What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENGINEERING TECHNICAN position at Lower Colorado Basin?
Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a ENGINEERING TECHNICAN. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.
Duty Location: Lower Colorado Dams Office, Parker Dam Field Division located at the Parker Dam.
To qualify at the GS-11, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-10 level in federal service having demonstrated experience performing the following: 1) Utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent software to develop engineering drawings 2) Reviewing statements of work, construction schedules, and contractor payment requests; 3) Conducting pre-award activities to ensure contractor work meets requirements and standards; AND 4) preparing change orders, modifications, or technical review of claims, and preparing cost estimates.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Selective Placement Factor: This position requires a current, valid Driver's License. Failure to provide proof of such license will cause you to be rated ineligible for this position.
You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors if applicable, by 06/17/2026.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.
Duty Location: Lower Colorado Dams Office, Parker Dam Field Division located at the Parker Dam.
Qualifications:
In order to be rated as qualified for this position, the HR Office must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement - this information must be clearly supported in the resume.To qualify at the GS-11, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-10 level in federal service having demonstrated experience performing the following: 1) Utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent software to develop engineering drawings 2) Reviewing statements of work, construction schedules, and contractor payment requests; 3) Conducting pre-award activities to ensure contractor work meets requirements and standards; AND 4) preparing change orders, modifications, or technical review of claims, and preparing cost estimates.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Selective Placement Factor: This position requires a current, valid Driver's License. Failure to provide proof of such license will cause you to be rated ineligible for this position.
You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors if applicable, by 06/17/2026.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.
Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement.
Responsibilities:
The Engineering Technician serves as the primary source for computer-aided design (CAD) for the Lower Colorado Dams Office, Parker Dam Division, and is responsible for reviewing designs for compliance with current industry practices and ensuring that designs fit field conditions.
- Develops, prepares, and/or reviews plans, specifications, and cost estimates for construction and proposed or ongoing projects.
- Reviews designs for compliance with current industry practices and ensures they fit field conditions; recommends modifications when issues are identified.
- Utilizes automated engineering drafting and design systems and applications.
- Uses a variety of contracting processes to provide engineering oversight for construction, architectural, or engineering contracts.
- Validates data used in and loaded into electronic or automated design and records management applications, and provides technical oversight to ensure data integrity.
Salary : $87,061