- Position Title
- Small Craft Operator (Seasonal)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1543-ISRO-25-12613931-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, February 27, 2025 to Monday, March 3, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
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.
3.
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
You must show that you meet the experience described below. Read all responses before making your selection. Mark only one response. If you select more than one response or leave the question blank you will be rated ineligible.
Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. (Screen-out Element)
1.
From the descriptions below select the one response that best describes how your experience/education meets the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision for the Small Craft Operator WG 5786 06 position. You must show that you meet the experience described below. Read all responses before making your selection. Mark only one response. If you select more than one response or leave the question blank you will be rated ineligible. Any skill that you indicate you have experience with in the following occupational questionnaire must be specifically documented in your resume or application.
Operation of Motor Vehicles
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Operate and service outboard, and inboard boats of up to 32 feet in length.
3.
Operation and adjustment of navigation by marine radar.
4.
Interpret marine charts for navigation and am familiar with the aids to navigation and the Rules of the Road applicable to Lake Superior.
5.
Working knowledge of practical mathematics to calculate measurements, distances, weights, running times, fuel consumption rates, and navigational bearings.
6.
Use of rope/lines, knots, for securing of cargo on boats and the towing of boats.
Work Practices (includes 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.
Research and apply techniques and standards for trail and campground construction and maintenance of both.
8.
Plan and coordinate work for campgrounds and trails, and oversee operations adhering to trail and campground standards set by policy. I am knowledgeable of proper personal protective equipment and can instruct others in its use.
9.
Use, maintain, and teach the safe use of trail and campground tools needed to accomplish tasks such as chainsaws, crosscut saw, Pulaski's, council tools, scythe, jackhammer/ rock drill, rakes, shovels, hoe, rock bar, etc.
10.
Keep accurate records of supplies and materials, daily logs, fuel logs and of work accomplished.
11.
Keep work areas clean and neat. At project sites unused tools and equipment are stood up and out of way.
Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Understand/interpret instructions from supervisor/management and can pass instructions to others.
13.
Read and follow directions from equipment manuals.
14.
Read and follow directions from blueprints.
15.
Read and follow instructions on product labeling and mixing directions.
Ability to Operate Safely (Motor Vehicles)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Perform vehicle safety inspections prior to daily operation.
17.
Attach, secure and/or hitch equipment or machinery for transport.
18.
Safely hover a vessel in place by using udder controls, engine thrusts and wind and wave actions to maintain vessel positions.
19.
Secure items on vehicles or equipment (ex: blocking, bracing, strapping)
20.
Dock and Undock at a variety of objects in a variety of conditions.
Ability to Operate Safely (Non-Motor Vehicles)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Operate power take off equipment such as hydraulic dumps or lifts.
22.
Knowledge of basic first aid.
23.
Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injury.
24.
Use proper stowing techniques to ensure loads are secure during transport.
25.
Load , unload and move heavy boxes building supplies, and equipment to and from vehicles by hand, hand truck or dolly.
Reliability and dependability as a small craft operator.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
26.
Plan and implement scheduled delivery of groceries and supplies, working with others schedules.
27.
Operate small craft and plan times of several drops and pickups while navigating in different areas and weather conditions. Can adjust timing to reflect weather and sea conditions.
28.
Familiar with radar/GPS equipment in small craft to operate at night or dense fog.
29.
Experienced in determining if conditions are too rough to operate in and knowledge of safe harbors.