ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR LEADER (CRANE OPERATOR)

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR LEADER (CRANE OPERATOR), WL-5716-11, is to serve as an Engineering Equipment Operator/Ordnance Handler Leader for the Navy D5 De-mil. program at the Utah Test and Training Range located approximately 105 miles from Hill AFB, UT..

Duties

Lead a team of trades and/or labor workers. Perform work, as the Lead Operator/Ordnance Handler, assist and provide OJT in the operation boom cranes, heavy equipment including tractor/trailers, snow removal equipment in a variety of outdoor areas where maneuverability is limited and precise load placement is critical. As a lead Equipment Operator/Ordnance Handler on a fully qualified and certified crew in Conventional (Conv.) and/or Large Rocket Motor (LRM) Operations, is capable of performing all tasks related to the safe and efficient shipping, receiving, storage, inventory, housekeeping, and related duties for Arms, Ammunition and Explosive (AA&E) commodities. Perform operational tasks, in compliance with Standing Operating Procedures (SOP) or other similar task guidance procedures, for the safe and efficient execution of shipping, receiving, and warehousing operations relating to all customer commodities (AA&E and Non-AA&E). Responsible for helping to maintain a work environment that is safe, professional, free from harassment (i.e. sexual, racial, religious, age, etc) and is conducive to a harmonious work atmosphere. Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5700 Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is Ability To Lead Or Supervise. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Operation of Motor Vehicles Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)* Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle) Reliability and Dependability as an ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR LEADER (CRANE OPERATOR). PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Heavy physical effort is used in constantly reaching, bending, turning, and moving arms, feet, legs to operate controls, levers, clutches, and brakes on the equipment and attachments. Strain is caused by the constant vibration, jerking, and jolting from operating on rough surfaces. Occasionally moves object weighing up to 50 pounds with the help of others or lifting equipment. Work requires frequent stooping, stretching, bending, kneeling, and working in tiring positions. WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee works inside and outside in all kinds of weather frequently exposed to dust and dirt. Works near moving parts of equipment and machinery. Works near and around large munitions. May be exposed to grease, fumes, solvents, high noise, vibrations, and exposure to injury from the possibility of equipment overturning. May be required to wear protective clothing such as hard hats, steel-toed shoes, gloves, masks, and aprons.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Other Information

Hill Air Force Base provides worldwide engineering and logistics management for the F-16 Fighting Falcon, A-10 Thunderbolt II, and the Minuteman III ICBM, and performs depot maintenance of the F-16, A-10, and C-130 Hercules aircraft. The base is located between Ogden and Salt Lake City. The area is known for year round activities, including skiing, hiking, boating, extreme sports, fishing and hunting, with four distinct seasons, low humidity and moderate snow fall in the valley. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.