Title 32 Engineering Technician (Mi Crtc)

***THIS IS A TITLE 32 NATIONAL GUARD POISITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP***

This position is located in Base Civil Engineering Air National Guard Wing/Group Flying Activity. The primary purpose of the position is to provide technical expertise in preparing engineering plans specifications and cost estimates. Additionally the incumbent of this position will conduct preliminary intermediate and final contractual inspections. These activities require application of the basic principles of engineering technology and related disciplines.

Reviews engineering plans and specifications for compliance with federal and state regulations and ensures that design formats comply with applicable guidance. Plans and specifications may be related to such engineering projects as: electrical distribution systems for office buildings facilities and airfields; mechanical utility systems such as heating ventilation air conditioning; alteration rehabilitation and modernization of buildings structures roads streets airfields and appurtenances power and pumping plants; and other projects similar in scope and complexity.

Participates in the construction planning process by investigating proposed projects to obtain field data check existing facilities and utilities if any and to conceptualize the scope of the completed project.

Develops and produces engineering specifications and cost estimates using specification guides engineering handbooks building construction cost data manufacturers publications engineering standards for types of materials fire and safety codes and other published material. Applies knowledge of construction and maintenance practices estimating and short cut methods of construction and installation to provide cost estimates.

Furnishes sketches and layouts supplemented by verbal or written information for preparation of drawings. Considers design from standpoint of structural quality resistance to environmental elements use and suitability to equipment and needs.

Prepares modification/alteration design specifications considering existing structures utilities facilities and other considerations of projects that are not readily apparent. Considers the structural soundness of existing facilities and adequacy of systems to accommodate proposed changes.

Applies a practical knowledge of engineering methods techniques architecture and historical project data to ensure project requirements are complete. Coordinates with professional engineers field specialists safety personnel and journeyman craftsmen to develop specifications and drawings and to provide complete documents which include labor and material estimates.

Conducts construction inspections to ensure contractor compliance with engineering plans specifications contractual obligations and governing laws and regulations.

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Conditions of employment

• AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership please contact a Michigan Air National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Michigan Air National Guard required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the Michigan Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Michigan Air National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
• Must have a valid civilian drivers license.
• 1Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• Position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. Responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements your organization and its changing mission.

Qualifications

In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed giving dates (months and years) of the experience position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Military Grades: E1 - E6

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

Must have 1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level experience education or training with knowledge of basic standard engineering principles methods and practices. Experience reading and interpreting engineering and architectural plans and specifications. Experience planning scheduling and supervising; exercising initiative and sound judgment. Experience using a variety of inspection techniques and practices to determine compliance with plans and specifications.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Engineering technicians may be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies an organization sponsored by the National Society of Professional Engineers. Certification by the Institute will be helpful as a measure of the technicians quality of experience.

MILITARY REQUIREMENT:

For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required.

Military skill set is determined by AFSC/MOS requirements. Upon selection individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS. Specific requirements are found in the references listed below NGB Compatibility tables and your local Personnel section.