ENGINEER PUMPING STATION OPERATOR (MVO/FLO)

Summary

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 shift engineer with responsibility for the efficient and continuous operation of all engine room equipment. During pumping operations, maintains informational records of equipment utilization and transmits same to supervisor.

Duties

• Repairs diesel engines, storm water pumps, raw water-cooling systems, fuel oil delivery systems, hydraulic servo systems, backflow gates, starting system, motor control centers, and station control center.
• Performs major repairs to equipment including crank shaft bearings, cylinder liners, pistons and rods, fuel injectors, gear reducer gears/ bearings, pump shaft bearings, electric motors, pumps, valves, gauges, electrical components, etc.
• Performs repair work and preventative maintenance routines such as periodic warmups of all engines, exercising of all equipment assigned to the plant, touch up painting of equipment, housekeeping maintenance, etc.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) ENGINEER PUMPING STATION OPERATOR (MVO/FLO) ~ without more than normal supervision. Skilled in the efficient and continuous operation, repair and maintenance of all engine room equipment such as 215-4000 horsepower diesel engines, storm water pumps, backflow gates, gauge boards and motor control centers at a Pumping Plant Location. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: During disassembly and reassembly of heavy machinery, works in tiring or uncomfortable positions for long periods of time requiring frequent bending, reaching, stretching, climbing and crouching. Frequent standing and walking is required while checking the equipment. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 or 50 pounds, and often puts forth similar effort in pushing, pulling, turning, and positioning parts, assemblies, equipment, and tools. Lifts and moves heavier items with assistance of other workers and lifting devices such as jacks and hoists. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside around engines which create an extremely high noise level. Works on parts andsystems which are dirty, oily, or greasy. Is subject to cuts, burns, bruises sprains, and electricalshock while repairing or troubleshooting equipment.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/25/2026 to receive consideration To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13058048). Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder, your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information, refer to the 'Required Documents' section. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included, but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete. It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/applicant/profile/dashboard/), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.