Locomotive Engineer (Railroad Repr Inspector)

Duties

• Operate one or more types of locomotives ranging in size from 60-120 tons.
• Operate 2-1/2 to 5-ton flatbed truck or other transporter truck to transport supplies and materials.
• Operate large forklift (capacity over 10,000 pounds) to move, load, stack and unstack palletized or crated materials and unboxed materials such as tracks, engines, transmissions, wheels, etc.
• Inspect railroad track at Tooele Army Depot at intervals mandated by governing regulations by walking or moving along in vehicle on the track at a speed which is slow enough to visually detect defects.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on railroads and appurtenances to achieve higher user benefits, increase maintenance and repair cost effectiveness, and develop a systematic approach to maintenance and repair.
• Determine the four levels of track condition.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Must meet the requirements of AMCR 350-4, Training and Certification Program for Personnel Working in Ammunition Operations.
• Must obtain and maintain a current state driver's license.
• Will be subject to random drug testing requirements. This is in accordance with AR 600-85.
• Must successfully complete training in hazardous waste management procedures within six (6) months after the date of appointment to this position and will not work in unsupervised situations until these training requirements have been met.
• Must also participate in an annual review of training hazardous waste management procedures.
• Must be cleared IAW requirements of AR 190-11, Physical Security of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AAandE).
• Subject to the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.

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) Locomotive Engineer (Railroad Repr Inspector) ~ without more than normal supervision. Operating at least one type of locomotive to pull railcars and cargo. Performing coupling and uncoupling operations. Performing maintenance and repair on railroad tracks. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work requires climbing up and down steep steps or ladders. Subject to physical strain from swaying motions and jarring movement when coupling cars and running on rough track. Work involves lifting, moving, and carrying heavy items in excess of 45 pounds. Foot and hand pressure is exerted in steering and braking both trucks and fork lifts, and in manipulating clutch, gearshift, and any special mechanisms installed.
• WORKING CONDITIONS: May be exposed to bad weather; unpleasant fuel exhaust fumes; and to jarring, jolting, and swaying movement. Continuously exposed to loud noise from engine operation, train whistle, and horn. Work is performed both inside and outside unheated igloos, magazines,open revetments, and warehouses in all types of weather conditions. Works in close quarters in poorly lighted areas. There is danger from falling objects, shifting loads, and toppling stacks. Rough terrain exists in off-road areas.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• 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 information sheet.
• This is a Transportation and Distribution Management (24) Career Field position.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.