US Army Corps of Engineers
Engineering Technician (Civil), GS-0802-7/8/9/10/11 (31926)
US Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla, Washington, United States
Position Overview
The Walla Walla District US Army Corps of Engineers helps manage local water resources for navigation, flood damage reduction, disaster assistance, hydroelectric power generation, and other natural and heritage areas.
Duties
Serve as the Geospatial Technician (Survey) for the Walla Walla District.
Perform Surveying and Mapping services.
Utilize Computer‑Aided Design (CAD), Building Information Modeling (BIM), advanced modeling, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Create contract specifications, Architect‑Engineer (A‑E) service contracts, contract drawings, scope of work, government estimates, negotiate contracts, and conduct field data collection and reduction.
Support large, multi‑functional civil works projects during the planning, design, construction, and operation phases.
Surveying licensure and/or training is highly desirable and should be mentioned within resume if attained (e.g., Land Surveyor Intern (LSI), Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT), surveying related education or training).
Conditions of Employment
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Incumbent must possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver’s License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions.
Requires a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% of the time.
Will be required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Work involves regular field work with physical exertion.
Exposure to hazards and conditions at construction sites or large hydropower projects is regular and recurring.
Must submit a copy of transcripts with application package if qualifying based on education.
Qualifications U.S. citizens. Must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience includes paid, unpaid, and volunteer work through National Service programs or other organizations.
Education Foreign education must be evaluated by a private organization that specializes in foreign education interpretation to be deemed equivalent to a U.S. accredited program.
Experience
GS‑07 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience involving learning theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of fundamental surveying of field data collection.
GS‑08 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience applying theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of fundamental surveying of field data collection.
GS‑09 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience applying theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of fundamental surveying, including basic topography or Unmanned Aerial Surveying.
GS‑10 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience applying theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of surveying with an emphasis in topographic surveying or Unmanned Aerial Surveying.
GS‑11 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience applying theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of surveying as they relate to topographic, Unmanned Aerial Surveying techniques, and public land surveying.
Other Requirements
Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (PST) of the posted open date and before 11:59 PM (PST) of the close date.
All positions require the applicant to be a U.S. citizen and to provide proof of citizenship.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must register for Selective Service.
Selection is subject to restrictions from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
Trial or probationary period may be required.
Direct deposit of pay is required.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement/requisition.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Salary Range: $49,960 – $96,116.
Management may select at any of the grade levels announced.
Non‑competitive promotion potential to the target grade.
Must be able to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
Position is eligible for situational telework.
Position is covered under the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) Bargaining Unit.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factor.
To learn more, visit the Office of Equal Opportunity at https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants.
Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. Requests are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis during the application and hiring process, or while on the job.
Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $49,960 – $96,116, including locality pay or a Local Market Supplement.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Duties
Serve as the Geospatial Technician (Survey) for the Walla Walla District.
Perform Surveying and Mapping services.
Utilize Computer‑Aided Design (CAD), Building Information Modeling (BIM), advanced modeling, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Create contract specifications, Architect‑Engineer (A‑E) service contracts, contract drawings, scope of work, government estimates, negotiate contracts, and conduct field data collection and reduction.
Support large, multi‑functional civil works projects during the planning, design, construction, and operation phases.
Surveying licensure and/or training is highly desirable and should be mentioned within resume if attained (e.g., Land Surveyor Intern (LSI), Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT), surveying related education or training).
Conditions of Employment
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Incumbent must possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver’s License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions.
Requires a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 15% of the time.
Will be required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Work involves regular field work with physical exertion.
Exposure to hazards and conditions at construction sites or large hydropower projects is regular and recurring.
Must submit a copy of transcripts with application package if qualifying based on education.
Qualifications U.S. citizens. Must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience includes paid, unpaid, and volunteer work through National Service programs or other organizations.
Education Foreign education must be evaluated by a private organization that specializes in foreign education interpretation to be deemed equivalent to a U.S. accredited program.
Experience
GS‑07 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience involving learning theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of fundamental surveying of field data collection.
GS‑08 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience applying theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of fundamental surveying of field data collection.
GS‑09 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience applying theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of fundamental surveying, including basic topography or Unmanned Aerial Surveying.
GS‑10 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience applying theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of surveying with an emphasis in topographic surveying or Unmanned Aerial Surveying.
GS‑11 Specialist Experience: One year of specialized experience applying theories, principles, concepts, standards, and/or methods of surveying as they relate to topographic, Unmanned Aerial Surveying techniques, and public land surveying.
Other Requirements
Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (PST) of the posted open date and before 11:59 PM (PST) of the close date.
All positions require the applicant to be a U.S. citizen and to provide proof of citizenship.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must register for Selective Service.
Selection is subject to restrictions from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
Trial or probationary period may be required.
Direct deposit of pay is required.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement/requisition.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Salary Range: $49,960 – $96,116.
Management may select at any of the grade levels announced.
Non‑competitive promotion potential to the target grade.
Must be able to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
Position is eligible for situational telework.
Position is covered under the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) Bargaining Unit.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factor.
To learn more, visit the Office of Equal Opportunity at https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants.
Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. Requests are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis during the application and hiring process, or while on the job.
Salary and Benefits Salary Range: $49,960 – $96,116, including locality pay or a Local Market Supplement.
#J-18808-Ljbffr