Lock and Dam Operator

About the Position: Managers may select from any of the grades advertised but, these positions are a part of the Inland Marine Transportation System (IMTS) which requires selectees to be certified through the Lock and Dam Operator (LDO) training and certification program prior to advancement to the intervening WY-07 grade or full performance WY-08 grade levels.

• As a journeyman lock and dam operator at a Corps of Engineers navigation facility, operates electrically, electronically, and/or hydraulically controlled lock or lock and dam gates, required for passage of a variety of private and commercial traffic.
• Performs other installation repair and maintenance tasks requiring application of trade skills and knowledges.
• Performs a variety of tasks independently or assisting the team with tasks required for the installation, repair and maintenance of lock or lock and dam machinery and equipment of mechanical or electrical type, concrete work, etc.
• Operate electric gate controls to open or close miter gates and culvert/stone gate valves at each end of the lock chamber(s).
• Operate electrically controlled tow haulage unit to move barges into and out of lock chambers on River projects.
• Secure lines and slings to for materials or equipment being moved and provide hand signals to operator for moving items to and from barges or trucks.
• Perform seasonal duties such as grass cutting, trimming, shoveling snow, clearing ice; as well as janitorial tasks such as cleaning control house and other site buildings, restrooms, facilities, standby equipment.
• Assist setting bulkheads; carpentry or plumbing required for major construction or repair maintenance; concrete work.
• Handles bow or stern lines, walks lines to proper locations along wall and snubs lines to assist pilot in maneuvering craft into position.