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ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Department of the Air Force
Air Education and Training Command
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Summary

This is a developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position of 4L9GM02 (Engineering Technician, GS-0802-11). Incumbent works closely with the supervisor in performing duties identified in the full performance standard core personnel document/core document. When the supervisor determines that full proficiency has been acquired, a Request for Personnel Action (RPA) will be submitted to the Civilian Personnel Office for promotion. (Continued in Duties)

Overview

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Open & closing dates
11/25/2024 to 12/02/2024
Salary
$59,966 to - $94,317 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9 - 11
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Altus AFB, OK
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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
11
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
Yes
Announcement number
4L-AFPC-12623748-664283-JMB
Control number
820897800

Duties

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Continued from Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to ensure optimal resource decisions are made and executed across civil engineer activities and ensure data and information from all shops are applied to the applicable Asset Management Plan (AMP) and other investment and execution plans. Utilize proactive data and information from Sustainment Management Systems to conduct performance analysis, risk-based sustainment decision making, resource optimization, and life-cycle requirements planning. Additionally, serve as an interface with customers to collect and validate user requirements. Perform Preventive Maintenance analysis and planning; corrective maintenance analysis and planning; and provide support to the Engineering Flight (CEN) on cradle-to-grave project execution within a Civil Engineer Squadron at an installation.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Manages and executes Asset Management Plans (AMP) and/or Sub-Asset Management Plans (Sub-AMP) for entire installation.
  • Integrates and synchronizes Operations Flight work force for Sustainment Management Systems (SMS) data standards, collection, and analysis.
  • Integrates and synchronizes Operations Flight work force for preventive maintenance (PM).
  • Integrates and synchronizes Operations Flight contract project development, review, construction, and integration, and warranty management pertaining to respective portfolio.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
  • This position will require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. Must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate valid driver's license.
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station.
  • May act as a project liaison with the Army Corps of Engineers or other design agencies as required.
  • May be required to serve on A and E selection boards or construction contract source selection boards.
  • May be required to serve as a member of the contingency recovery team during exercises and during real world contingencies.
  • This position requires a physical/medical examination. The physical requirements of this position as determined by the manager are: The position could require climbing ladders and working in the heat and cold for brief periods. (Cont’d...)
  • His position may also require crawling through tight spaces, stoop, bend, walk, and reach above shoulder, lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. (Cont’d...)
  • The work requires the employee to be able to wear personal protective gear applicable the applicable safety standards and the environment in which the work is being performed.
  • This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. (Cont’d...)
  • Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Technical and Medical Support Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-11: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-10, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include practical knowledge of, and skill in carrying out, standard procedures based on assignments requiring extended training or experience in the Asset Management Practices and Principles within the area of Operations Engineering; knowledge in coordinating, developing, and balancing work schedules for maintenance and/or repair of facilities; collecting, recording, and validating budget and real property asset information; tracking and coordinating the execution of work requirements; and performing quality assurance and data analysis in support of maintenance and repair optimization activities; knowledge of budgeting principles, concepts, and practices to prepare budget requirements submissions for operation, maintenance, repair, replacement of equipment, supplies, or increase in services; knowledge of safety and security principles for government facilities and organizations and the ability to apply safety, security, and environmental standards, regulations and requirements; knowledge of basic facility programming; governing documents such as AFIs, DoDIs and UFCs; work classification and prioritization; Civil Engineering organization and hierarchy; and Civil Engineering policies, procedures, playbooks, and guidebooks.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-10: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of the classified title, and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments; knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives; knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-09: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of the classified title, and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments; knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives; knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly; Skill in applying the principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments; Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in an appropriate manner with peers and management; Ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field.

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EDUCATION GS-09 LEVEL: Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree meets the requirements for GS-9. NOTE: You must submit a copy of Transcripts.

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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION GS-09 LEVEL: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for the GS-09 level as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible.

One year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level

. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-10 level. One year at the GS-10 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

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:

GS-11 Level

1. Knowledge in Asset Management Principles and Practices as it applies to Operations Management and Requirements and Optimization activities.

2. Knowledge of CE work control, customer service, operations/maintenance management procedures, and functions and procedures of each type of CE work centers.

3. Knowledge of AFIs, practices, and procedures pertaining to CE operations and ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures in a variety of situations, and recommend timely and economical solutions.

4. Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management and Sustainment Management Systems, system capabilities, economic usage to effectively accomplish assigned functions, and proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to manipulate data use macros and formulas, pivots tables and charts, perform data analysis, and build effective presentations.

5. Knowledge of program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control, and budget systems; work classifications and the regulatory and statutory restrictions on the expenditures of appropriated and non-appropriated funds; automated data processing system capabilities; real property management; and economic usage to effectively accomplish assigned functions.

6. Knowledge of analytical and diagnostic methods, procedures, and principles, and surveying methods, equipment, and techniques of measurements to identify project requirements.

GS-09 & 10 Level

1. Knowledge of basic principles of the classified titled or related field.

2. Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing.

3. Ability to learn basic techniques of the classified title.

4. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions.

5. Ability to plan and organize work and consult effectively with co-workers.

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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: 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.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

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

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.

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.

BASIS OF RATING:
Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

The resume/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.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

Applicants who meet the requirements for and apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other requirements of this position, will be given consideration as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an individual with priority/preference.

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.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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