Summary
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. To perform inspections on a variety of complicated structures involving difficult and complex construction; or inspections of a major segment of a difficult and complex project involving sophisticated mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems and equipment.
Responsibilities
Performs inspection and surveillance of difficult and complex construction projects. Ensures contractor compliance with approved plans and specification for various construction contracts. Performs duties as a technical consultant to the contracting office and engineering flight. Recommends technical changes to plans/specifications due to field conditions or safety requirements. Performs duties related to inspection of equipment and materials.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Technical and Medical Support Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade (GS-05 to GS-08) or equivalent in the Federal Service. Examples of specialized experience include practical knowledge of construction inspection practices and procedures involved in the inspection of building materials, workmanship, utilities, and the installation of systems; and the practical methods and techniques of engineering principles relating to complex construction practices and procedures; knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of major construction projects; knowledge of inspection and safety practices and procedures in the construction industry; knowledge of engineering and architectural plans and specifications to read and interpret construction requirements; knowledge of construction trades, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of construction inspection practices and procedures involved in the inspection of building materials, workmanship, utilities, and the installation of systems; and the practical methods and techniques of engineering principles relating to complex construction practices and procedures. 2. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of major construction projects. 3. Knowledge of inspection and safety practices and procedures in the construction industry. 4. Knowledge of engineering and architectural plans and specifications to read and interpret construction requirements. 5. Knowledge of construction trades, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.