Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.

• Conducts on site survey and assessments for designing/planning in-house work orders. Develops plans and specifications for a civil nature to include drawings and/or sketches, cost estimates, and assembles proposal packages of related projects for new construction, renovations, alterations, maintenance and/or repairs of various base facilities.
• Performs Work Order processing and project management, design, and/or operations maintenance (O&M) functions. Project management duties will be primarily civil in nature but will work in other specialties when work load requires.
• Responsible for all administrative actions related to on-going work order projects. Maintains work orders and project status in manual and/or automated tracking and programing systems.
• Communication and training.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service see www.sss.gov
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Position may require an appropriate security clearance
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• 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.
• This position may require travel.
• This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• May be required to work overtime or work uncommon tour of duty.
• May be required to lift 50 pounds and occasionally more than 50 pounds with assistance.
• Work involves ascending ladders, climbing through hatches, negotiating and working in tight spaces, traversing steep areas with heavy items, and heights up to 120 foot.
• Subject to long periods of standing, kneeling, crouching, working in tight spaces and uncomfortable or difficult position.

Qualifications

Experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-08 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes technical work and knowledge in drafting, surveying construction estimating, physical science, mathematics, aerospace, architecture, chemicals, electrical or mechanical systems, mining, petroleum, or nuclear systems.

Ideal Candidate:
Someone with integrity who takes pride in their work but also is a TEAM player! Someone that has worked in the industry/trade with multiple years of experience in either: Plumbing, Fire Alarms, Water, Wastewater, and/ or Liquid Fuels. Adherence to all facility work rules and housekeeping/cleanliness. Demonstrates working knowledge and adherence to construction requirements. Excellent time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines.

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:
1. A broad, in depth practical knowledge of methods and techniques of engineering are architecture relating to Civil Engineering that involve a considerable number of different basic but established methods, procedures, and techniques, and familiarity with other disciplines.
2. Basic knowledge of civil engineering practices primarily in regards to structural and architectural phases of construction.
3. Basic knowledge of civil and construction standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials, and equipment.
4. Practical knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders.
5. Ability to utilize precedent or but not make significant departures from previous approaches to similar projects to provide for the specialized requirements of some projects.
6. Ability to plan, conduct, and record site/facility surveys and inspections.
7. Ability to plan and organize work and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and architects as they relate to Mechanical Engineering.
8. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

1. Online Application: Questionnaire
2. Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.

ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.

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