Engineering Technician (Utility Instrumentation)
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Position ID:
CPP-2026-302
City:
Washington, District of Columbia
Date Posted:
2026-07-31
Expiration Time:
2026-08-21
Job Type:
This is an Excepted Service position and does not require/ confer Civil Service Competitive Status
Job Category:
Engineering Technical
Salary:
77771 - 133142 PA
Job Summary
The position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), Office of the Chief of Operations, Director, Utilities and Power Plant Operations, Assistant Director, Utility Services Division, Utility Distribution Branch. The incumbent ensures accurate flow measurement, reliable system performance, proper data collection, and integration with facility monitoring systems to support operations, maintenance planning, energy management, utility accounting, and regulatory compliance.
Job Description
You must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) qualification requirements (including specialized experience and educational requirements) for the advertised position. You must meet all eligibility and qualifications requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on the OPM web site at OPM Qualifications Standards Specialized experience: is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Candidates for the GS-10 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower GS-09 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as having the following experience. GS-12 must demonstrate 4 out of 6 skillsets. Demonstrated knowledge of flow measurement technologies, instrumentation systems, and utility distribution infrastructure. 2. Demonstrated knowledge of installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of flow meters and associated instrumentation. 3. Demonstrated knowledge of steam, condensate, chilled water, domestic water, and related utility systems. 4. Demonstrated knowledge of SCADA systems, data acquisition systems, communications protocols, and computerized monitoring systems. 5. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, piping diagrams, instrumentation diagrams, technical specifications, and manufacturer manuals. 6. Ability to analyze technical data, identify equipment deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions. Candidates for the GS-11 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower GS-10 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as having the following experience. GS-12 must demonstrate 5 out of 6 skillsets. Demonstrated knowledge of flow measurement technologies, instrumentation systems, and utility distribution infrastructure. 2. Demonstrated knowledge of installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of flow meters and associated instrumentation. 3. Demonstrated knowledge of steam, condensate, chilled water, domestic water, and related utility systems. 4. Demonstrated knowledge of SCADA systems, data acquisition systems, communications protocols, and computerized monitoring systems. 5. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, piping diagrams, instrumentation diagrams, technical specifications, and manufacturer manuals. 6. Ability to analyze technical data, identify equipment deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions. Candidates for the GS-12 grade level must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as having the following experience. GS-12 must demonstrate 6 out of 6 skillsets. Demonstrated knowledge of flow measurement technologies, instrumentation systems, and utility distribution infrastructure. 2. Demonstrated knowledge of installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of flow meters and associated instrumentation. 3. Demonstrated knowledge of steam, condensate, chilled water, domestic water, and related utility systems. 4. Demonstrated knowledge of SCADA systems, data acquisition systems, communications protocols, and computerized monitoring systems. 5. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, piping diagrams, instrumentation diagrams, technical specifications, and manufacturer manuals. 6. Ability to analyze technical data, identify equipment deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions. A valid D.C. or State motor vehicle operator's license.