About the Position: This position is with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Cold Regions Research Engineer Lab (CRREL). This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. GS 9: $57,118 - $74,250 GS 10: $62,898 - $81,771 GS 11: $69,107 - $89,835

Duties

Perform construction inspection and/or construction management duties involving the mechanical systems in the erection of new structure or major repair of an existing structure. Develop and prepare design concepts, design studies, maintenance and repair of refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, electrical, and exhaust systems. Consult with and advise project engineers and others as to the availability of equipment and facilities to support projects. Support engineering staff in duties associated with space utilization, energy monitoring and real property maintenance. Approve contract changes to the plans that may alter basic design or involve additional costs. Conduct on-site pre-inspections and final inspections of construction projects. Create and update an energy conservation and sustainment plan. Review architect-engineer and in-house designs. Develop and administer training. If selected at the GS 9 or GS 10 level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Minimum Qualifications GS 9: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Applying a wide range of technical engineering methods and techniques using pneumatics, mechanics, electricity, refrigeration, and heat to assigned work tasks. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-8). Minimum Qualifications GS 10: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Applying a wide range of technical engineering methods and techniques using pneumatics, mechanics, electricity, refrigeration, and heat; and Developing plans to improve present heating and cooling systems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-9). Minimum Qualifications GS 11: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Applying a wide range of technical engineering methods and techniques using pneumatics, mechanics, electricity, refrigeration, and heat; Developing plans to improve present heating and cooling systems; and Preparing report of findings on the effective performance and functionality of mechanical systems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10). This announcement MAY be used to fill like vacancies for six months after the closing date. This is a DHA Job Opportunity Announcement. Current permanent federal employees are not eligible for this type of DHA per ERDC Policy and Guidance. If you are a current federal employee, you need to apply to the internal JOA CERG237217840931.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address RG-W03GAA US ARMY ENGR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMT CTR DO NOT MAIL Vicksburg, MS 39183 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk