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Engineering Technician

U.S. Coast Guard · Posted 1 days ago

On-siteNorfolk, VA$91K – $118KApply by Jun 4, 2026Engineering TechnicalESTJESTPISFPISTPTrades
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About the Role

This vacancy is for a GS-0802-12, Engineering Technician located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, OPERATING LOCATION-SFLC WMEC PROGRAM DEPOT MAINT BRANCH-NORFOLK VA in NORFOLK, Virginia.

What You'll Do

  • You will serve as an Engineering Technician and be responsible for determining the structural, mechanical, and electrical condition of vessels, and taking required action to maintain their long term reliability. .
  • Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.
  • Typical work assignments include: Supervising contractual specification and development covering major repairs and maintenance of the vessel class.
  • Preparing detailed audits and cost estimates on repairs for alterations and recommendations and/or alternate suggestions on bid prices.
  • Evaluating maintenance and repair objectives and identifies the most economical and efficient procedures for project accomplishment considering all influences.
  • Coordinating with engineers and naval architects to ensure coverage of all technical area, receives overlapping intra-disciplinary responsibilities concerning attention to design project objectives.
  • Furnishing technical advice to vessel crews and port engineers, peers, and superiors on possible solutions to specific engineering problems.
  • Preparing correspondence, technical reports, estimates, fact sheets, status reports, and schedules as required to complete project developments.
  • Maintaining contact with contractors, manufacturers and unit representatives to maintain equipment manufacturers and suppliers, find sources and technical information on specialized equipment.
  • Evaluating technical data on materials, equipment, drawings, proposals for modifications and additions to review for technical feasibility, adequacy, and compliance with specifications.
  • Assisting in administering maintenance and repair contracts by conferring with contractors and contracting officer's reps to resolve complex and unforeseen issues.
  • Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.
  • Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.
  • Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis.

Requirements

  • All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
  • Do NOT include the following types of information in your resume: Social Security Number (SSN) Date of Birth (DOB) Photos of yourself (if included on your resume you will not be considered for this position) Personal information: such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
  • Key Requirements: Must be a U.S.
  • Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service.
  • See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy.
  • To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation.
  • This position requires a public trust clearance.
  • This is not a Bargaining Unit position.
  • Selectee must be able to obtain/maintain a valid state driver's license.
  • Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy.
  • All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.
  • The Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.
  • If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule, C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Benefits

  • DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.
  • Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.
  • DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities.
  • For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Personality Fit

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Job ID: 40c48fdd-e366-4357-b70c-563dda14fb17

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