ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Duties
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• Uses technical knowledge and expertise in the operation of real property maintenance (facilities, equipment, mechanical/electrical/utility/heating/ventilation/air conditioning/petroleum, oils & lubricants (POL), fire
  suppression/detection systems and aircraft/vehicle pavement maintenance functions to assure proper
  assessment of BOS performance.
• Performs review of surveillance reports and interprets statistical data to determine how effectively the Real
  Property Maintenance tab of the account is being managed.
• Educates base customers in the BOS's responsibilities and receives and processes complaints from base
  customers.
• Analyzes and approves causative research worksheet statements for all unresolved discrepancies in accounts.
• Prepares various reports, forms , operating instructions (OI's), correspondence, and other quality assurance
  documents.
• Assists the PCAO in developing documentation for new requirements and changes to the Performance Work
  Statement. Assists in the evaluation of BOS proposals for changes to the PWS.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Employee must obtain and maintain Secret security clearance.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• May occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Positions

INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/engineering-technical-series-0802/

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes applying practical knowledge of commonly applied mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering principles, concepts, and methodologies as they relate to real property maintenance. Knowledge of multi-faceted areas within real property maintenance (facilities equipment, mechanical/electrical/utility/heating/ventilation/air conditioning/petroleum, oils & lubricants (POL), fire suppression/detection systems and aircraft/vehicle pavement maintenance. Practical knowledge of contract surveillance and quality assurance principles and practices sufficient to apply techniques to difficult but well-precedent projects. Skill in written communication to prepare reports and present findings or recommendations.
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EDUCATION: Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree directly related to the position
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COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Combination of graduate education directly related to the position and specialized experience NOTE: You must submit a copy of official college transcripts.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

Knowledge of engineering practices, methods and techniques. Knowledge and understanding of real property maintenance and associated equipment to effectively evaluate the quality of service, identify deficiencies, determine the source and cause of problems, and recommend changes in operational methods, equipment, and or procedures.

Knowledge of established procedures and techniques for quality assurance and skill in applying established quality control plans and methods to all aspects of BOS performance.

Knowledge of general contacting terms. Knowledge of governing environmental regulation, procedures, manuals, and instructions.4

Knowledge of the procedures and terminology applicable to budgeting and accounting and finance.

Ability to apply analytical methods and techniques to resolve complex civil engineering and base operating services problems.

Skill to communicate effectively, both orally an in writing. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Ability to analyze deficiencies, write, and prepare reports, and present findings and recommendations. Ability to plan, organize work, and meet deadlines.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here .

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