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US Army Corps of Engineers · 2 hours ago

Engineering Technician (Civil) GS-0802-5/6/7/8/9 (42143)

Port Allen, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

The US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking an Engineering Technician (Civil) to join their Mississippi Valley Division in Port Allen, LA. The role involves conducting hydrographic surveys and analyzing channel conditions, utilizing advanced surveying equipment and techniques to ensure safe navigation in waterways.

Civil EngineeringConstructionMilitaryRecreation

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Independently conducts surveys of the district's navigation channels to locate shoaling channel deficiencies, sunken vessels or obstructions that may interfere with use of the waterway

Directs the use of equipment, vessels, and personnel to gather information on channel conditions

Conduct hydrographic surveys, performing a variety of duties required to survey channels, harbors, rivers, and adjacent topography

Employee utilizes highly technical, state of the art computerized survey equipment situated on trailer-able survey boats, and ocean-going survey vessels up to 65 feet in length

Investigates underwater channel obstructions following marine accidents and provides reports on conditions and impact to navigation

Obtains necessary hydrographic survey information on channel conditions

Analyzes and provides technical interpretation of raw survey data

Operates a gasoline-powered motorboat up to 26 feet in length, engaged in making hydrographic and reconnaissance surveys, channel condition inspections, and pre- and post-dredging surveys

Qualification

Hydrographic surveyingSurveying techniquesData analysisWindows-based systemsEquipment maintenanceTeamworkCommunicationProblem-solvingAttention to detail

Required

One year of specialized experience which includes 1) assisting with preventative equipment maintenance; OR 2) assisting with field surveys for GS-05

One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) coordinating preventative maintenance and safety of equipment; OR 2) using surveying techniques and guidelines for GS-06

One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) coordinating preventative maintenance and safety of equipment; AND 2) using surveying techniques and guidelines; AND 3) working in a team environment for GS-07

One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Using surveying techniques and guidelines; 2) analyzing and interpreting field data results; AND 3) using Windows-based data acquisition and editing systems, such as Hypack Software for GS-08

One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Using hydrographic surveying techniques and guidelines; 2) operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining a wide range of field surveying instruments; AND 3) coordinating hydrographic survey operations for GS-09

Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration

All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship

A one-year trial/probationary period may be required

Direct Deposit of Pay is required

Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from the Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement

Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement

Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest

Management may select at any of the grade levels announced

Promotion is never automatic. Promotion is based on the recommendation by the supervisor that the employee meets all necessary qualification requirements for promotion, is performing the full scope of the major duties, and is functioning under the supervisory controls as stated in the target job description

This position has promotion potential to the GS-09

Possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License

Possess or obtain and maintain a valid USACE Boat Operators license or U.S. Coast Guard License within one year of appointment

Drug testing is required for this position

Completion of physicals are required for this position

This position requires working an alternate work schedule of Monday through Thursday (or Tuesday through Friday), 10-hour days, 4 days a week

This position may require travel (TDY) up to 10% of the time