Engineering Technician (Mechanical)
This role involves designing and reviewing HVAC and fire protection systems, solving complex engineering problems, and ensuring designs meet project requirements.
Responsibilities
- Design and review heating, cooling, ventilation, and fire protection systems.
- Solve complex problems and recommend practical solutions for projects.
- Review designs, plans, and specifications to ensure they meet requirements.
- Develop cost estimates for construction projects, including materials and labor.
- Inspect construction work, identify issues, and ensure installations meet contract requirements.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Specialized Experience (GS-12): Must meet one year of specialized experience, defined as meeting three of the following:
- Evaluating HVAC or fire protection mechanical systems and/or equipment.
- Reviewing cost estimates for HVAC or fire protection system projects.
- Visiting construction sites of assigned projects.
*Note: For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone; substitution of education for experience is not permitted.
Benefits
Selectees may receive certain foreign area benefits, such as Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, and home leave.
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Additional Info
Administrative Details
- Probationary Period: This position requires a 1-year probationary period during which the agency evaluates fitness and whether continued employment advances the public interest.
- Tour Length: The initial length of this overseas tour is 24 months.
- Relocation: Defense National Relocation Program may be authorized.
- Pay: Locality pay does not apply in the overseas area.
- PCS: Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations.
- Benefits: Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.
Application Instructions
- Deadline: Applications must be submitted by September 18, 2026.
- Required Documents: Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described. You must also submit responses to the online questionnaire and other supporting documents as required.
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