Summary

This National Guard position is for a ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (CIVIL), Position Description Number D0591P01 and is part of the OH Camp Perry JTC, Ohio Army National Guard.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide technical expertise in preparing engineering plans, specifications and cost estimates. Additionally, the incumbent of this position will conduct preliminary and intermediate contractual inspections.

This job is open to

• National Guard & reserves
  
  Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Clarification from the agency

Open statewide to all members of the Ohio Army National Guard

Duties

As a ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (CIVIL), GS-0802-9, you will perform the following duties:

Coordinates the work of technicians, State employees, contract employees, temporary and seasonal employees and military personnel of all activities and units engaged in minor construction, maintenance and repair functions at the training site on a year-round basis. Coordination is effected by planning and scheduling the work of assignments, outlining methods, sequencing and prioritizing work, assessing capabilities and availability of personnel to perform the work.

Directs activities pertaining to planning, programming and executing of: construction, alteration, conversion maintenance and repair of the site's physical plant, including buildings, utilities, roads, parking and storage areas, bridges and other structures; and, the operation of utility systems, including electrical, water, sewage, storm drainage, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilating systems.

Conducts technical inspection of all types of facilities in need of maintenance or repair to determine materials required for minor construction projects to be accomplished by troop labor. Inspects maintenance and repair projects by measuring reference to similar jobs. Reviews staff engineer estimates, as well as ensure availability of materials and cost to accommodate the work. Conducts construction inspections to ensure contractor compliance with engineering plans, specifications, contractual obligations, and governing laws and regulations. Follows appropriate procedures to report contractual deficiencies.

Assists activity and military unit supervisors in effecting on-the-job training for their personnel by helping to establish task lists of practical projects in minor construction, maintenance and repair of facilities of the training site.

Plans for material, equipment, and personnel requirements for completing scheduled work on a time-phased basis throughout the year consistent with availability of resources. Responsible for procurement, maintenance, and operation of various types of heavy engineering equipment to include, but not limited to, bulldozers, graders, paving equipment, lifting devices, loaders, dump trucks and all related maintenance equipment.

Maintains necessary records relating to authorization, progress, production, cost and material used incident to minor construction projects accomplished by troop labor and major maintenance and repair projects accomplished throughout the year.

Reviews engineering plans and specifications for compliance with Federal and State regulations, and ensures that design formats comply with applicable guidance. Plans and specifications may be related to such engineering projects as: electrical distribution systems for office buildings, facilities and airfields; mechanical utility systems such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, boiler plant, water, sewage treatment and disposal systems; construction, alteration, rehabilitation and modernization of buildings, structures, roads, streets, airfields and appurtenances, power and pumping plants; and other projects similar in scope and complexity.

Develops and produces engineering specifications and cost estimates using specification guides, engineering handbooks, building construction cost data, manufacturers publications, engineering standards for types of materials, fire and safety codes, and other published material. Applies knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, estimating, and short cut methods of construction and installation, to provide cost estimates.

Furnishes sketches and layouts supplemented by verbal or written information for preparation of drawings. Considers design from standpoint of structural quality, resistance to environmental elements, use and suitability of equipment.

Prepares modification/alteration design specifications considering existing structures, utilities, facilities and other considerations of projects that are not readily apparent. Considers the structural soundness of existing facilities and adequacy of systems to accommodate proposed changes.

Provides surveillance of engineering problems pertaining to environmental pollution control and abatement, and prepares recommendations thereon. Directs activities pertaining to land management and insect and pest control.

Performs other duties as assigned.

*The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description. A copy of the entire position description can be found on FASCLASS by searching the position description (PD#:D0591P01). https://acpol2.army.mil/ako/fasclass/search_fs/search_fasclass.asp

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Ohio Army National Guard Membership is required.

Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.

May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Compatible military grade and assignment required within one year of the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Ohio Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Ohio Army National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

Military Grades: E-6 THROUGH CW4

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience, education, or training with knowledge of basic standard engineering principles, methods and practices. Experience reading and interpreting engineering and architectural plans and specifications. Experience planning, scheduling and supervising; exercising initiative and sound judgment. Experience using a variety of inspection techniques and practices to determine compliance with plans and specifications.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

***If serving under an incentive contract, termination of that incentive(s) will occur effective one day prior to your AGR, Permanent Military Technician, or Indefinite Military Technician start date. Temporary Military Technicians will have their incentive terminated if their tour exceeds 179 days in a continuous 12-month period.***

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Skills

• Benefits
  
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  Review our benefits
  
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• Required Documents
  
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  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
  
  Resume showing current Military grade, current MOS, current unit of assignment, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment, and all duties performed.
• How to Apply
  
  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
  
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
  
  To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  
  Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  
  After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  
  You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  
  To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  
  
  Michael Yates
  
  Phone
  
  (614) 336-6257
  
  Email
  
  michael.m.yates2.mil@army.mil
  
  Address
  
  OH Camp Perry JTC
  
  1000 Lawrence Rd Bldg 1
  
  Port Clinton, OH 43452
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

Resume showing current Military grade, current MOS, current unit of assignment, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment, and all duties performed.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information



Michael Yates

Phone

(614) 336-6257

Email

michael.m.yates2.mil@army.mil

Address

OH Camp Perry JTC

1000 Lawrence Rd Bldg 1

Port Clinton, OH 43452

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request