Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Meeker, CO. Information about Meeker and the surrounding area can be found at Visit Meeker We expect to fill 2 vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

Knowledge or principles, specifications, and operational procedures of well-drilling, production of oil and gas, and processes, methods and equipment utilized in onshore exploration and development of oil and gas resources. Ability to effectively work with a variety of specialists. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with a variety of specialists. Solves practical problems by choosing appropriately from a variety of mathematical and statistical techniques. Knowledge of principles, methods, design, and operational procedures and limitations of production equipment and services.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
• If selected for this position, you will be required to annually complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 within 30 days of reporting to duty. You will be required to provide this information annually.
• An applicant appointed to this position must possess (or obtain within 30 days of entrance on duty) and maintain a valid state driver's license while employed in this position.
• May require a one-year probationary period.
• PET POSITIONS ONLY-0802: You must successfully complete the BLM Petroleum Engineering Technician (PET) Certification Program and continue service in the Federal Government for 2 years from the date of obtaining PET certification.
• This is a Bargaining Unit Position.

Qualifications

SELECTIVE FACTORS: Applicants must meet ALL of the following to qualify. Candidates who do not meet this requirement by close of this announcement will receive no further consideration for this position: Must have a valid state driver's license or I am able to obtain one within 30 days of hire. Must be able to operate 4-wheel drive vehicles in order to perform site inspections. In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. Minimum Qualifications for the 0802 Series at the GS-06 for an Engineering Technician (Petroleum): To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education for the respective grade level in which you are applying: Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05 in the federal service performing the following duties: Performs general petroleum engineering technician work involving many phases of drilling and production inspection and enforcement activities. Investigates minor undesirable events. Inspects/witnesses plugging and abandonment of the simplest single hole operations not requiring placement of plugs outside of casing. Prepares reports on all inspections, witnessing, and/or compliance for review. OR Must have completed one full year (18 semester hours) of GRADUATE education directly related to the work of an engineering technician (i.e., major study in engineering or a related field). Note: only graduate education may be used. Official transcripts must be provided to support this OR Must have a combination of work experience and education. I have described this experience in my resume and will submit transcripts before the closing date of this announcement. Minimum Qualifications for the 0802 Series at the GS-07 for an Engineering Technician (Petroleum): To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education for the respective grade level in which you are applying: Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-06 in the federal service performing the following duties: Performs on-site inspections of most phases of oil and gas drilling/work-over operations and associated facilities. Conducts routine production verification inspections to confirm lease production. Investigates minor undesirable events. Inspects/witnesses plugging and abandonment of the simplest single hole operations not requiring placement of plugs outside of casing. Documents problems and recommends corrective action. Prepares reports on all inspections, witnessing, and/or compliance for review. OR Must have completed one full year (18 semester hours) of GRADUATE education directly related to the work of an engineering technician (i.e., major study in engineering or a related field). Note: only graduate education may be used. Official transcripts must be provided to support this OR Must have a combination of work experience and education. I have described this experience in my resume and will submit transcripts before the closing date of this announcement. Minimum Qualifications for the 0802 Series at the GS-08 for an Engineering Technician (Petroleum): To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education for the respective grade level in which you are applying: Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07 in the federal service performing the following duties: Performs increasingly complex and responsible petroleum engineering technician work involving all aspect of drilling and production inspection and enforcement activities. Conducts routine production verification inspections to confirm lease production. Inspects undesirable events, documents and determines cause, remedial action to be taken, and volume loss. Inspects/witnesses plugging and abandonment operations. Documents problems and recommends corrective action. Prepares reports and makes appropriate recommendations. OR Must have completed two full years (36 semester hours) of GRADUATE education directly related to the work of an engineering technician (i.e., major study in engineering or a related field). Note: only graduate education may be used. Official transcripts must be provided to support this OR Must have a combination of work experience and education. I have described this experience in my resume and will submit transcripts before the closing date of this announcement. Minimum Qualifications for the 0802 Series at the GS-09 for an Engineering Technician (Petroleum): To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education for the respective grade level in which you are applying: Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-08 in the federal service performing the following duties: Independently plans and carries out assignments in conformance with accepted policies and practices. Resolves commonly encountered work problems and deviations by exercising judgment in selecting appropriate policies, guidelines, or accepted practices; and brings controversial information and findings to the supervisor's attention for direction. Exercises initiative to seek assistance when unusual, unfamiliar or controversial situations are encountered. Completing or has completed petroleum engineering technician certification. Inspects/witnesses plugging and abandonment operations. Prepares reports and makes appropriate recommendations. OR Must have completed two full years (36 semester hours) of GRADUATE education directly related to the work of an engineering technician (i.e., major study in engineering or a related field). Note: only graduate education may be used. Official transcripts must be provided to support this OR Must have a combination of work experience and education. I have described this experience in my resume and will submit transcripts before the closing date of this announcement. Experience 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 must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: On-site inspection work requires almost continuous physical activity. Most of the on-site inspection time is spent walking, standing, crouching, and climbing. In climbing up and down ladders and steep stairways, the PET is protected from falls only by firmly grasping on ladder rungs and hand railings. The PET may be required to hike into unusually rugged areas to inspect abandoned sites. PETs are subject to call 24 hours a day and may be required to work long non-stop tours-of-duty, occasionally in excess of thirty (30) hours. Work Environment: Much of the work is at field locations where it is necessary to wear appropriate safety equipment. The incumbent must walk under and around heavy derrick and hoisting equipment and piping and around other potentially hazardous operating equipment. Work environment involves exposure to extreme weather conditions, hostile flora and fauna, hazardous explosive fumes, poisonous gasses, toxic chemicals, high frequency noises, high-pressure and high temperature equipment, detonating devices, and moving machinery.

Education

If using education to qualify, you must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. See Required Documents section for more information.

Contacts

• Address BLM Colorado State Office Denver Federal Center Building 40 Lakewood, CO 80225 US
• Name: BLM CO HR
• Email: [email protected]