This position is located in the Office of Engineering and Maintenance, Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, Massena, NY. Massena is one of the most northern geographical towns in New York State and is located on the St. Lawrence River bordering Canada. In less than 2 hours you can travel to Montreal, Quebec or Ottawa, Ontario.
This position requires a State issued Class A CDL and a valid Crane Operator Certificate of Competence. Proof of both requirements must be submitted with your application in order to be reviewed for eligibility. If not provided, your application will not be considered. You must have industrial and construction experience operating cranes up to and including 150 ton capacity.
You will serve as the Foreman of the Heavy Equipment Branch where you will be a working supervisor. You will be responsible for supervising the Branch employees and you will also serve as the technical authority for the operation and maintenance of all heavy and light equipment and vehicles, which includes performing the duties of the Gatelifter Coordinator and Operator. As Gatelifter Coordinator you will direct the work of the Gatelifter during moving and lifting operations. On occasion, you may supervise the work of employees from other Divisions.
Summary
This position is located in the Office of Engineering and Maintenance, Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, Massena, NY. Massena is one of the most northern geographical towns in New York State and is located on the St. Lawrence River bordering Canada. In less than 2 hours you can travel to Montreal, Quebec or Ottawa, Ontario.
This position requires a State issued Class A CDL and a valid Crane Operator Certificate of Competence. Proof of both requirements must be submitted with your application in order to be reviewed for eligibility. If not provided, your application will not be considered. You must have industrial and construction experience operating cranes up to and including 150 ton capacity.
You will serve as the Foreman of the Heavy Equipment Branch where you will be a working supervisor. You will be responsible for supervising the Branch employees and you will also serve as the technical authority for the operation and maintenance of all heavy and light equipment and vehicles, which includes performing the duties of the Gatelifter Coordinator and Operator. As Gatelifter Coordinator you will direct the work of the Gatelifter during moving and lifting operations. On occasion, you may supervise the work of employees from other Divisions.
Serves as Foreman of the Heavy Equipment Branch being responsible to the Chief, Maintenance Division for directing, supervising and controlling the work efforts of a group of trades workers including Crane Operators, Heavy Equipment and Vehicle Mechanics and Engineering Equipment Operators.
Has administrative accountability for Branch employees for matters such as attendance, leave, vacation schedules, grievances, and discipline.
Interprets blueprints and other specifications.
Operates all heavy equipment; directs the work of the Gatelifter during moving and lifting operations.
Ensures proper maintenance of equipment is coordinated for continuity of operations.
Is responsible for the maintenance of Corporations roads, grounds and parking and work areas both paved and unpaved during all seasons.
Provides Chief, Maintenance Division with information on projects and equipment replacements and upgrades to be included in Special and Capital Project Plans.
Furnishes leadership and promotes sustainability when performing maintenance activities and making improvements at Corporation facilities.
Conducts weekly shop safety lectures and takes corrective action when unsafe conditions or practices are observed.
Serves as first level LMR representative and administers the provisions for the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date
See How to Apply section for submission of required supplemental documents
You must have a CDL and a valid Crane Operator Certificate
Announcement also advertised U.S. Citizens: SLSDC.MNT-2017-0007
Job announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 60 days
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
LICENSE REQUIREMENT: This position requires that you possess and maintain a NYS Class A CDL with ability to obtain a Hazardous Material Endorsement. A copy of your license or its equivalent must be submitted with your application.
CERTIFICATION: You must have a valid NYS Class A or B Crane Operator Certificate of Competence. A copy of your certificate or its equivalent must be submitted with your application.
FEDERAL DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING (CDL): This position is a Drug Testing Designated Position (TDP) and CDL drivers are subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, follow-up and post-accident testing for illegal drug and alcohol use.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: You will be subject to a pre-employment and post-employment background investigation process which includes a fingerprint check.
CERTIFICATION/TRAINING: You must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid crane and aerial lift inspector certification.
CERTIFICATION/TRAINING: You must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid rigging and signaling trainer certification.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Due to the location of our agency and the duties of this position, you must be able to enter Canada in accordance with Canadian law and re-enter the United States.
SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: New supervisors must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
Qualifications
Qualifications for the position are based on the education, training, experience, or other requirements that determine which applicants would be able to perform satisfactorily in the positions to be filled.
For the Wage Supervisor (WS) 10, you must have experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to successfully perform the duties of this position without more than normal supervision. Your application will be rated on the following job elements:
Ability to Lead or Supervise.
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.
Ability to drive and operate safely.
To qualify for the Crane Operator, you need to have industrial and construction experience operating cranes up to and including 150 ton capacity.
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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. If you do not meet the minimum levels in the ability to do the work OR if you do not meet the minimum level overall, you will be disqualified.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work includes regular visits to project/work sites which require walking, stooping, standing, climbing, etc. and involve the use of ladders, scaffolding, manbaskets, boats, etc. for gaining access to some of the sites.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Assignments may require moderate physical exertion requiring agility, kneeling, crawling, bending, stooping, and entering cramped compartments. Works both inside and outside. When inside, may be exposed to drafts, changing temperatures, and noise which is difficult to talk above. When outside, may sometimes work in bad weather, in mud and snow, and in wet and icy areas. When working inside and outside, may be exposed to irritation or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and from hard, damp floors or ground. May be exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, burns, bruises. To reduce the dangers and irritations from the above conditions, follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as protective ear devices, hard hats, safety-toe shoes, respirators, and protective clothing. Some of these safety items may be uncomfortable to wear or use and may need to be worn or used for long periods.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE: PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume/ application does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). Your resume must contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make a qualification determination. Please ensure that your resume contains specific information such as position titles, beginning and ending dates of employment for each position, average number of hours worked per week, and if the position is/was in the Federal government, you should provide the position series and grade level.
Federal Wage System (FWS) positions require the use of a Screen-Out Element. Points will be based on experience and training which are documented by your responses to the questionnaire. To be qualified, applicants must receive at least 2 points on the Screen-Out Element and an average of 2 points on all the elements in order to be considered minimally qualified for the position. Applicants who do not receive 2 points on the Screen-Out Element will be eliminated from further consideration.
Your application will be rated on the extent and quality of your experience, education and training relevant to the position. The answers you select in the on-line process must be substantiated in your application package. If upon review, it is determined that your described work history, competencies, and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, your application may be updated or you may not be referred to the selecting official. Please ensure that your work history provides enough details to support your answers. If referred, all relevant documents including performance appraisals and awards submitted with your application package will be forwarded to the hiring official for review. The Automated Staffing Office is ultimately responsible for determining your final rating. To preview questions please click here.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
ALL Applicants must provide a resume that fully supports the required specialized experience and was created within USA Jobs Resume Builder and respond to the vacancy questions by the closing date of the vacancy.
The following is a list of documents that are only required based on the type of position and type of consideration for which you are applying. Please review each of the following sections to determine which, if any, additional documents you need to provide with your application.
PLEASE PROVIDE:
A copy of your NYS Class A CDL or its equivalent.
A copy of your valid NYS Class A or B Crane Operator Certificate of Competence or its equivalent.
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL - Most recent performance appraisal (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Do not submit a performance plan that does not include this information.
AWARDS - Copies of any award(s) received within the last 3 years.
VETERANS: Your last DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, that shows the type of discharge and all dates of active duty is required to verify your eligibility. it need not be official.
If you are applying to a vacancy opened to all US Citizens under category rating and wish to be considered as a preference eligible, you need to submit a copy of your DD214.
If you are claiming preference eligibility as a disabled veteran, you must submit proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally a valid letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. An SF-15 is desired, but not required.
If you are applying to a vacancy opened Status and you are requesting consideration under Veteran's Employment Opportunity Act(VEOA) (https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/shav/#veoa), you need to provide a copy of your last DD214,which verifies your military service dates, reason for separation, and eligibility for consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act.
STATUS APPLICANTS: If seeking eligibility consideration as status/agency/DOT employee, you must provide proof of eligibility in the form of an SF-50. Your SF-50 must verify the highest grade held competitively, full performance level of position, and eligibility as a status applicant. Please do not submit an Award SF-50, as these are often incomplete and do not verify grade or status eligibility.
NON COMPETITIVE APPLICANTS: If requesting concurrent consideration for Non-competitive (NC) appointment eligibility, you must provide the appropriate SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITY DOCUMENTS, such as PCS orders (military spouse) describing move & marriage certificate; letter from VA or DD214 describing 100% disability of spouse; letter from State Vocational Office certifying disability (schedule A), etc. For more information, visit military spouse NC appointments or Persons with Disabilities NC appointments.
DISPLACED EMPLOYEES: If requesting consideration under the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency CTAP program (ICTAP), you must meet the well qualified standards for this vacancy (meeting minimum requirements for position and scoring at least an 85 or falling in the Gold Category) and provide all of the following documents:
your most recent performance appraisal,
the proof of eligibility letter from the Agency, and
your most current SF-50, displaying current series and grade.
Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position. Please review your application prior to final submission and ensure you have submitted all appropriate documents. Uploading documents to USAJobs does NOT ensure inclusion with your application to our system. You must verify that the documents are in the system with your application prior to final submission.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents)no later than midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement.
To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job posting.
Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire.
You may review your saved application(s) at https://my.usajobs.gov.
If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET) at (202) 366-1298. You may also email us at Transjobs@dot.gov.
DOT, SAINT LAWRENCE SEAWAY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, DC 20590
US
Next steps
You may check your application status by logging into USAJobs.com. (Select "My USAJOBS" and click "Applications"). Within two weeks of the vacancy closing date, a Human Resources Specialist will evaluate your application. Ratings will be determined based on the documents and information received by the closing date. The most highly qualified candidates are then referred to the hiring manager for further consideration.
From this point on the hiring manager determines all aspects of the hiring process. If they wish to contact you for an interview or for hire, the hiring manager will do so directly. Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
ALL Applicants must provide a resume that fully supports the required specialized experience and was created within USA Jobs Resume Builder and respond to the vacancy questions by the closing date of the vacancy.
The following is a list of documents that are only required based on the type of position and type of consideration for which you are applying. Please review each of the following sections to determine which, if any, additional documents you need to provide with your application.
PLEASE PROVIDE:
A copy of your NYS Class A CDL or its equivalent.
A copy of your valid NYS Class A or B Crane Operator Certificate of Competence or its equivalent.
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL - Most recent performance appraisal (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Do not submit a performance plan that does not include this information.
AWARDS - Copies of any award(s) received within the last 3 years.
VETERANS: Your last DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, that shows the type of discharge and all dates of active duty is required to verify your eligibility. it need not be official.
If you are applying to a vacancy opened to all US Citizens under category rating and wish to be considered as a preference eligible, you need to submit a copy of your DD214.
If you are claiming preference eligibility as a disabled veteran, you must submit proof of entitlement of this preference which is normally a valid letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs certifying to the present existence of the service-connected disability and indicating the percentage of your disability. An SF-15 is desired, but not required.
If you are applying to a vacancy opened Status and you are requesting consideration under Veteran's Employment Opportunity Act(VEOA) (https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/shav/#veoa), you need to provide a copy of your last DD214,which verifies your military service dates, reason for separation, and eligibility for consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act.
STATUS APPLICANTS: If seeking eligibility consideration as status/agency/DOT employee, you must provide proof of eligibility in the form of an SF-50. Your SF-50 must verify the highest grade held competitively, full performance level of position, and eligibility as a status applicant. Please do not submit an Award SF-50, as these are often incomplete and do not verify grade or status eligibility.
NON COMPETITIVE APPLICANTS: If requesting concurrent consideration for Non-competitive (NC) appointment eligibility, you must provide the appropriate SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITY DOCUMENTS, such as PCS orders (military spouse) describing move & marriage certificate; letter from VA or DD214 describing 100% disability of spouse; letter from State Vocational Office certifying disability (schedule A), etc. For more information, visit military spouse NC appointments or Persons with Disabilities NC appointments.
DISPLACED EMPLOYEES: If requesting consideration under the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency CTAP program (ICTAP), you must meet the well qualified standards for this vacancy (meeting minimum requirements for position and scoring at least an 85 or falling in the Gold Category) and provide all of the following documents:
your most recent performance appraisal,
the proof of eligibility letter from the Agency, and
your most current SF-50, displaying current series and grade.
Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the vacancy will result in your removal from consideration for this position. Please review your application prior to final submission and ensure you have submitted all appropriate documents. Uploading documents to USAJobs does NOT ensure inclusion with your application to our system. You must verify that the documents are in the system with your application prior to final submission.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents)no later than midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement.
To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job posting.
Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire.
You may review your saved application(s) at https://my.usajobs.gov.
If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET) at (202) 366-1298. You may also email us at Transjobs@dot.gov.
DOT, SAINT LAWRENCE SEAWAY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, DC 20590
US
Next steps
You may check your application status by logging into USAJobs.com. (Select "My USAJOBS" and click "Applications"). Within two weeks of the vacancy closing date, a Human Resources Specialist will evaluate your application. Ratings will be determined based on the documents and information received by the closing date. The most highly qualified candidates are then referred to the hiring manager for further consideration.
From this point on the hiring manager determines all aspects of the hiring process. If they wish to contact you for an interview or for hire, the hiring manager will do so directly. Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
