MARINE SURVEYOR
What you'd do
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Major duties
You will serve as assistant port engineer for ocean-going vessels, including steam, gas, turbine and diesel, which include responsibilities for maintenance, overhaul, and modification of systems for ships assigned. You will review and evaluate ship generated voyage repair requests and regulatory body deficiencies. You will plan and schedule assigned work based on approved ship voyage repair requirements and operating schedule. You will assist the principal port engineer on issues related to shipboard readiness and maintenance and repair. You will conduct ship checks to verify assigned work requirements, troubleshoot systems, and analyze causes of casualties.
What you need to qualify
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: experience in mechanical ship systems; performing wide range of shipboard main and auxiliary systems; reviewing plan and specifications for ship maintenance, repair and alteration on full range of ship systems; developing and revising shipboard operating instructions and guides for maintenance management and work items for ship repair and alteration. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:Marine Survey Technical Series 0873 (opm.gov) Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
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