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Conductor (Motor Vehicle Operator)

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Sustainment Command
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Summary

About the Position: This is a Conductor (Motor Vehicle Operator) WG-5736-09 position located with the U.S. Army Sustainment Command, Army Field Support Brigade, Fort Riley, Kansas.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
07/02/2024 to 07/11/2024
Salary
$28.40 to - $33.23 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 9
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort Riley, KS
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel up to 25% of the time for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Announcement number
CHDE248122080684D
Control number
797557600

This job is open to

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The Public

Duties

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  • Responsible for the train movement and proper placement and arrangements of cars.
  • Operate a container handler; forklift, and mobile ramps (up to 10,000 lbs.) to facilitate loading/unloading rail equipment.
  • Conduct the train during bad weather, poor visibility, and nighttime operations.
  • Responsible for operator maintenance techniques and recognizing the need for repairs on the locomotive and on a variety of rail cars.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. This position is covered by the civilian drug abuse testing program.
  • Incumbent is required to sign a DA form 5019-R, and/or DA form 7412 "Condition of employment for certain civilian positions identified as critical under the drug abuse testing program," or a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
  • IAW change 3 to AR 600-85, alcohol and drug abuse prevention and control program, employee must successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter.
  • Must be able to obtain a certified locomotive engineer certification to operate a locomotive as described in 49 CFR Part 240.
  • Incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Conductor certification per 49 Code of FederalRegulations (CFR) Part § 242.
  • Incumbent is required to have a current military conductor card or a commercial railroad conductor card that is not expired.
  • Must re-certify locomotive certification triennially (every 3 years), Per AR 56-3 CHP 3 A-C.
  • Pre-employment physical exam required.
  • This position has a lifting requirement of up to 75 pounds.
  • Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license and any installation and/or DoD license required for the type of vehicle being driven. A commercial driver’s license (CDL)equivalent to a Kansas State Class A is required.
  • Irregular work hours required after normal duty hours, weekends, holidays, evenings, and nights.
  • This position has been designated as key for mobilization and cannot be filled by an active reservist or retiree with call back orders. Provisions of DoD directive 1200.7 must be followed before either of the above can fill this position.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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.

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) Conductor (Motor Vehicle Operator)~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common duties of a Conductor (MVO). I can perform train operation duties to include maintaining records of shipments, coordinating train make up, and utilize proper signals for railroads. I check written requirements for instructions pertaining to a variety of train equipment that is required to move the train. I make emergency repairs to equipment so that the train works efficiently. I have the ability to follow railroad signaling, railroad safety rules and procedures. I can conduct the train during bad weather, poor visibility, and nighttime operations. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

  • Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision
  • Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
  • Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
  • Ability to Operate Safely (Non-motor Vehicles)
  • Operation of Motor Vehicles
  • Reliability and Dependability as a Motor Vehicle Operator
  • Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order)
  • PHYSICAL EFFORT: Position requires frequent lifting, carrying and replacement of heavy components and railroad mechanics hand tools (45 lbs.). Requires working in cramped or awkward positions on or under railroad equipment for prolonged time periods. Requires full use of arms, hands and legs in working over head on equipment. Requires bending, lifting, and twisting while operating material handler equipment.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in various weather conditions and subject to exposure to rain, heat, and freezing weather. Subject to dust, dirt, and engine fumes. Work is performed at various locations i.e. rail yard, DRRF site, and airfield. Employee may be required to work weekends, nights, or other than normal hours to support training/deployment/redeployment requirements. Ear and eye protective devices and safety shoes will be worn at all times of exposure to hazardous conditions while working as a conductor, locomotive mechanic or locomotive engineer.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a(n) Logistics Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Basis for Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category.

  • Best Qualified. Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for the announced position.
  • Highly Qualified. Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for the announced position.
  • Qualified. Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for the announced position.
You may claim Military Spouse preference.

You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.

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