SMALL CRAFT OPERATOR

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will NOT be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants should review the "How to Apply" section of this flyer for more information on how to be considered. This flyer will be used as positions become available. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.

Duties

Operates a motorboat in conducting before-dredging soundings of rivers or in connection with marking dredge cuts for the Dredge and for after dredging soundings.

Maintains a constant rate of speed on definite ranges between, shorelines, regardless of fast or slow current. Holds boat within narrow limits in eddies and fast water.

Transports personnel, supplies and equipment to and from site of operations.

Helps load and unload supplies and equipment. Helps assist the deck crew with placement of buoys, pipeline floats and no wake signs.

Responsible for keeping boat and engine clean and in operating condition. Makes minor repairs and adjustments to the engine and other parts of the vessel.

May be called upon to assist with Pilot duties on occasion.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In 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. 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 Small Craft Operator without more than normal supervision. Operating a motorboat (14'to 600' in length) for the purpose of conducting hydro graphic surveys of navigable rivers. Operating a motorboat or vessel in conducting before-dredging soundings of rivers or in connection with marking dredge cuts for the Dredge and for after dredging soundings. Operating a vessel within narrow limits in eddies and fast water. Making minor repairs and adjustments to the engine and other parts of the vessel. Filling boat with gas, water and oil. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Works around moving machinery and floating plant. Physical exertion is required in lifting heavy parts, loading and unloading supplies and equipment. Continuous standing, walking and stooping are required. Since work is over water, there is danger of drowning, although workers are required to wear the correct Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE).

Evaluations

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

How to apply Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: Brian.M.Krause@usace.army.mil To 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 11/12/2026 to receive consideration.

Other information This announcement uses the Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce 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. This is a Transportation and Distribution Management career program. 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. 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/.