Charge - 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 do the work of a(n) Power Plant Mechanic Worker In Charge ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common duties of a Power Plant Mechanical Worker in Charge. I am able to lead a mechanical crew by planning, scheduling and/or coordinating work of others and have experience as a journeyman maintenance mechanic in an industrial setting to include HVAC systems and the operation of governor systems. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT The incumbent must have physical endurance to work for prolonged periods in cramped, poorly accessible sites when repairing or servicing installed equipment. Physical effort requires prolonged standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, twisting, and lifting and carrying objects frequently weighing up to, and occasionally over, 45 pounds. Machinist work requires acute dexterity. WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in the machine shop, in the powerhouse and other project structures and outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, heights, oils, greases, confined areas, dust, dirt, water, heat or cold. Also may be exposed to odors, fumes and moving and/or energized equipment. Must wear all safety equipment and appropriate clothing, and successfully complete and maintain all occupational health requirements. Plan distribution of work and methods for accomplishment. Inspect the work of employees under his/her direction for compliance with craft, code, and workmanship standards. Provide oral or written reports to supervisor that describe status of work assignments, causes of delay, and technical or personnel problems encountered while executing work assignments. Perform all duties assigned to journey level maintenance mechanic. Train workers under his/her direction, including hydroelectric power plant trainees, to perform craft work in accordance with established standards.