DECKHAND (SHIPKEEPER)

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Works under general supervision of the Master Tug Supervisor. While assigned to a vessel works under the administrative supervision and leadership of the Master or Small Boat Operator.

While assigned to a vessel, works under the supervision of the Master or Small Boat Operator and follows established operating practices and techniques associated with waterway missions and floating plant maintenance.

Performs general maintenance work, repair and paint decks, hulls, superstructure and interior spaces of vessels.

Operates cargo gear and deck machinery, rigging booms, handling lines during docking, moving and towing operations, and mending lines and canvas.

Stands lookout, security and wheel watches.

Connects and disconnects hoses and pipelines.

Operates fishing gear and similar work.

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.