SummaryThis announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce (Title 5 USC Section 9905) direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.This job is open to - The publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agencySee Who May Apply in the Qualifications section for more information on who is eligible to apply for this position.
VideosDuties - You will serve on a hopper dredge. The dredge is characterized (electrically) by approximately 250 separate units ranging from fractional HP to 4000 HP with the majority carrying from 240 to 720 volts. You will:
- Assume responsibility for the operation and efficiency of the dredges electrical systems and components when they are absent.
- Follow the plans and instructions laid out by an Engineer while he was on board but is responsible for coping with unanticipated problems or emergency situations on their own.
- Make scheduled and special operational checks of equipment. Observes gauges, listens, notes unusual conditions (heating, oil or grease loss, loose fittings, broken or inoperative units, etc.) and makes repairs or adjustments as required.
- Make periodic or special preventative maintenance checks of units.
- Test, dismantle, observe, replace scheduled or work elements, lubricate, pack, repair, etc., as indicated.
- Report actions taken, need for further attention, and unusual results.
- Install replacement or new equipment (floodlights, signals, fixtures, etc).
- Repair or participate in the repair of any electrical unit on board (motors, pumps, generators, control panels, special equipment, etc.).
- Itemize materials and parts used.
Requirements Conditions of Employment - Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- Must be willing to serve a one-year probationary period, if applicable.
- Position requires a pre-employment physical, then annually thereafter
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs
- Travel may be required up to 5% of the time.
- Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Electrician Endorsement.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC).
- Must be willing to take and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and must be willing and able to pass random drug and alcohol tests thereafter.
QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.Basic Requirement for Position:Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a First Assistant Electrician without more than normal supervision. Your resume must demonstrate your ability to perform common electrician duties such as repair electrical equipment, apply drawings, performs tests, use hand tools, and observe gauges. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
Job Elements:The skills, knowledge, abilities, and personal characteristics listed below are important to succeed in the job:
- Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (Screen-out Element)
- Knowledge of Electrical Equipment
- Theory and Instruments (Electrical, Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices
- Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
- Ability To Use Electrical Drawings
- Ability to Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work)
- Trouble shooting (electrical)
Licensing/Certification (Selective Placement Factor): In addition to meeting the experience requirement of this position, applicants must:
- Must possess a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Electrician Endorsement.
- Must possess a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC).
(Note: Applicants must provide a copy of all 2 documents listed above, at time of application or your application package will be ruled as incomplete and you will not receive any further employment consideration).PHYSICAL EFFORT:Makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where the parts of the system worked on are in hard-to-reach places. Duties require long periods of time standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools and equipment, and parts that weigh up to 40 pounds.WORKING CONDITIONS:Work is performed primarily in closed areas with some work outside. Considerable time is spent in or adjacent to the engine room area with its attendant noise, heat, and fumes. Works in very close places and in awkward position. Subject to the usual electrical hazards involving shock, strain, burns, cuts, falls from ladders, and fumes and heat while working in confined quarters.
EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information- This announcement uses the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce (Title 5 USC Section 9905) direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
- One year trial/probationary period may be required.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
- If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
- Reasonable Accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. For further information visit:
Working on the Hopper Dredge McFarland:
- The McFarland is in a ready reserve status and operates on the Delaware River 70 days per year. The remainder of the year is spent on performing maintenance or periods at the shipyard. The ship may also be called out to perform emergency dredging along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts.
- Regular tour of duty is 15 consecutive work days, followed by 13 days off.
- Residence on board the dredge during the work period is a necessary condition of employment.
- While the dredge is operating, subsistence and quarters are provided free of charge.
- Transportation to and from the dredge is at the employee's expense.
- When the dredge is operating in the Delaware River, access to and from Philadelphia International Airport is minutes from the Ships Home Dock which is located at the Fort Mifflin Project Office.
- Access from major roads is also within minutes (I-95 & I-76).
- Parking is provided at the Fort Mifflin field office for all Crew Members.
- BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with the qualification and eligibility requirements set forth by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) located at Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.
- BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
- Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.Your complete application includes your resume and other documents which prove your qualifications and eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.1. Your resume:
- Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
- For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
2. Other supporting documents:- This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses
- Must submit a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Electrician Endorsement.
- Must submit a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC).
- Cover Letter, optional
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility. - How to ApplyInterested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: ...@usace.army.milTo apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.Alternate applications (e.g., facsimile applications) will not be accepted.The complete application package must be submitted to the email address provided above by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/14/2025 to receive consideration.Agency contact informationMichael HassEmail ...@usace.army.milAddressRD-W2SF04 US ARMY ENGINEER DIST-PHILADELPHIA DO NOT MAIL Philadelphia, PA 19103 USNext stepsThe evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.
- Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Required DocumentsYour complete application includes your resume and other documents which prove your qualifications and eligibility to apply.
If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.1. Your resume:- Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
- For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
2. Other supporting documents:- This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses
- Must submit a valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Electrician Endorsement.
- Must submit a valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC).
- Cover Letter, optional
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
How to ApplyInterested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: ...@usace.army.milTo apply for this position, you must submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.Alternate applications (e.g., facsimile applications) will not be accepted.The complete application package must be submitted to the email address provided above by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/14/2025 to receive consideration.
Agency contact informationMichael HassEmail ...@usace.army.milAddressRD-W2SF04 US ARMY ENGINEER DIST-PHILADELPHIA DO NOT MAIL Philadelphia, PA 19103 US
Next stepsThe evaluation will be based on the information you provide. You should expect that we will verify performance, suitability, and security information and take that information into account in making employment offers.
Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request