- Position Title
- Engineering Technician
- Agency
- Agricultural Research Service
- Announcement Number
- ARS-S20Y-10705562-SC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, February 3, 2020 to Tuesday, February 18, 2020
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
2.
Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
4.
Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below:
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating?
OR
• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
Assessment 1
Your responses to the questions below will be used in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Your resume and application materials must support the level of experience and/or education you claim in this questionnaire. If, after a complete review of your application package, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible for this position.
1.
From the choices below, please select the response that best describes how your experience meets the minimum qualification requirements for this position at the GS-11 level. Your resume must clearly support the response you select or you will be rated as not qualified.
2.
I have provided technical engineering support and input to the following: (Select all that apply)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
I have experience taking notes regarding material and equipment used during construction and the work to still be completed.
4.
Participate in project planning by contributing opinions, alternatives and similar technical expertise while optimizing project financial resources.
5.
I have worked with engineering and architectural methods, procedures, and techniques related to the following: (Select all that apply)
6.
I have served as a subject matter expert and point of contact for companies to assist in the following: (Select all that apply)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Design and draft a plan of work, seeking technical assistance only in unusual circumstances.
8.
Consult with foremen and in-house craftsmen to determine best method of accomplishing project needs.
9.
I have done the following tasks in regards to construction drawings: (Select all that apply)
10.
I have made highly complex and detailed sketches of the following so they are suitable for planning, estimating, and scheduling data: (Select all that apply)
11.
I have used the following computer software: (Select all that apply)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
12.
Design and draft plan of work.
13.
Participate in project planning by contributing opinions, alternatives and similar technical expertise while optimizing project financial resources.
14.
Conduct pre-bid conferences and site visits.
15.
Research alternative methods for project accomplishment from contractors and other sites.
16.
Review cost proposals and make recommendations regarding fair and reasonable costs.
17.
Develop solutions for project changes to accommodate unexpected problems.
18.
Research and resolve unforeseen technical problems during construction.
19.
Review shop drawings and make recommendations regarding the requests of the contractor.
20.
Maintain contact and reports as necessary with contracting officer regarding performance of contractors that may affect the contract performance, cost or time.
21.
I have worked with staff to develop or coordinate the following: (Select all that apply)
22.
I have served as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and Location Coordinator (LC) for assigned projects, including the following: (Select all that apply)
23.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.