Summary 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. About the Position: Savannah is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border on the Atlantic Ocean and is easily accessible by I-95 and I-16. Economically vital to our Nation, the region is a vibrant tourism destination, and the Savannah River supports the fourth largest container port in the United States Responsibilities WG-05: Set up portable pumps and lays hose lines. WG-05: Help with construction of temporary small bridges and drilling platforms. WG-05: Assist in operation of drill rig by connecting and disconnecting drill pipe and bits as boring is advanced, handling, devices and wrenches as necessary. WG-05: Assist in mixing drilling mud as required. WG-05: Drive assigned vehicles to transport supplies and equipment. WG-05 Help with removal of soil and rock samples. WG-08: Operate power auger and direct-push drill rigs conducting standard penetration test, augering, fishtailing, direct-push testing and sampling, and obtaining undisturbed soil and ground-water samples. WG-08: Prepare for drilling jobs, aligning the rig, aligning and installing proper bits and devices, using judgment to anticipate and avoid caving problems. WG-08: Keep records of drilling activities for geologic purposes. WG-08: Make or assist in the making of field repairs to core drilling equipment, pumps, drilling tools, motors, etc Requirements Conditions of Employment 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. The position being filled at the WG-05 grade level has a non-competitive promotion potential to the target grade of WG-08. Non-Competitive promotion to the target level may be affected provided the incumbent is sufficiently experienced; meets all necessary qualification requirements for promotion to the target job; and is performing the full scope of the major duties and is functioning under the supervisory controls stated in the target job description. 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) Drill Rig Operator without more than normal supervision. (WG-05)- I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex task typical of a Drill Rig Operator Helper such as assisting higher graded traded and craft workers in the areas of pumps, field vehicles, drilling equipment repair and/or general maintenance in a safe and efficient manner. I am skilled in assisting in mixing drilling mud, connecting and disconnecting drill pipe and bits as boring is advanced, handling dogging devices. I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence. (WG-08)- I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex drilling techniques operating a variety of drill rigs for subsurface orientation, drilling reverse circulations wells, drilling calyx holes, installing geologic instruments at different points in the ole, or grouting pressure zone. I am skilled in advancing borings into soil and/or rock at depths greater than 100 feet, installing groundwater wells that are 8 inches or greater in diameter, collecting split-spoon, undisturbed, and rock core samples in accordance with published regulations, operating direct-push equipment to collect soil samples, groundwater samples, and install monitoring wells at Hazardous Toxic Radioactive Waste sites, perform routine maintenance on drill rigs in order to repair critical components such as drive shafts, clutches, hoses, related bits, pumps, and motors . I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence. - Failure to meet these Screen out Elements will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Efforts-Work requires standing for prolonged periods, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting. However, in contrast with the grade 10 level, physical exertion at this level is greater because the core boring drill rigs are bigger, heavier, and more complex to operate, involve handling larger interrelated diameter bits and core barrels, and require the use of longer sections of drill rods. Grade 11 drill rig operators frequently move objects weighing up to 68 kilograms (150 pounds) and occasionally as much as 90 kilograms (200 pounds). Heavy or awkward items are normally handled using hoists or other weight handling equipment, or with the aid of other employees. Working Conditions - Works outside in all kinds of weather and temperature extremes on uneven surfaces, exposed to poison growth, reptiles and insects, and under noisy conditions. Is exposed to cuts and bruises, strains and danger of falling while working from river barges. Must be able to perform duties while wearing a respirator. Education 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 Career Program (CP) 18 position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. 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.