Engineering Technician (Mechanical)

United States Army Installation Management Command • Fort Wainwright, AK

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About The Position

Serve as a project technician on energy, renewable, and water projects. Assist with research, analysis, and development of programs and policies related to installation public awareness, energy and water conservation, energy-related maintenance, and applicable major construction projects. Provide technical and administrative support for planning, design, review, and monitoring activities involving energy and water systems and projects.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience assisting in the testing and evaluation of items, systems, and equipment associated with environmental or energy conservation systems.
• Experience analyzing energy data to ensure conservation methods and policies are effective.
• Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-10).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state-issued motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Applicants must meet an eligible employment authority category and provide required proof of eligibility.
• Education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preliminary planning, requirements development, schematic plans, and budgetary cost estimates for energy- and water-related projects leading to detailed engineering design.
• Assist with the design and estimating of complex control systems for new and existing facilities, applying practical engineering knowledge to assess specific requirements.
• Provide technical and administrative assistance and backup on energy and water conservation projects, utility sales and purchases, contracts, and privatization.
• Review proposed maintenance, repair, and new construction projects for energy and water impacts and compatibility with available utility resources.
• Monitor energy and water consumption to ensure compliance with assigned energy targets, utility-company allocations, and available energy resources.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed