Engineer (Diesel)

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: Serves as a Diesel Engineer on a 85'X30' 2560 HP diesel powered towboat engaged in towing, snagging, dredging, and channel maintenance, lock and dam maintenance, and normal or emergency operations. Works under the supervision of the towboat supervisor. NOTE: Assigned to MV Strong.

Responsible for the continued operation and maintenance of the engine room, making periodic checks of engine room machinery, auxiliary plants, electrical systems, refrigerating, plumbing and heating systems, machinery, auxiliary equipment, and etc.

Plans regular work schedule and responds to emergency work requirements and repairs and initiates or participates in review and improvement of work methods.

Maintains good housekeeping and general repairs and maintenance aboard the towboats interior and exterior- this includes painting, daily cleaning, and miscellaneous repairs and maintenance to properly preserve and maintain the vessel.

Responsible for adjusting, tuning, oiling, cleaning, testing, maintaining and repairing main propulsion engines and auxiliary systems in good working conditions.

Troubleshoot problems and diagnose malfunctions; determining the extent of repairs, parts and services required to bring equipment back up to speed in the most efficient time, minimal labor and cost.

Stands watch in the engine room while equipment is online and in operation. When work requires multi-shift operations, the incumbent is subject to call on all shifts for technical matters and assistance.