Security ClearanceSecret
Duties
Checks work in progress and, when finished, checks for compliance with supervisor's instructions on work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines.,Maintains close liaison with commercial railroads receiving information.,Inspects, maintains, repairs, and improves railroad track and associated appurtenances.,Responsible for on-site coordination of train makeup, movement, and train crew activities including enforcement of safety rules, operating restrictions, track use requirements and work schedules.
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 (Yardmaster) Leader ~ without more than normal supervision. Leading others operating a diesel-electric locomotive including starting and stopping in a variety of conditions such as moderate grades; sharp curves; numerous turnout ramps; switches, around narrow building clearances; and busy and congested work areas, moving from 1 to 10 units of rail equipment. Operating locomotives in busy intersections without gates; congested areas; bad weather; and busy schedules. Having an understanding and comprehensive knowledge of a railroad yard and the required hand signals. And a thorough understanding of all rules and regulations governing safe operation of locomotives under all conditions. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Work involves lifting and positioning moderately heavy objects weighing up to 20 pounds and, occasionally, with assistance handling objects weighing over 45 pounds, while loading or unloading cargo. Work performed requires climbing on and off stationary and moving cars, guiding and directing the coupling and uncoupling of cars, throwing switches, and walking along tops of flat cars. There is considerable walking over uneven surfaces on rails, ties, and road beds and continuous physical activity in reaching, bending, turning, or moving feet and legs to manipulate equipment, controls, and track components. Works outside in all kinds of weather conditions while loading or unloading vehicles. Work is performed where there is unpleasant dust, dirt, fumes, and noise from rail operations. Subject to cuts, scratches, and bruises from loading or unloading vehicles; also, to possible serious injury resulting from traffic accidents. Subject to danger from moving trains when visibility is low when coupling and/or uncoupling cars, blocking wheels, etc. Subject to eye hazard from chipping metal and hazards inherent while working under cars and engines.
Other 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 Reemployed Annuitant 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.