Do you have experience working with water treatment systems and the associated analysis and maintenance of related utility systems? If so, please consider joining the Office of the Research Facilities, Division of Technical Resources! As an Engineering Technician (Chemical), you will provide support for the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System, utility metering, and utility management functions to include a utilities water treatment program.

Duties

As an Engineering Technician (Chemical), you will Collect samples from designated sample points and perform analysis in accordance with appropriate testing methods. Perform standard computations and makes minor adjustments as required, to ensure system is operating within designated parameters. Evaluate and interpret data relating to key performance indicators to identify and correct minor deficiencies. Inspect chemicals, materials, and equipment delivered to ensure that they meet specifications. Assist in conducting surveys and inspect facilities to evaluate use patterns and identify maintenance or restoration requirements. Prepare and present inspection summaries and narrative assessments requiring a variety of projection techniques to portray unusual facility conditions.

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.
• This position is an Emergency Essential position. Please see Additional Information section.
• This position is covered by a bargaining unit (union).
• This position has physical requirements, see Additional Information section.
• The selectee must pass a pre-employment medical examination.

Qualifications

To qualify for an Engineering Technician (Chemical) at GS-0802-07 level, you must meet one of the following qualification requirements: A. Have completed one full year of graduate level education in a field of study directly related to the duties of this position. OR B. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: collecting water test samples for analysis by senior facilities operations staff; participating in utilities inspection activities for a facilities maintenance and operation program; ensuring that chemicals, materials, and equipment meet specifications for a facilities operation program; and recording events and conditions of facilities operations in a maintenance log. OR C. Have a combination of education as described in B and specialized experience as described in A that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. To qualify for an Engineering Technician (Chemical) at GS-0802-08 level, you must meet one of the following qualification requirements: A. Have completed two (2) full years of graduate education leading to a master's degree in a field of study directly related to the duties of this position. OR B. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: performing tests on water samples to ensure proper operating parameters of a water treatment system; inspecting water treatment facilities equipment to ensure reliability and functionality; drafting preliminary utilities test summary reports for senior-level staff evaluation; scheduling water utilities system maintenance operations. OR C. Have a combination of education as described in B and specialized experience as described in A that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. 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. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12476938

Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: William Bryan
• Phone: 301-435-3660
• Email: [email protected]