If you have experience related to project management and facilities operations and want a significant role in a dynamic organization, consider joining the NIH Office of Research Facilities (ORF), Division of Facilities Operations and Maintenance (DFOM), Accreditations Services Branch (ASB). Join our team where you will be provided the opportunity to put your technical knowledge to use in a hands on environment dedicated to supporting the NIH Mission!

Duties

As the Engineering Technician, within the Office of Research Facilities (ORF) you will: Apply knowledge to perform field engineering, troubleshooting, operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, medical gas, fire protection, life safety & building automation systems. Performing a variety of highly specialized tasks associated with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and calibration of electronic controls and indicating and recording systems used on industrial machinery or by engineers or in energy monitoring and control systems. Develop tests and implements methods for evaluating, analyzing and correcting facilities control systems malfunctions to return system to automatic operation and energy efficiency. Compose utility correspondence and contract documentation such as statements of work, cost estimates, to provide directions and to procure support to resolve equipment and system problems. Providing technical advice and assistance to various commercial contractors and inspects contractor installed projects. Analyzing system failures to determine cause (hardware field devices, system communications) and makes appropriate repairs. Perform Contracting Officer Representative (COR) duties to include: Managing project documentation, evaluating contractor proposals, reviewing and approving contractor schedules, preparing government statements of work and cost estimates, performing project inspections etc.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• Position is covered by a bargaining unit (union).
• At the supervisor's discretion, this position may offer work schedule flexibilities. Please see Additional Information section.
• The selectee may be exposed to electrical distribution systems and structures.
• The selectee must be able to bend, stoop, walk, stand, and climb, over rough and uneven terrain with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

To qualify at the GS-12 level, You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: resolving facilities issues related to areas such as: mechanical, electrical, plumbing and/or medical gas; developing project plans or schedules for engineering work; inspecting utility systems to document needed repairs; monitoring completion of facilities contracts; creating correspondence and documentation for utilities programs and contracts. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12154693

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Dr Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Sirena Ellis
• Phone: 301-402-2894
• Email: [email protected]