Summary About the Position: This is a Conductor (Motor Vehicle Operator) WG-5736-09 position located with the U.S. Army Sustainment Command, Army Field Support Brigade, Fort Riley, Kansas. Responsibilities Responsible for the train movement and proper placement and arrangements of cars. Operate a container handler; forklift, and mobile ramps (up to 10,000 lbs.) to facilitate loading/unloading rail equipment. Conduct the train during bad weather, poor visibility, and nighttime operations. Responsible for operator maintenance techniques and recognizing the need for repairs on the locomotive and on a variety of rail cars. 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. 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) Conductor (Motor Vehicle Operator) without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common duties of a Conductor (MVO). I can perform train operation duties to include maintaining records of shipments, coordinating train make up, and utilize proper signals for railroads. I check written requirements for instructions pertaining to a variety of train equipment that is required to move the train. I make emergency repairs to equipment so that the train works efficiently. I have the ability to follow railroad signaling, railroad safety rules and procedures. I can conduct the train during bad weather, poor visibility, and nighttime operations. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation) Ability to Operate Safely (Non-motor Vehicles) Operation of Motor Vehicles Reliability and Dependability as a Motor Vehicle Operator Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) PHYSICAL EFFORT: Position requires frequent lifting, carrying and replacement of heavy components and railroad mechanics hand tools (45 lbs.). Requires working in cramped or awkward positions on or under railroad equipment for prolonged time periods. Requires full use of arms, hands and legs in working over head on equipment. Requires bending, lifting, and twisting while operating material handler equipment. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in various weather conditions and subject to exposure to rain, heat, and freezing weather. Subject to dust, dirt, and engine fumes. Work is performed at various locations i.e. rail yard, DRRF site, and airfield. Employee may be required to work weekends, nights, or other than normal hours to support training/deployment/redeployment requirements. Ear and eye protective devices and safety shoes will be worn at all times of exposure to hazardous conditions while working as a conductor, locomotive mechanic or locomotive engineer. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. 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(n) Logistics Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.