Lock and Dam Operator

WE ARE HIRING: Lock and Dam Operators!

Opening and Closing Dates: 18 June–2 July 2025 (11:59pm EST)

Position Title: Lock and Dam Operator 

Series/Grade: WY-5426- 5/7/9 

Duty Location(s): Fulton, MS and Tupelo, MS. Work location is Tennessee - Tombigbee Waterway 

Number of Vacancies: 3

Job Description:

During shift operation, it exercises primary authority over the use of locks through the issuance of instructions to tow boat captains and other craft operators, setting of precedence of entry, and through maintaining proper procedural operation. Serves alone or as responsible lead man of a two-man crew responsible for making lockage’s. Handles bow or stern lines, walks lines to proper locations along wall and snubs lines to assist the pilot in maneuvering craft into position. Secures lines on wall. Operates electrical, electronic, and/or hydraulic gate controls to open and/or close gates at one end of the lock chamber. Performs continuing and/or special operational or functional checks on machinery to avoid untimely or dangerous equipment breakdowns, and identify, when possible, the development of unsafe situations.

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