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NIST works with industry and science to advance innovation and improve quality of life. We're looking for a Engineering Technician to join our team!
08/04/2022 to 08/18/2022
$60,331 - $113,743 per year
ZT 3 - 4
1 vacancy in the following location:
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OFPM-194-22-11596557
669335900
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).
Incumbent will support the management and repair of Building Management Systems (BMS) AKA Building
Automation System (BAS) to support Operational Technology (OT) based industrial facility
controls and monitoring systems for troubleshooting, maintenance, repair & directing of work on
all Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Sys, utilities & related equipment on a Research Facility campus. Additionally, they will be responsible to: review and acknowledge assigned alarms, temporarily adjust or override control set points; Monitor trend logs as needed; Review and provide written technical feedback on controls related project drawings, sequences of operation and specifications for upgrades & contract equipment
submittals; Ensure conformance of projects to established division Facility Site and BMS Standards; Identify system deficiencies; Create plans for corrections and work to execute deficiency corrections; Attend facility team meetings as a support member of Facility Building Controls; Perform all assigned preventative maintenance (PMs) and repairs; Serve as a supporting team member to assure that facility heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, HVAC networks, and Building Automation Systems (BAS) (currently JCI Metasys) are available and in working order for the assigned Buildings on the NIST Boulder, CO site. Incumbent will also assist in the performance testing and commissioning of all newly installed automation systems associated with the HVAC environment. Candidate will be tasked with duties for the installation of new systems, performing of major and minor modifications and the developing of division work orders for the HVAC systems and associated networks. Successful applicant will assist in properly maintaining automation programming, troubleshooting, diagnosing, operating, automation backups, and networks for the various HVAC related automation systems. In addition to building automation duties, successful applicant will also use their expertise in HVAC controls to provide support and troubleshooting in the field for the site mechanical systems. The incumbent will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, tests, and repairs on mechanical equipment as the building needs arise. The incumbent also serves as a member of the snow removal crew and performs operator checks on their vehicle.
A combination of education and experience
ZT-0802-04:
This position allows applicants to qualify with education. Transcripts must be submitted to validate that the education requirement has been met. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. However, an official copy will be required prior to a final offer of employment.
Education completed outside of the U.S. must be evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that it is comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the U.S. Click here to view a listing of accredited organizations from the Department of Education's website. A copy of the foreign education evaluation (containing the results with a course by course listing) is required with your application.
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:
Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over
Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over
Pushing (__2___ hours)
Reaching above shoulder
Use of fingers Both hands required
Walking (__6____ hours)
Standing (_6_____ hours)
Crawling (__2____ hours)
Kneeling (__2____ hours)
Repeated bending (___6___ hours)
Climbing, legs only (___4___ hours)
Climbing, use of legs and arms
Both legs required
Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle
Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
Specific visual requirement: Correctable to 20/40
Both eyes required
Depth perception
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
Outside and inside
Excessive heat
Excessive cold
Excessive dampness or chilling
Excessive noise, intermittent
Dust
Silica, asbestos, etc.
Fumes, smoke, or gases
Solvents (degreasing agents)
Grease and oils
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
Vibration
Working closely with others
Working alone
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/11596557
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.