Job description

***NOTE: This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

U.S Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia District

– Now Hiring-

Pipeline Worker WG-3501-06 (1 Vacancy)

THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE SOLICITATION – THIS POSITION IS BEING ADVERTISED THROUGH THE DIRECT-HIRE AUTHORITY (DHA) for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce

How to Apply – Email the following documents:

Provide a copy of your most current resume which clearly identifies beginning and ending dates of employment. Include work experiences and skills exhibited, number of hours per week worked at each job, and associated references.

In addition, to submitting your most current resume, you must also provide a copy of your valid state driver’s license.

Opens: 1 Mar 2023. Closes: 7 Mar 2023.

The above documents must be emailed to David Evinger no later than 11:59 pm on 7 Mar 2022. Documents received after 11:59 pm on 7 Mar 2023 will not receive employment consideration.

This position is located at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia District

Pedricktown Field Office

613 Artillery Ave, Rte 130, Bldg 613

Pedricktown, NJ 08069

Position Title: Pipeline Worker WG-3501-06

Salary Range: $25.01 (step 1) - $29.16 (step 5) per hour

Position Duties:

• Works as a member of a crew engaged in laying and breaking discharge pipeline and in constructing and repairing disposal systems. Lays pipeline using connection bars to lock sections together. Turns pipeline periodically to offset wear.
• Performs rough carpentry duties and steel work in building pipeline trestles, splash boards, spillways, steel sluice sump boxes and other wooden structures peculiar to a disposal area, including clearing of drainage ditches.
• Performs those deck maintenance, repair, general housekeeping, and miscellaneous duties peculiar to maritime activities. Handles and fastens hawsers and mooring lines. Splices cable and rope. Performs various rigging duties.
• Collects and stacks by hand debris washed ashore (e.g., trees, logs, poles, etc.) for removal by front end loader. Rigs with line or cable extra heavy and/or bulky objects (large tree stumps) that can’t be hoisted by front end loader. Performs other duties as assigned.

This is a permanent Federal civilian position which includes: paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health, dental, vision and life insurance, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) retirement plan, which includes the Thrift Savings Plan, an 401k-style investment plan with up to 5% employer matching.

Qualifications: Basic Requirement for Position:

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a Pipeline Worker without more than normal supervision. Your resume must demonstrate your ability to perform general maintenance and outdoor labor in a seasonal environment supporting maintenance functions.

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)

· Work Practices (Includes keeping things neat, clean and in order

· Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other than blueprints)

· Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

· Dexterity and Safety

Physical Effort: Exerts very heavy physical effort in performance of duties. May lift and carry items weighing over 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:
Pipeline work is performed in marshy land in all weather conditions. Disagreeable odors occur frequently. The possibility of being cut or bruised when using saws, axes and hammers exists. Serious injury may occur when moving pipeline capable of crushing hands and toes. Deckhand work is performed inside and outside under all weather conditions. The danger of being hit by swinging equipment or material being lifted exists. Exposed to paint fumes and eye injuries when chipping. There is a possibility of cutting or bruising fingers. The danger of slipping and falling, especially under wet or icy conditions, with the danger of drowning, is frequently present. Work may require the incumbent to perform duties at heights of 8'-32' depending on the nature of assignment.

Evaluation: Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with the qualification and eligibility requirements set forth by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) located at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-3500

Conditions of Employment:

· Must possess a valid state driver license. (Note: You must attach a copy of driver license with your application package, or it will be ruled as incomplete and will not receive any further employment consideration).

• Required to take and pass a pre-employment physical, then annually thereafter.

• Must be able to lift up to and over 50 lbs.

• Required to undergo and pass a background clearance.

• Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/.

Travel: Travel may be required up to 5% of the time.

Probationary Period: A one-year Probationary or Trial period may be required.

Reasonable Accommodation: Reasonable Accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. For further information visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/reasonable-accommodations/

Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/.

Multiple selections may be made.

Requirements for positions Upon Job Offer:

Selective service registration

Proof of US Citizenship

Direct Deposit of pay

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.01 - $29.16 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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