Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. 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 gasoline, multi-fuel, or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment with wheeled or crawler type traction. You will primarily operate one or more types of heavy equipment on all types of terrain to excavate, backfill, grade, or level earth to rough specifications on such projects as breaking new ground for roads, tunnels, or construction sites. You will operate Buses, automotive vehicles, Fuel Truck and MHE (Forklift) in support of operational requirements. You will operate truck tractor, over 26,000 lbs. (GVW); 6x4 driving wheels, manual and automatic transmissions equipped with air brakes, 5th wheel capability to pull semi-trailers of various types to include flat beds, low boys and van bodies. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This position has a selective placement factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates. The selective placement factor is: To possess a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A. (Note: This must be noted in your resume and a copy must be submitted with your application package.) 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. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability to do the work of an Engineering Equipment Operator without more than normal supervision as demonstrated by: 1) Operating gasoline- or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment to perform functions such as cutting, moving, digging, grading, and rolling earth, sand, stone, and other materials; 2) Maintaining ditches, road shoulders and beds, and fire lines using such equipment as bulldozers, backhoes, road graders, and large industrial tractors with pan or scraper attachments; 3) Operating equipment safely where the work is close to buildings, railroad tracks, power poles, utility lines, trees, drop-offs, rocks and/or other obstructions; and 4) Demonstrating knowledge and skill in rigging methods, and practicing difficult and complex rigging operations. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements 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 announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. A 40 hour work day is typical for this position. May be required to work shifts, overtime, and/or callback. This position is being recruited at the full performance level. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. Physical Effort: Heavy physical effort is used in constantly reaching, bending, turning, and moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to handle different sets of controls to operate the equipment and attachments. Considerable strain is caused by the constant vibration of the equipment and the jerking and jolting from operating over rough surfaces. Because of the location of some of the controls and attachments, the operators are frequently required to work in awkward or strained positions. The work is strenuous because of the generally larger pieces of equipment and the requirement for more frequent adjustments under more adverse operating conditions. Working Conditions: Work is performed in all types of weather, often in an open driver's seat or platform, on hills, slopes, grades, rolling surfaces, and forests. May be exposed to injury due to the possibility of the equipment overturning. Is subject to noise, vibration, dust, dirt, and fumes from the motor and exhaust. The operation of larger and more complicated equipment in more difficult circumstances increases the exposure to injury, overturning, noise, and vibration. May perform minor maintenance on equipment; for example, checking/refilling fluids, changing filters, lubricates fitting, and makes minor adjustments. May operate other vehicles as workload requires, such as, tractors, wreckers, fuel trucks, large buses, and similar equipment. May be required to act as a rigger or signal person during crane operations. 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: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. 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.