Lead Engineering Technician

Full Job Description

Do you have experience installing, repairing, and operating facilities control systems?

If so, please consider joining the Office of the Research Facilities, Division of Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance, Research Triangle Park Facilities Management Branch!

As a Lead Engineering Technician you will oversee the management, operation, and maintenance of equipment and systems related to the operations, construction and repair of buildings, structures and installed systems at NIH facilities.

To quality at the GS-11 level, you must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-10 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Providing technical guidance, direction, and subject-matter expertise on Building Automation System (BAS) electronic control systems to other staff technicians; Developing and implementing structured troubleshooting methodologies to analyze malfunctions and failures within electronic control systems; Evaluating system trends, alarms, and performance data to identify root causes and implement corrective solutions that minimize BAS downtime and improve overall system reliability; and Ensuring BAS repairs are completed in accordance with manufacturer specifications, engineering standards, and facility operational requirements.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire.

Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time.

Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy.

Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time.

Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12913109 Major Duties:

• Independently develop, test, and implement methods for evaluating, analyzing, and correcting facilities control systems malfunctions to return the system to automatic operation and energy efficiency.
• Inspect contractor installed projects for automated controls systems, fire systems, physical access systems, air handlers and pumps, etc.
• Develop and implement service and maintenance schedules and procedures for the systems and associated components based on a comprehensive knowledge of operating principles, trade practice, and manufacturer's recommendations.
• Instruct and follow established rules and regulations and maintain a safe, clean, and secure work environment.
• Serve as the technical expert in the field of Automated Equipment Controls, Fire Alarm and Security Systems, HVAC/Pneumatic Controls, Electronics, and Building Management Computers and related equipment, providing guidance to staff and contractors.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities with customers assuring work is completed.
• Perform typical team leader functions, including: distributing and balancing the workload among employees in accordance with established work flow or job specialization, and assuring timely accomplishment of the assigned workload.