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ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (CIVIL)-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department of the Air Force
Air Force Materiel Command

Summary

Veteran's preference does not apply to DHA recruitment.

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The primary purpose of this position is to apply basic practical Civil Engineering knowledge to in-house construction projects or portions of projects that include design, cost estimating, construction scheduling of assigned projects.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
03/13/2026 to 03/27/2026
Salary
$52,727 to - $82,938 per year

Salary listed is EGLIN AFB, if you are selected for a different location your salary is dependent upon that duty location

Pay scale & grade
NJ 3
Locations
FEW vacancies in the following locations:
Edwards AFB, CA
Eglin AFB, FL
Holloman AFB, NM
Nellis AFB, NV
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
AFMC-080203-12908072-JDH
Control number
861224500

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Clarification from the agency

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

Duties

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  • 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.

Requirements

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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.

Additional information

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

This job announcement may close at any time - apply now!


This is an acquisition demonstration project position NH-03 equivalent to a GS-9 to GS-11.

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

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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.

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.

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