- Position Title
- Engineering Equipment Operator
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- PW-1545-OLYM-23-12086391-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, September 11, 2023 to Monday, March 11, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
5.
This question is mandatory for this location. Neither response will disqualify you for this position. Under P.L. 96-565, first preference is given to qualified Hansen's Disease patients and Native Hawaiian eligibles.
In order to receive this preference, applicants must submit ONE of the following at the time of application to this position:Certificate reflecting applicant's Hansen's Disease patient status at Kalaupapa; OR
Documentation reflecting applicant's acceptance by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, State of Hawaii for lease of Hawaiian Home Lands have at least 50% "Hawaiian blood," OR
Birth certificate and/or other documentation of applicant and Hawaiian parent(s) back to applicant's full Hawaiian ancestors showing applicant is at least 50% "Native Hawaiian."
1. Are you eligible under P.L. 96-565 as a Hansen's Disease patient or Native Hawaiian eligible?
In order to receive this preference, applicants must submit ONE of the following at the time of application to this position:Certificate reflecting applicant's Hansen's Disease patient status at Kalaupapa; OR
Documentation reflecting applicant's acceptance by the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, State of Hawaii for lease of Hawaiian Home Lands have at least 50% "Hawaiian blood," OR
Birth certificate and/or other documentation of applicant and Hawaiian parent(s) back to applicant's full Hawaiian ancestors showing applicant is at least 50% "Native Hawaiian."
1. Are you eligible under P.L. 96-565 as a Hansen's Disease patient or Native Hawaiian eligible?
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience.
3.
The are some positions that are Career-Seasonal position and subject to release and recall procedures. A permanent career-seasonal position includes all the benefits of permanent employment, but does not provide employment on a full year-round basis. A permanent career-seasonal position includes all the benefits of permanent employment, but does not provide employment on a full year-round basis. As such, selectee will be in a non-pay/non-duty status for at least 2 weeks to 6 months per year based on project requirements or weather conditions. Selectee is guaranteed to work at least 6 months per year but not more than 50 weeks per year, with the work schedule to be determined upon appointment. An employment agreement is required and can be changed annually.
Are you willing to accept a permanent, career seasonal position?
Are you willing to accept a permanent, career seasonal position?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Engineering Equipment Operator positions being advertised in the Pacific West Region for the National Park Service. Your responses to this questionnaire in conjunction with other portions of your completed application may be evaluated to determine your qualifications. Please carefully follow the instructions for each question. You must select only ONE response for each item. If you change a response, be certain to erase (unclick) the incorrect response before you submit the application. Once you have submitted your application, items with more than one response or items that are left blank will not receive credit. THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL FOUND TO BE NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
Minimum Qualifications for Engineering Equipment Operator WG-5716-8 (Screen-Out).
1.
From the descriptions below select the one response that best describes how your experience meets the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision for an Engineering Equipment Operator, WG-08. Engineering Equipment Operators at this level possess skill in the following areas: (1) operating two or more types of heavy equipment to excavate backfill, grade, or level earth to rough specifications on such projects as breaking new ground for trails, roads, canals, tunnels, or construction sites; (2) moving earth on moderate slopes, graded curves and shoulders, rocky or soft ground, hilly forests, and other surfaces with similar rough features; (3) working operating engineering equipment on flat and rolling terrain to excavate, backfill, grade or level earth, including roads, to exact specifications; and (4) following established safety procedures to avoid injury and damage to equipment or property.
2.
I have read the "Requirements" section of the Engineering Equipment Operator announcement and understand I must possess a Valid U.S. Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class "A", No Air Brake or transmission restrictions and a current DOT Medical Examination Certificate as stated in the announcement. (YOU MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF YOUR POSSESSION OF THIS LICENSE. PLEASE INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION A PHOTO COPY OF YOUR LICENSE WITH YOUR PHOTO REDACTED)
Operation of Motor Vehicles
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Operate road graders to pull and shape ditches and road shoulders on steep and uneven terrain.
4.
Operate grader to remove snow on steep and winding ice covered road surfaces.
5.
Operated industrial rotary snow blowers on steep mountain terrain.
6.
Operate 10-15 yard dump trucks and tractor/trailer combination on steep grades and winding roads.
Work Practices (including keeping things neat, clean, and in order)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Perform and document comprehensive pre-start inspections on heavy equipment, heavy trucks and tractors/trailers including but not limited to formal operating system and airbrake checks.
8.
Perform routine maintenance on heavy equipment, heavy trucks, and tractors/trailers such as but not limited to greasing, adding fluids and changing cutting edges/wear surfaces.
9.
Adjust attachments for proper positioning and working order without stopping the power unit or the equipment.
10.
Maintain work areas, including heavy equipment and truck vehicle cabs, in a clean and orderly condition.
11.
Ensure tools and equipment are stored properly at the end of the shift.
Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Interpret blueprints, specifications, drawings, plans, as-built drawings, and profiles for roads, buildings, earthwork construction and maintenance.
13.
Interpret state and federal standards for road construction.
14.
Respond to frequent and complicated changes in plans or instructions as required by the setting of priorities.
15.
Follow manufacturer's instructions for use of heavy equipment, power tools, trucks and vehicle.
Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Operate equipment in a safe manner, in compliance with state and federal regulations.
17.
Operate equipment meeting manufactures capacity limits.
18.
Safely load heavy equipment or other items on trailers and properly secure items for transport.
19.
Assess and analyze work sites for safety issues and design work to mitigate issues.
20.
Operate various vehicles such as trucks, truck and trailer combinations, cars, vans, and heavy equipment on private, public and rough service roads to transport personnel, materials, and supplies to and from work sites.
21.
Assemble appropriate tools, materials, supplies, gear and equipment necessary to complete daily work projects.
Ability To Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicle)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
22.
Use hand grease guns, wrenches and other tools common to equipment maintenance.
23.
Use power tools associated with heavy equipment and heavy truck maintenance and repairs such as air actuated equipment, hydraulic jacks, and welders.
24.
Use hand and power tools associated with road maintenance and repair activities such as plate and foot compactors, metal cutting saws, pumps, generators, crack seal pots.
25.
Proper use of chain saws, chains and chain binders, shovels, rakes.
Reliability and Dependability as an Engineering Equipment Operator
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
26.
Use and maintain protective devices such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes, and or respirator masks.
27.
Safely operate vehicles, recognizing limits of operation for equipment or vehicle operated.
28.
Take action to eliminate safety hazards.
29.
Operate large equipment in situations involving narrow roads, steep terrain, drop offs and obstructions.
30.
Adapt work plans to changing conditions (e.g., weather, crew, equipment failure or other unforeseen circumstances).