Engineering Technician; Civil

• Applies a practical knowledge of contract administration principles and practices, as wellas construction methods and techniques to accomplish assignments.
• Projects within the boundaries of the Construction Division support Civil Works and Military Construction programs, the Interagencyand International program, and the Formerly Used Defense Sites (FUDS) program.
• The civil worksprogram consists of a wide variety of projects from routine stream bank protection to the construction of fully developed flood diversion and protection structures
• Military construction projects involveprojects that range from repaving parking lots to construction of new and remodel/retrofit of building projects for upgrade of Army and Air Force facilities.
• Construction is performed under rigid completion schedules and requires strict adherence to safety standards.

• Applies a practical knowledge of contract administration principles and practices, as wellas construction methods and techniques to accomplish assignments.
• Projects within the boundaries of the Construction Division support Civil Works and Military Construction programs, the Interagencyand International program, and the Formerly Used Defense Sites (FUDS) program.
• The civil worksprogram consists of a wide variety of projects from routine stream bank protection to the construction of fully developed flood diversion and protection structures
• Military construction projects involveprojects that range from repaving parking lots to construction of new and remodel/retrofit of building projects for upgrade of Army and Air Force facilities.
• Construction is performed under rigid completion schedules and requires strict adherence to safety standards.

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Valid State-Issued Motor Vehicle Driver’s License.
• Must possess and maintain, or have the ability to obtain and maintain, a warrant for COR authority.
• The use of personal protective equipment such as hard hats, steel-toed boots is required.
• Occasional job site visits are required. Field visits involve walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces at the construction sites. Incumbent must also be aware when work involves hazardous material or safe zones.

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience;

if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is
Specialized

Experience:

One year of specialized experience which includes
1) performing a variety of contract administration duties, such as preparing change requests and construction cost estimates for military or civil works construction projects;
2) performing field engineering duties to include quality assurance (QA) checks; and
3) reviewing contractors' proposals.. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

• 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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• 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…