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Engineering Technician

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers · Department of the Army

This job in plain English

This job is an Engineering Technician position with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Norfolk, Virginia. The work supports the Survey Section by collecting and checking land and water survey data for engineering projects. It is a full-time permanent job with one vacancy, filled through Direct Hire Authority, and it includes some travel.

Telework eligible1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Only U.S. citizens, nationals, or people who owe allegiance to the U.S. can apply. You must give proof of U.S. citizenship.

What you would do

  • Support real-time collection of hydrographic, topographic, and geodetic survey data
  • Give technical direction on survey data used in plans, designs, and contractor quality checks
  • Serve as, or assist, the Contracting Officer's Representative for survey task orders
  • Produce survey products using CADD, HYPACK, and geographic information system software
  • Train and mentor lower-grade engineers and technicians in surveying and related software

Do you qualify for GS-9 (up to GS-12)?

With experience: You need 1 year of specialized experience at the GS-8 level. This means collecting topographic or hydrographic surveys in different conditions, checking that surveys are accurate, and planning survey procedures.

With education: Education cannot replace experience at this grade.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Valid state driver's license
  • Job-related license or certification (the announcement does not name the type, but a copy must be submitted)

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume, two pages or less, showing employer, job title, start and end dates (month and year), hours per week, and duties
  • Copy of your job-related license or certification
  • Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration (men born after 1959)
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship
  • Most recent performance appraisal, if applicable
  • Cover letter (optional)

How you will be rated: Your application package, including your resume, questionnaire answers, and supporting documents, is reviewed against the qualifications. Ranking is based on evaluation criteria such as survey data experience, data analysis, writing scopes of work and cost estimates, communication, and overseeing others' work. If you inflate your qualifications or leave out required information, you may be rated ineligible or lose consideration.

Tips for this job:

  • Your resume must be two pages or less and must show hours per week for each job, or it may be marked incomplete.
  • Upload a copy of your job-related license or certification, or you will be rated ineligible.
  • Education cannot replace experience, so describe your hands-on survey work clearly in your resume.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Occasional travel, about 10% of the year (temporary duty travel).

Conditions of employment:

  • Suitability or fitness determination after a background investigation
  • Enrolled in the Hearing Conservation Program with hearing tests before hire, yearly, and before leaving
  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license
  • Outdoor work, standing, climbing, and walking through rugged terrain
  • Travel up to 10% of the year
  • Must follow Army safety rules and standards
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete Selective Service registration certification
  • 1-year probationary period
  • Direct deposit of pay is required
  • Selection may be limited by the Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship required

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$70,623 – $91,815 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS-9 (up to GS-12) · General Schedule
Location
Norfolk, Virginia
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
1
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Engineering Technical (0802)
Announcement
CERD - 26 - 13105105 - DHA

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