CRANE OPERATOR

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the Modified Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Responsibilities You will operate self-propelled hydraulic mobile cranes, various shipboard cranes, and shipboard winches in support of longshore operations. You will perform safety inspections on trucks, trailers, and containers before loading of the cargo. You will assist in the fabrication, repairing, and installation of standing running rigging gear. You will move, stack, position materials on trucks, piers, loading docks, and staging areas. You will be handling hazardous materials. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. The Screen-out Element for this position: The ability to perform the duties of a Crane Operator as demonstrated by experience working under normal supervision operating cranes at all boom lengths, angles, and positions up to rated capacities; performing operator maintenance and preparing an Operator's Daily Check List; planning for safety and clearance factors; operating mobile or ship mounted cranes; determining critical lift plans; using cranes to load and unload equipment and supplies where obstructions, such as ship's masts and antenna are in the way; ensuring clearances for load lift, movement, and placement; working in close coordination with ground personnel, such as Riggers, including following hand signals, radio directions, and a load guided by a tag line; possessing knowledge of rigging standards and methods; assisting in selecting or installing rigging gear; and I possess a valid state issued Commercial Driver's License, Class B or higher. You must a valid state issued possess and maintain a Class "B" (or higher) CDL. You must obtain and maintain a State of Hawaii Class B (or higher) CDL. A copy of your CDL must be provided with your application. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional Training Requirements: Wood Packaging Material Rigging Practices Courses NAVSEA OP-5 GATES User Course General Crane Safety Crane Operator Refresher Block and Bracing Training Fall Protection Training Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.