Engineering Technician

Summary Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Tillamook, Oregon within the BLM. We expect to fill many vacancies. Note: These are not Law Enforcement positions. REMINDER: YOUR RESUME CANNOT EXCEED 2 PAGES. This is a temporary appointment. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status and will be for a period not-to-exceed 1039 hours in a service year. Duties Work is performed under the technical supervision of a Professional Engineer. Assists other members of the engineering staff in performing a wide variety of assignments in support of the resource programs. Programs can includes: timber, range, watershed, recreation, fisheries, wildlife, livestock, wild horses, mineral material sites, emergency fire rehabilitation, riparian areas and upkeep of roads, yards and buildings. Complete precise measurements, interpret plans and specifications. Prepares drawings that may include several cross-sectional and subassembly drawings, dimensions, tolerances, etc., and fabrication techniques. Work may also include project design and survey, contract preparation and administration functions, Right-of-Way and other road use permits, and data analysis. Evaluates data, applications or engineering problems that require non-precise, qualitative, or subjective analytical approaches. Places instruments in accordance with test plans and specifications and observes data. Drafts technical documentation for assigned work. Selects method for presenting data for internal use. Perform duties related to construction, inspection, production, application, standardization, and testing. May need to be familiar with a range of materials used in construction. Engineering Technicians (Civil) assist in conducting engineering activities, inspect structures and systems, develop processes, and use specialized surveying equipment and devices. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required. Be sure to read the 'How to Apply' and 'Required Documents' Sections. Direct Deposit Required. Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination. Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume. You must be 18 years of age or older to be assigned to a hazardous position. Some locations may require that you possess (or obtain within 30 days of entrance on duty) and maintain a valid state driver's license while employed in this position. Depending on the level, you may be required to lift more or less than 50 LBS. Qualifications In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. GS-05: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4 level. Examples of specialized experience may include conducting uncomplicated surveys, using hand instruments such as hand levels and compasses, making simple traverse surveys using compass and tape, measuring small land areas, using rod, tape and hand level, to obtain rough estimates of yardage to be excavated; and performing recording assignments which require concentration and specialized skill such as that required in making manual computations that involve elementary arithmetic processes made complex by virtue of the number and variety of manipulations involved and the speed with which successive readings are called. OR Successful completion of a full four year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study in an appropriate field such as surveying, engineering, construction, or that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as surveying, engineering, industrial technology construction, physics, drafting, forestry, geography, navigation, cartography, physical science or mathematics. OR combination of experience and education to meet the total experience. GS-6: One (1) year of specialized work experience equivalent to GS-5 level. Examples of specialized experience may include extracting data from a variety of sources (e.g., field notes, design manuals, laboratory reports, handbooks, etc.) requiring knowledge of the applicability and use of the data and the characteristics of the sources; recognizing and reporting errors, non-consistencies, and other deficiencies in the technical data; selecting the method for presenting the data for internal use, using tabular and graphic means; resolving technical problems in measuring uncomplicated surveys, conducting P-Line and site surveys; and plotting roadway alignments, grade lines, cross sections, culvert locations, and related information from field notes and other sources. OR Successful completion of one full year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position. OR a combination of experience and education to meet the total experience. GS-7: One (1) year of specialized work experience equivalent to GS-6 level. Examples of specialized experience may include performing survey and design of roads associated with annual work plans, including flagging final road grades, gathering road design data, surveying P-lines and designing P or L line roads, and establishing final road locations; performing a wide range of standard and special purpose tests of soils, concrete, and other materials used in construction of dams, tunnels, reservoirs, culverts, roads etc.; performing routine inspection functions, administration of engineering construction, supply, service and timber sale contracts; preparing right-of-way letters and agreements, preparing NEPA documentation; gathering and analysis of facility and transportation system condition assessment data; calibrating laboratory equipment and modifying test equipment or procedures to meet unusual field conditions or special requirements; and inspecting contractor's concrete manufacturing operation for compliance with specifications and recommending, through supervisor, correction of concrete mix. OR Successful completion of one full year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position. OR a combination of experience and education to meet the total experience. 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. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands / Work Environment: The work ranges from sedentary when completing duties in the office to frequent field work requiring a considerable amount of walking, riding, stooping, bending, and lifting. Office work is performed in adequately lighted, heated, and air-conditioned offices. Much of the time is spent in the field where exposure to extremes of heat and cold, rough terrain, insects, snakes, and other hazards are common. The incumbent carefully adheres to all safety procedures to mitigate hazards encountered. Education Applicants may qualify for these positions based on experience, education, or an equivalent combination as described in the Qualifications section of this announcement. As a general rule, education is not creditable above GS-5 for most positions covered by this standard; however, graduate education may be credited in those few instances where the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position. Graduate education or an internship meets the specialized experience required above GS-5 only in those instances where it is directly related to the work of the position. One full year of graduate education meets the requirements for GS-7. If using education to qualify, you must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. See Required Documents section for more information. Additional information DOI uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit E-Verify. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/lnteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information: CTAP or ICTAP Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid by the Department of the Interior. Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the responsibility of the selected employee. This position is not eligible for Telework. All positions may not be filled or they may be filled at different times depending on budget, hiring needs, and requirements. These positions are temporary and are expected to last for up to 6 months. These positions have no promotion potential, if you want to be considered for a higher grade you must apply for the higher grade. If selected from this announcement you may be rehired for identical positions without further competition based on work needs, funding, or any other condition of employment. If selected from this or a similar competitive, seasonal announcement, your appointment may be creditable for consideration under PL-114-47, Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA)?. The Act allows certain individuals, who have or had time-limited appointments at land management agencies, to compete for any permanent position in the competitive service under "internal" merit promotion procedures. For more information, see the section under Eligibility, which starts with Question #15 (Q15. Who is eligible for appointment under these provisions?). Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Temporary Benefits: Most Federal employees earn both annual and sick leave. For additional information, visit Leave Administration. Effective January 2015, employees on temporary appointments may be eligible for health benefits through the Federal Employees Health Benefits program and, if eligible, will receive the same government contribution as full-time permanent employees. To be eligible for consideration, temporary employees working full-time or part-time must be on appointments expected to last at least 90 days, or be on an intermittent work schedule and expected to work 130 hours per month for at least 90 days. Employees electing to participate in the FEHB will be responsible for the employee share of the premium while on the official agency roles, which is deducted from bi-weekly earnings. After separating from federal employment, employees will be offered to continue participation in FEHB under the Temporary Continuation of Coverage (TCC) option. Employees electing to continue coverage under the TCC provision will be responsible for the full premium amount plus a 2% administration fee. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.