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Overview This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. You will serve as a Power Plant Operator at John Day Lock and Dam. Operating facilities consist of a large hydroelectric powerhouse and adjunct operating facilities consisting of a navigation lock, fish facilities, and spillway. Responsibilities Inspect project areas and equipment as well as observing, checking and reporting operational data to the control room. Operate power project equipment to prescribed standards which includes assuming local control of stopping, starting, synchronizing, and adjusting load and voltage for units and auxiliary equipment. Operate gates to control flows, pool levels, or to discharge debris. Operate navigation lock and control machinery for valves and gates in passing vessels through high, single-lift locks. Perform operator-related preventative maintenance checks and will maintain security surveillance of the project. Perform transmission line disconnects or ground switches as required for clearing circuits on high voltage gear. Requirements Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position has a heavy lifting requirement up to 45lbs. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. The position requires shift work. The position requires rotating shifts which include nights, weekends, and holidays. Incumbent must be able to obtain and/or maintain a valid state driver's license. The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Army

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