- Position Title
- Deckhand
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1542-VOYA-25-12612571-OC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, November 25, 2024 to Friday, April 25, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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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.
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
We will evaluate your resume and responses to this questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be fully supported by your resume and supporting documentation.
Ability To Do the Work of a Deck Hand without More than Normal Supervision (Screenout)
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience requirements for a Deckhand, WG-5788-06 position. Read all of the responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered ineligible and will not receive consideration for this position.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND TO BE INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
THE RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWERS YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND TO BE INELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
Operation of Motor Vehicles and Ability to Drive Safely
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Operate gasoline and diesel-powered equipment.
3.
Operate skiff and inflatable between vessel and shore, transporting personnel, supplies and materials to coastal camps.
4.
Operate motor vehicles to obtain parts, supplies, and transport personnel and other vessel related operations.
5.
Operate engines or winches controlling anchor or deck equipment including attachments for cranes, hooks, chains, and slings on falls.
6.
Stand wheel watch in relief of and primarily under the direct supervision of the captain.
7.
Learn and apply principles of using radar, navigational charts, fathometer, and GPS.
8.
Possess basic skills in handling and navigating a vessel.
9.
Possess the knowledge of Coast Guard regulations pertaining to marine operation.
Work Practices (including keeping things neat and clean and in order)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Perform routine and cyclic maintenance on equipment and vessel as directed.
11.
Select, make ready, fasten hawsers and mooring lines to piers, and fasten lines to secure other craft coming along-side or in tow.
12.
Maintain internal and external vessel appearance.
13.
Clean, repair, and adjust deck machinery on regular basis; includes small boat winch, anchor and windlass, escape hatches, booms, skiff, inflatable, etc.
14.
Serve as cargo loader, adjusting placement of cargo on deck· and in hold and taking on/off fuel to assure safety of cargo and vessel.
15.
Maintain inventory of equipment onboard and ensures emergency equipment is in ·a ready-to-go state.
16.
Stock supplies of food stores to feed crew and passengers when underway, and maintains food storage, preparation and eating areas - in a clean and sanitary way.
17.
Maintain a clean, sanitary galley and to prepare meals while underway and/or with numerous people walking through the galley and while attending to other ship duties.
Ability to interpret instructions, specification, 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.
18.
Properly complete a variety of forms and reports with little supervision.
19.
Read signs and labels.
20.
Interpret instructions, specifications, etc. related to vessel equipment operations and a wide variety of manual labor tasks.
21.
Read and write English in order to interpret navigational map and GPS units and work instructions.
22.
Enter log reports prior to departure and after vessel returns.
23.
Give instructions to public regarding Coast Guard donning requirements.
24.
While mooring, casting off, rope, and cable repair and splicing use the proper process.
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.
25.
Adhere to all state, local, and Federal traffic laws, and ordinances.
26.
Determine procedures, machines, tools equipment or attachments to be used for proper care and maintenance of vehicles.
27.
Conduct small repairs as needed on motor vehicles.
28.
Operate various types of construction and engineer equipment to load and unload cargo onto vessel.
29.
Transport personnel, supplies and material using motor vehicles.
30.
Check to make sure cargo is secured to prevent shifting or falling while in transit to load the vessel.
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.
31.
Adhere to all state, local, Coast Guard and Federal vessel traffic laws and ordinances.
32.
Continually check surroundings for operating hazards and report hazards to Captains.
33.
Activate/contact emergency response in the event of all emergency situations in which the safety of the captain, crew, or passengers is in jeopardy.
34.
Ensure that safety and housekeeping rules are followed by all passengers.
35.
Check to make sure cargo is secured to prevent shifting or falling while in transit and minimize the possibility of the vessels swaying.
36.
Conduct man overboard and first aid as needed.
37.
Determine procedures, machines, tools equipment or attachments to be used for proper care and maintenance of vessels.
38.
Communicate with supervisor/dispatcher in accordance with established procedures and timetables.
Reliability and dependability as a deck hand.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
39.
Operate various types of moving equipment on a hauling platform to move cargo on the vessel.
40.
Report operating malfunctions for repair.
41.
Communicate effectively, maintain positive work relationship with co-workers, and the passengers when unexpected schedule changes and/or trip plans occur.
42.
Conduct inspections as directed.
43.
Identify, report and correct safety concerns.
44.
Proper care of food storage aboard a vessel.
45.
Conduct small repairs as needed.
46.
Coordinates schedules and trip manifests with captain.