Military Sealift Command Unlicensed Junior Engineer

JOB DETAILS:

Military Sealift Command Unlicensed Junior Engineer

Open to all qualified United States Citizens who are currently not employed with Military Sealift Fleet Support Command (MSFSC) as civil service marine employees (CIVMAR) in a permanent status appointment.

Unlicensed Junior Engineer works directly under the supervision of the licensed watch engineer that he/she is assigned to, or the First Assistant Engineer if he/she is a day worker. The Unlicensed Junior Engineer is responsible for making rounds of the engine room and outside spaces while on duty recording all plant temperatures, pressures, fuel meters, water meters, and revolution counters as designated by the engine room log book.

The Unlicensed Junior Engineer duties will include standing watch on the main propulsion plant, monitoring operating equipment, and making rounds at a frequency designated by the ships standing orders. They will stand watches designated by the Chief Engineer. They report all abnormal conditions directly to the engineer on watch. The Unlicensed Junior Engineer will take tank soundings, test water, and operate evaporators to fill various water tanks as required. They will take readings on evaporators, fill out evaporator logs, and acid clean evaporators when needed. They will stand by main throttle while maneuvering and assist the watch engineer with answering bells from bridge. In addition, they will perform maintenance and repairs as directed by the watch engineer.

As a day worker, the Unlicensed Junior Engineer will perform various maintenance and repair work as directed by the First Assistant Engineer or his/her designate. They will assist in the taking-on and off-loading of fresh water, lube oil, fuel oil, and connecting and disconnecting all shore services. The Unlicensed Junior Engineer will know the locations of all fire fighting, damage control and rescue equipment in the engineering spaces. They will know the locations and how to operate all emergency remote shut down devices. The Unlicensed Junior Engineer will have a thorough knowledge of all casualty control procedures, main space fire doctrine, and rescue procedures. The Unlicensed Junior Engineer shall know all environmental protection and pollution laws. They will also have a thorough knowledge in the operation of all pollution abatement equipment. During under way replenishment operations the Unlicensed Junior Engineer will perform all duties as assigned.

Must be a United States Citizen of at least 18 years of age and possess:

1. A current U. S. Passport with a minimum of 7 months remaining of expiration date,

2. A current United States Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Mariner's Document (MMD) with a minimum of 10 months remaining of expiration date with the following endorsement(s): Unlicensed Junior Engineer or Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED) - Any unlicensed rating in engine department.

3. Must submit a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card with a minimum of 10 months remaining of expiration date, or must submit receipt of TWIC card application and payment.

4. Licensing/Certification Requirements: Must possess a valid USCG STCW 95 Certification with Rating Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (RFPEW) valid for steam and motor propulsions.

Positions are available in:

Ft Walton, FL
Destin, FL
Pensacola, FL
Tallahassee, Fl
other locations throughout the Panhandle 

To Apply: Candidates for this announcement must submit the following:

1. A completed, signed and dated Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612) to include social security number, US Citizenship, veterans preference and previous federal employment. For forms visit www.sealiftcommand.com.

2. A completed, signed and dated Declaration of Federal Employment (OF-306), including Applicant's Statement of Selective Service Registration Status. For Selective Service information, visit www.sss.gov.

3. A front and back copy of your current Merchant Mariner's Document (MMD) and TWIC with a minimum of ten months remaining of expiration date.

4. A front and back copy of your current U. S. Coast Guard license, and/or STCW certificate with a minimum of ten months remaining of expiration date, if applicable.

5. A current U. S. Passport with a minimum of seven months remaining of expiration date.

6. A copy of professional certificates as applicable for this position.

7. If you are a current or prior federal government employee, you must include a copy of a Notice of Personnel Action (SF-50) that documents your government service.

8. You must provide a copy of Certificate of Discharge (DD214, Member Copy 4) if you served in the U.S. Military Service. If you are claiming 10 points or higher veteran's preference, you must provide supporting documentation such as, a completed Application for Preference (SF-15).

(http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf). Additional information on Veterans' Preference is available at www.opm.gov/veterans.

Candidates are highly encouraged to submit the following:

1. Responses to the job-related factors (KSA's) identified in the Evaluation Criteria above

2. Performance Evaluations and training certificates applicable to the position you are applying to

All applications and supporting documents will become the property of MSFSC, and will not be returned to the applicant once submitted. Applicants are encouraged to make copies of all documentation prior to submission.

Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without regard to race, sex, religion, color, creed, age, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying handicap conditions, reprisal or any other non-merit factors. The agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Determinations of whether an accommodation is appropriate shall be made by the agency as soon as practicable, after the initial application process and shall be made with regard to all applicable statutes and regulations.