What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Technician, Civil (PSO) A - 518313 position at Tennessee Valley Authority?
External - Posting Description
Design Technician, Civil (PSO) A - 518313
Organization: Transmission
Department: Survey Products
Work Location: Chattanooga, TN
Relocation: Relocation is not offered for this position.
Posting Open: 04/01/2026
Posting Close: 04/12/2026 11:59 PM
Salary: Competitive
Job Summary
Entry level Civil Engineering Design Technician performing productive routine, standard functions following strict procedures and standard methods under normal conditions. Provides technical, information technology and programmatic support to the engineering and design functions associated with the site development, structural or transmission line engineering. Performs routine, standard test, analyses, or experiments, collecting data manually or using information technology and maintains records in an appropriate reporting format.
Skills And Proficiencies (May Be Job Or Organization Specific)
General knowledge and ability to utilize basic civil engineering technology principles including survey, grading and earthwork, line design and structural design.
Minimum Qualifications (Consistent With Classification Standard)
Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements
Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering Technology , Surveying, Cad/Cam Technology or equivalent in directly related appropriate educational training supported by certificates and experience plus continuing education. Incumbent may be required to be medically qualified and willing to work in the field and climb structures performing design or storm damage related inspections and developing temporary facilities using available material.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
Design Technician, Civil (PSO) A - 518313
Organization: Transmission
Department: Survey Products
Work Location: Chattanooga, TN
Relocation: Relocation is not offered for this position.
Posting Open: 04/01/2026
Posting Close: 04/12/2026 11:59 PM
Salary: Competitive
Job Summary
Entry level Civil Engineering Design Technician performing productive routine, standard functions following strict procedures and standard methods under normal conditions. Provides technical, information technology and programmatic support to the engineering and design functions associated with the site development, structural or transmission line engineering. Performs routine, standard test, analyses, or experiments, collecting data manually or using information technology and maintains records in an appropriate reporting format.
Skills And Proficiencies (May Be Job Or Organization Specific)
General knowledge and ability to utilize basic civil engineering technology principles including survey, grading and earthwork, line design and structural design.
Minimum Qualifications (Consistent With Classification Standard)
Education and Experience/Certificates, Licenses, and Registration Requirements/Other Requirements
Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering Technology , Surveying, Cad/Cam Technology or equivalent in directly related appropriate educational training supported by certificates and experience plus continuing education. Incumbent may be required to be medically qualified and willing to work in the field and climb structures performing design or storm damage related inspections and developing temporary facilities using available material.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
- Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
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