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NIST works with industry and science to advance innovation and improve quality of life. We're looking for a Safety Technician to join our team!
08/04/2022 to 08/18/2022
$72,995 - $113,743 per year
ZT 4
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - Occasional travel to NIST OFPM locations.
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Permanent -
Full-time -
Competitive
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OFPM-190-22-11593302
669340600
U.S. Citizens and Status Candidates (this includes Merit Promotion, Status Candidates, Former Overseas Employees, CTAP, ICTAP, VRA, VEOA, 30% or More Disabled, EVHO, Schedule A, Military Spouses, Americorps, Peace Corps, Vista, Interchange Agreement Eligibles, and National Guard).
Position is located at National Institute of Standards and Technologies, Chief Office of Facilities and Property Management, Safety office. The OFPM Safety Program Technical Specialist supports in implementing and maintaining a robust, integrated, risk-based Safety, Health & Environment management system in areas of occupational health and safety. Provides expert advice to managers and staff on safety/occupational health practices, processes and regulations. Performs HAZMAT oversight for NIST Boulder to include asbestos, lead, mercury, and other heavy metals. Conducts accident investigations and tracks corrective actions; conducts work place and constructions inspections, reviews construction/remediation plans and job hazard analysis', attends pre-construction meetings, and inspects sites for safe working conditions. Incumbent shall work with division members to issue appropriate permits for work being completed such as hot work, excavation, or confined space. Incumbent will administer OFPM-B drinking water program; reviews/updates safety plans and policies, develops/conducts training sessions in conjunction with Division Safety Representatives and Safety Embeds. Incumbent shall perform Contracting Officer's Representative duties and project management on safety related contracts.
This position is covered under NIST's Alternative Personnel Management System (APMS). The APMS is a pay-for-performance system with excellent HR flexibilities to help NIST recruit and retain top talent. Find out more about the APMS here!
A probationary period may be required.
This position has physical requirements which include but may not be limited to:
Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds
Moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds
Reaching above shoulder
Use of fingers
Both hands required
Walking (___3-10___ hours)
Standing (__3-10____ hours)
Crawling (__1-3____ hours)
Kneeling (__1-3____ hours)
Climbing, use of legs and arms
Both legs required
Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle
Ability to distinguish basic colors
Ability to distinguish shades of colors
Hearing (aid may be permitted)
This position has environmental factors which include, but may not be limited to:
Outside and inside
Excessive heat
Excessive cold
Excessive humidity
Excessive dampness or chilling
Dry atmospheric conditions
Excessive noise, intermittent
Dust Silica, asbestos, etc.
Fumes, smoke, or gases
Solvents (degreasing agents)
Grease and oils
Radiant energy
Electrical energy
Slippery or uneven walking surfaces
Working around machinery with moving parts
Working around moving objects or vehicles
Working on ladders or scaffolding
Working below ground
Working with hands in water
Working closely with others
Protracted or irregular hours of work
We may share your application package with other selecting officials at NIST with opportunities like this one. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy.
NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities such as:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume, optional cover letter and supporting documents to assess your qualifications for this position. If the minimum qualifications are met, we will compare this information to the responses on the occupational questionnaire (i.e. True/False, Yes/No, Multiple Choice questions). The application must support the responses to the questionnaire, or we may lower the score. To preview the questionnaire, click here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11593302
Applications will be assessed on the following competencies:
The documents required vary based on how you're applying (i.e., as a veteran or disabled veteran, current or former Federal employee, etc.). Please review the Required Documents for this position to find out if there are any documents required with your application.
REINSTATEMENT: If you are a former federal employee (separated from Federal service for at least 1 year) and wish to be non-competitively reinstated for a higher grade or full performance level than which you left federal employment, you MUST provide a copy of your separation SF50 (the "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2") AND the last performance appraisal you received from your federal employment which shows at least a fully successful rating.
Failure to submit required documents, based upon how you apply, may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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The OFPM is responsible for facility activities and services, including space and real property management; facilities planning, building design, construction and renovation; building system operation, maintenance and repair; central plant operation and utility distribution services; grounds maintenance; janitorial services; oversight and support for NIST construction grants; and facilities support services including mail, reproduction, transportation, visual communications, logistics and personal property management.
