CHIEF ELECTRICIAN (Hopper Dredge)

US. Army Corps of engineers, PHILADELPHIA DISTRICT

Aboard the Hopper Dredge McFarland

Located in Philadelphia, PA

** Now Hiring**

CHIEF ELECTRICIAN (Hopper Dredge)

WJ-2805-10

THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE SOLICITATION – THIS POSITION IS BEING ADVERTISED THROUGH THE DIRECT-HIRE AUTHORITY (DHA) FOR CERTAIN PERSONNEL

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This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)

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How to Apply – Email the following documents to [email protected]

Provide a copy of your most current resume which clearly identifies beginning and ending dates of employment. Include work experiences and skills exhibited, number of hours per week worked at each job, and associated references. This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your MMC, STCW, and TWIC with your application package or you will be rated ineligible.

Opens: 04 SEPTEMBER 2026

Closes: 25 SEPTEMBER 2026

The above documents must be emailed to Michael C. Hass no later than 11:59 pm on 25 SEPTEMBER 2026.

Documents received after 11:59 pm on25 SEPTEMBER 2026will not receive employment consideration.

This position is located at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia District

Hopper Dredge McFarland

6400 Hog Island Road

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19153-3808

United States

Position Title: CHIEF ELECTRICIAN (Hopper Dredge)

Salary: $45.06 (step 1) - $52.57 (step 5) per hour

Position Duties: In this position you will:

• Serves as Chief Electrician of a self-propelled, seagoing, automated hopper dredge, engaged in the maintenance and improvement of harbors and channels.
• Ensures proper and effective operation of vessel’s electrical, electronic and control equipment and systems. Typical equipment aboard the dredge consists of approximately 250 separate units ranging from fractional HP to 4000 HP and the majority carry from 240 to 720,Glts.
• Responsible for the maintenance, adjustment, and minor and major repair of electrical machinery and equipment enumerated above, including inspection, testing, cleaning overhauling, and replacement of defective parts.
• Prepares itemized schedules of electrical repairs to be performed during annual overhaul, showing work to be done, materials, and parts required and manhour and cost estimates.
• Personally supervises completion of this work or inspects the work of contractor forces for conformance with plans and specifications.
• Plans and lays out work for Engine Department crew, issuing specific or general instructions as required. Personally performs and/or directs the more responsible tasks involved in emergencies and major repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Basic Requirement for Position:

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Electrician without more than normal supervision. Your resume must demonstrate your ability to perform common maintenance duties on electrical equipment aboard a sea-going vessel such as repairing electrical equipment, using hand tools, and determining when there is an issue. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Job Elements: The skills, knowledge, abilities, and personal characteristics listed below are important to succeed in the job:

· Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision (Screen-out Element)

· Knowledge of Electrical Equipment

· Theory and Instruments (Electrical, Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices

· Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)

· Ability To Use Electrical Drawings

· Ability to Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work)

· Trouble shooting (electrical)

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms, and where the parts of the system worked on are in hard-to-reach places. Duties require long periods of time standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lists, carries, and sets up tools and equipment, and parts that weigh up to 20 pounds. Occasionally may lift and carry items that weigh over 20 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed primarily in closed areas with some work outside. Considerable time is spent in or adjacent to the engine room area with its attendant noise, heat, and fumes. Works in very close places and in awkward positions. Subject to the usual electrical hazards involving shock, strain, burns, cuts, falls from ladders and fumes and heat while working in confined quarters.

Evaluation:

Candidates will be evaluated in accordance with the qualification and eligibility requirements set forth by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) located at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-2800

Conditions of Employment:

· Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

· Must be willing to serve a one-year probationary period, if applicable.

· Position requires a pre-employment and periodic physical examination and/or evaluation under the District Medical Surveillance Program. An offer of employment may be rescinded if the person selected fails to pass the pre-employment physical examination, fails to pass the pre-employment drug test, or refuses to participate in the testing program.

· Must be willing to take and pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and must be willing and able to pass random drug and alcohol tests thereafter. This position meets the criteria for random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Army Drug-Free Workplace Program as supplemented by USACE ER 690-1-1218. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified Safety-Sensitive Under the DOT, Federal Highway Administration Rules on Drug and Alcohol Testing

· Incumbent may be required to travel/TDY up to 40%.

· Regular tour of duty is 15 consecutive workdays, followed by 13 days off.

· Residence on board the dredge during the work period is a necessary condition of employment.

· While the dredge is operating, subsistence and quarters are provided free of charge.

· Transportation to and from the dredge is at the employee’s expense.

· Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

· Must be willing to serve a one-year supervisory probationary period, if applicable.

· Must possess a current Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) upon entry into the position.

· Must possess a current United States Coast Guard (USCG) Merchant Mariners Credentials (MMC) endorsed as an Electrician with STCW endorsement upon entry into the position.

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Travel: Travel may be required up to 40% of the time.

Probationary Period: A one-year Probationary or Trial period may be required.

Reasonable Accommodation: Reasonable Accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. For further information visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/reasonable-accommodations/

Requirements for positions Upon Job Offer:

Selective service registration

Proof of US Citizenship

Direct Deposit of pay

Pay: $45.06 - $52.57 per hour

Work Location: In person