Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform inspections on a variety of complicated structures involving difficult and complex construction, or inspections of a major segment of a difficult and complex project involving sophisticated mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems and equipment.

Duties

Performs inspection and surveillance of difficult and complex construction projects Performs duties as a technical consultant to the contracting office and engineering flight Performs duties related to inspection of equipment and materials Gathers information to compile into written inspection reports

Requirements

• 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
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Work may frequently require travel away from the normal duty station
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required for the position
• This is a Term Appointment, Not To Exceed 1 year and 1 day

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions. Specialized Experience: 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 qualifying specialized experience includes work as an engineering aid or technician or surveying technician performing work directly related to construction; Construction inspector or construction representative responsible for interpreting plans and specifications, inspecting materials and workmanship, and insuring adherence to safety requirements; supervisor of craftspersons, equipment operators, or mechanics engaged in construction work, provided that the experience involved responsibility for interpreting plans and specifications and inspecting workmanship for adherence to such plans and specifications; knowledge of a wide range of technical engineering methods, principles, requirements, work techniques, and practices relating to construction, and sk1ll m applying standardized, analytical, and evaluative methods and techniques sufficient to inspect projects and advise on and/or resolve difficult but well-precedented, factual, procedural, and/or recurring issues; Knowledge of construction techniques sufficient to interpret and explain contract specifications and requirements and assist contractors in meeting them; Knowledge of the practical methods and techniques of engineering principles relating to construction practices and procedures; Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of major construction projects, their installation, operation, and functional requirements sufficient to ensure all are properly addressed by the contractor. OR EDUCATION: 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. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your 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. 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: 1. Knowledge of construction inspection practices and procedures involved m the inspection of building materials, workmanship, utilities, and the installation of systems, and the practical methods and techniques of engineering principles relating to complex construction practices and procedures 2. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of major construction projects 3. Knowledge of inspection and safety practices and procedures in the construction industry 4. Knowledge of engineering and architectural plans and specifications to read and interpret construction requirements 5. Knowledge of construction trades, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing 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.

Contacts

• Address Laughlin AFB 426 Liberty Drive Laughlin AFB, TX 78843 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]