Small Craft Operator (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Small Craft Operator (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Department: Department of Transportation

Location(s): Beaumont, Texas

Salary Range: $30.97 - $36.16 Per Hour

Job Summary: This position is located in the Reserve Fleets, Office of Ship Operations, Office of the Deputy Associate Administrator for Federal Sealift, Office of the Associate Administrator for Strategic Sealift, Maritime Administration (MARAD).

Major Duties:

• The Small Craft Operator: Operates diesel- or gasoline-driven watercraft (single- and twin-screw) from shore facilities to and from reserve fleet vessels, transporting fleet personnel, materials, equipment, contractors, visitors, and Government officials at all levels. Ensures the safe operation of the craft, personnel, and materials on board in accordance with United States Coast Guard (USCG) Inland Waterway rules, Reserve Fleet safety regulations, and proper voice radio communication procedures. Performs daily fueling and preventative maintenance of assigned craft, including engine spaces and voids, such as cleaning, painting, and minor repairs. Conducts patrols of fleet water areas during assigned hours, deters unauthorized personnel and vessels, monitors security systems, and ensures vessels are properly moored, stable, and powered. The ideal candidate should possess the skill set and ability to operate diesel and/or gasoline driven watercraft, single and twin screw, from shore facility to and from ship units of the reserve fleet, carrying fleet personnel, material and equipment, as well as contractor personnel, visitors, and Government officials at all levels.

Qualifications: Qualifications for the position are based on the training, experience, or other requirements that determine which applicants would be able to perform satisfactorily in the position to be filled. To qualify for the WG-09, your experience should include experience equal or equivalent to the following: Ability to perform operator maintenance on mechanical equipment such as cleaning, greasing, and oil changes and to recognize improper operation to secure repairs or adjustments. Ability to perform watercraft operations, following United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations and Inland Waterways rules. Ability to recognize emergency or unsafe conditions and take timely corrective action to overcome or prevent the situation. Your application will also be rated on the following job elements: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision. Work Practices. Ability to Interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (related to watercraft operation). Ability to Drive Safely (watercrafts). 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. If you do not meet the minimum levels in the ability to do the work OR if you do not meet the minimum level overall, you will be disqualified.

How to Apply: You must submit a complete application package (including resume, vacancy questions and supporting documents) no later than 11:59 (EST) on the closing date of the announcement. To begin, click the "Apply Online" button on the job announcement posting. Follow the directions to register, submit all required documents and complete the assessment questionnaire. You may review your saved application(s) at https://help.usajobs.gov/ If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office via email at: Transjobs@dot.gov

Application Deadline: 2026-05-14