Engineering Technician (Civil) (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)
Federal government of the United States
Tupelo, MS
$39,576-65,425 per year
Permanent
Full-time
26 days ago
SummaryThis position is located in the Construction Branch of a Federal Lands Highway (FLH) Division which is part of the Federal Highway Administration located in either Ashburn, VA; Sevierville, TN; or Tupelo, MS. The incumbent serves as a field representative of the assigned Division on smaller, non-complex construction projects, or may serve as an assistant on larger, more complex construction projects.Overview
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Open & closing dates03/29/2024 to 06/26/2024Salary$39,576 - $65,425 per yearThe salary varies by location. To review the exact salary range by location, go to: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wagesPay scale & gradeGS 05 - 06LocationsRemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—The position may be eligible for telework. This is not a full-time telework position and is not approved as a remote work position.Travel Required76% or greater - Assignments may involve extensive travel to construction sites.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-time - Full TimeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential11Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processAnnouncement numberFHWA.EFL-2024-0043Control number784081000This job is open toClarification from the agencyOpen to current and former Federal employees with competitive status, VEOA Applicants AND All U.S. Citizens. This is not a Bargaining unit position.VideosDutiesAs an Engineering Technician (Civil), you will:
Assist in the on-site administration of construction contracts, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. Perform standard technical review of contract designs to avoid or correct errors of nonconformance with construction specifications.
Monitor standard specification requirements for compliance of the contract documents. Monitor standard documentation and measurement of work performed. Foresee problem conditions that may develop during the course of the project and make recommendations to supervisor.
Review and assess material testing, project schedules, progress estimates, surveys, traffic control, environmental controls, construction methods, project funding, and all issues concerning the construction of the project.
Assist in the completion of evaluation of the day-to-day work performed by the contractor. Document daily activities in project files.
Prepare drafts of correspondence for the Construction Operations Engineer (COE) to review and write onsite correspondence.
The ideal candidate is a technician with education and/or experience in the technical aspects of highway construction, who can ensure compliance with contract specifications, assist in providing technical direction and guidance, and perform contract administration services and support.RequirementsConditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible for consideration.
You must meet specialized experience and/or education to qualify.
Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: You will be required to complete a background/security investigation and meet preliminary requirements prior to onboarding.
TIME-IN-GRADE: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.
DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Current Federal employees and non-competitive selectees may need to complete a probationary period (unless already completed).
GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
PHYSICAL DEMAND: The work requires regular visits to outdoor construction sites and includes some physical exertion such as bending, crouching, climbing, lifting, and walking long distances.
WORK ENVIRONMENTS: Work is generally performed outdoors and includes moderate risks and discomforts such as rain and varying temperature environments. The work environment requires the employee to stay alert and to take safety precautions near traffic. Working on construction sites requires normal safety precautions and wearing special protective items of clothing.
TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: Telework for this position is typically only allowed in emergency situations. If telework is approved, the number of telework days approved will be determined by your immediate supervisor or manager following the agency’s telework policy and guidance. If participating in the telework program, you will be required to sign a telework agreement detailing agency telework policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position.
QualificationsIndividual Occupational Requirements for series 0802 (for positions at GS-4 or equivalent and above): This series covers technical positions supervising, leading, or performing work involving applying a practical knowledge of the methods and techniques of engineering or architecture; and construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems, processes, structures, machinery, devices, and materials.Examples of qualifying specialized experience include technical work in drafting, surveying construction estimating, physical science, mathematics, aerospace, architecture, chemicals, electrical or mechanical systems, mining, petroleum, or nuclear systems.Experience in a trade or craft may be credited as specialized experience when the work provided intensive knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, methods, and precedents. Examples are trade positions with substantial developmental, test, or design responsibilities such as:
Planner and estimator who analyzed designs for production purposes.
Instrument maker or model maker who performed design or development work on devices fabricated.
For more information refer to: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/engineering-technical-series-0802/To determine which grade(s) you are eligible for, review the following grade specific details. You will be asked questions as part of your application but make sure to verify how you meet this experience and/or education in your resume and/or uploaded transcripts or you may be deemed ineligible.For the GS-05:On Experience, you must have at least one year of experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-04 grade level, which included:
Experience following directions to perform technical procedures.
Or on Education, you must have successfully completed a full 4-year course of undergraduate study leading to a bachelor's degree:
(a) with your major study in an appropriate field of engineering, construction, or industrial technology; OR
(b) that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as engineering, engineering or industrial technology, construction, physics, drafting, surveying, physical science, or mathematics.
You can also qualify with a combination of applicable post high-school education and experience as noted above. This must be fully supported by your resume and transcripts.For the GS-06:On Experience, you must have at least one year of experience, equal or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level, which included:
Experience following documents to perform technical procedures; AND
Experience performing detail-oriented tasks to completion.
Or on Education, you must have at least half of a year of graduate* education leading to a master's degree or equivalent with major study in an appropriate field of engineering, construction, or industrial technology.You can also qualify with a combination of applicable graduate* education and experience as noted above. This must be fully supported by your resume and transcripts.*Graduate Education - To qualify for GS-0802 positions based on graduate education, the field must be directly related to the position.Students enrolled in a qualifying degree program can apply if the anticipated graduation date is within six months of closing date of the announcement. Graduation transcript must be received before start date. Other applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will also be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: * Civil Engineering Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of the concepts, principles and methods required to provide technical assistance to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.
Computer Skills - Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
Communications - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed. Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
For all types of consideration, 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.EducationGraduate Education- Graduate education meets the specialized experience required for grade 06 only in those instances where it is directly related to the work of the position.One half a year of graduate education (education above a bachelor's degree) meets the requirements for GS-6. One half a year of full-time graduate education is considered to be the number of credit hours that the school attended has determined to represent one half year of full-time study. If that information cannot be obtained from the school, 9 semester hours should be considered as satisfying the one half year of full-time study requirement.Additional informationThis announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the final referral certificate.
Benefits
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