Civil Eng Tech 3

First Tek, Inc.

Vancouver, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Adobe Flash, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Asset Management, Bentley MicroStation, Billing, Budgeting, C Programming Language, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Capital Project, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Conferences, Construction, Construction Projects, Construction Support, Consulting, Contract Management, Customer Support/Service, Database Administration, Datasheets, Design Document, Document Control, Document Management, Documentation, Driver's License, Electrical Utility, Emergency Response, Emergency Services, Engineering Drawing, Ergonomics, Federal Contracts, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fiber Optic Cable, Fiber Optics, First Aid, Government, Hand Tools, Hazard Analysis, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High Voltage (HV), IRC (Internet Relay Chat), Interpret Regulations, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Material Moving, Mathematics, Microsoft SharePoint, Negotiation Skills, Optical Transceivers, Organizational Development/Management, Performance Reviews, Policy Development, Power Plant, Power Transmission, Procedure Development, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Product Reviews, Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Project Evaluation, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Submissions, Reimbursement, Requirements Management, Resource Management, Risk, Risk Management, Safety Systems, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Seminars, Staff Training, Statement of Work (SOW), Surveillance, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Training/Teaching, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Vehicle Driving, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Wireless Communications, Wireless Facilities

LOCATION

Vancouver, WA

POSTED

2 days ago

API_CivEngTech3_TELP - 20260701 - CORA.docx

*** | SUPPLEMENTAL LABOR MANAGEMENT OFFICE

ADDITIONAL PROCUREMENT INFORMATION (API)

Title & Level

Civil Engineering Technician 3 Transmission Lines

Work Group Location

Vancouver, WA

Specialty

Transmission Line, Fiber, and Wireless Engineering Technician

Offsite Work Eligibility*

Routine Telework Eligible

Organization

TELP

Number of Days Onsite

2 days per week

Hours

Full-Time, up to 40 hours

Additional Information

Additional onsite days may be required based on training / project / workload needs or as requested

Overtime

15% anticipated

On-Call

No

Travel

Up to 15% for site visits or field training

FN Status

NOT open to Foreign Nationals

* Current telework, remote work and onsite support is based on BPA s business needs and is subject to change or termination at any time.

OVERVIEW

Assignment

This contract assignment will provide experienced, technical, organizational and design support to the Transmission Project Engineering Group (TELP) at the *** (BPA). Work associated with this assignment will be directly related to scope and design projects for transmission lines, fiber-optic cable, and wireless installations. Work also includes providing support for the system of naming and design documents and records associated with those facilities.

Organization

Transmission Project Engineering (TELP) provides project engineering leadership, analysis, and expertise associated with the engineering and design of BPA transmission lines, fiber optics lines and related projects, as well as some direct project management, COR duties, and support during construction. Specific areas of responsibility include new transmission lines and fiber optics line construction projects, transmission line upgrades, asset management support, maintenance support, customer service projects, modifications of existing transmission line and fiber optics line facilities, BPA s wireless program and direct support to its planning, engineering, and maintenance functions. In addition, leads the scoping and project planning for all transmission lines and fiber optics lines projects; and participates on BPA s facilities naming committee. Additional services include emergency responses to transmission line or fiber optic line failures and the expertise to assist maintenance to get the transmission line or fiber optic line back in operation.

ASSIGNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Note: All official drafts, documents and recommendations, as listed below, must be reviewed, finalized and approved / accepted by appropriate BPA manager or other federal personnel with the authority to do so.

Design, Drafting, and CAD Engineering:

Execute complex designs and drafting

Perform design, drafting, and revision work for complex capital transmission projects and fiber-optic systems (including but not limited to structure lists, phasing diagrams, one-line diagrams, site data sheets, site specific drawings, fiber-optic cable splice diagrams) using MicroStation CAD, adapting standard designs or producing custom layouts as needed.

Compile Final Design Packages:

Perform design work for complex capital projects based on analysis of engineering and design requirements, project parameters, and technical information.

Complete and produce comprehensive final design packages including detailed design drawings and supporting docs for BPA manager approval.

Quality Assurance, Standards, and Compliance

Support Compliance Reviews:

Review material, equipment, and customer-submitted drawings (from internal engineering, A&E contractors, and utility customers) to ensure alignment with BPA and industry technical specifications, submitting compliance findings to a federal employee (BFTE) for final determination and approval.

Administer Naming Policies:

As a team member of the Naming Committee, assist in the drafting of official design and line naming memos for transmission facilities.

Verify compliance with the Transmission Facilities Naming Policy.

Maintain contracted design submittals, support the development of submittal processes, and draft approved line-naming memos to ensure strict compliance with official Facilities Naming Policies.

Maintain and Propose Drafting Standards:

Create proposals for, modify, and maintain departmental drafting standards while providing specialized technical expertise to support division-wide drafting standardization efforts subject to final federal approval.

Document Control and Database Management

Process and Stage Engineering Records:

Receive, process, and attribute incoming transmission and fiber optic design files (phasing diagrams, one-lines, structure lists, site data sheets, fiber installation sheets, meter mark light path data, and other project engineering specific drawings).

Maintain electronic and paper repositories (such as ProjectWise and SharePoint) to store, track, and index diagrams to facilitate federal archiving.

Digitize and Archive Legacy Systems:

Convert legacy paper design drawings into digital formats using MicroStation CAD, gather, tabulate, and archive legacy system data into ProjectWise for federal verification and permanent archiving.

Project Coordination, Support, and Training

Coordinate Post-Construction:

Process as-built data to post-construction drawing revisions, submitting them for federal review and approval before finalization.

Close out associated ProjectWise folders under federal oversight.

Deliver Training & Technical Support:

Provide day-to-day technical support to design staff, contractors, and technicians.

Assist in facilitating design activities.

Create and deliver training materials (including presentations, reports, Power Points and manuals) to teach new hires and field personnel how to navigate systems and retrieve design data from ProjectWise, ensuring all training materials are reviewed and approved by a federal employee prior to delivery.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)

A degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, or a closely related field is preferred.

With a Bachelor s degree in an applicable field, 6 years of experience is required.

With an Associate s degree in an applicable field, 8 years of experience is required.

Without an applicable degree, 10 years of experience is required.

Experience must include specific engineering technician experience and demonstrate a wide range of project tasks, as well as exercising a comprehensive degree of creativity and latitude, with increased accountability for results and level of difficulty of tasks.

Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)

5+ years experience in MicroStation CAD platform or similar program and associated add-on products.

5+ years experience maintaining ProjectWise or similar document management software.

Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)

Experience in Electric Utility sector with an emphasis on structural design.

Knowledge of DOE, BPA, NERC, FERC, and other regulatory agency policies, standards, directives, codes and guidelines applicable to public electric utilities, power plants, and transmission systems to carry out a wide range of civil engineering technician assignments associated with transmission line, fiber-optic, and wireless facilities design and analysis.

Additional Requirements (not required on matrix)

Valid U.S. Driver s License is required.

First Aid/AED/CPR Certification required within 30 days of assignment start. Worker/Employer is responsible for maintaining current certification.

PPE Requirements

White Hard Hat

Eye Protection

Footwear: ASTM F 2413-11 with an EH Rating or ASTM F2413-18 with an I/C/EH Rating. Footwear must lace up over the ankle and have a rigid sole and heel. The exterior of the boot must be made entirely of natural materials (all leather or leather and rubber combination) to conform to Arc-Flash requirements.

Electrical and Arc-Flash protective clothing and PPE as required by OSHA and consistent with BPA Safety and Health Policy for work on or near an energized facility.

User Type:

Rare: Intended for workers who will work less than 5 days per month in substations or around energized electrical equipment.

Additional PPE required by State or Federal OSHA for the work being performed. Refer to Ad-hoc PPE Requirement Appendices.

Hazards & Risks

Assignment requires occasional walking on uneven terrain and occasional site visits to construction sites or warehouses.

Assignment also requires normal office place hazards

Appendices

The following appendices apply to this assignment and may be downloaded from the Fieldglass Reference Library:

Arc Flash PPE Requirements

Offsite Work

Training Expectations (Worker is expected to keep current on the latest technologies and skills required for the assignment.)

Training Type

Details

Provided by

Shock & Arc Flash Awareness Training with Refresher

2 hours

BPA

Attendance at all conferences, workshops, training, etc. must be pre-approved by SLMO. Requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Approval is subject to the most current guidance provided to SLMO by BPA or DOE and is subject to change at any time. SLMO reserves the right to negotiate attendance on billable/non-billable hours and reimbursement of travel costs with the supplier. Reimbursable travel costs must adhere to the Federal Travel Regulations and be submitted via an expense sheet in Fieldglass.

CLOSELY ASSOCIATED RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIRED ASSOCIATED MITIGATION MEASURES

The following is a list of potential inherently governmental risk areas and the measures that SLMO-Compliance has determined must be in place, via processes and procedures, to mitigate the associated risks. The BPA manager s acceptance of the API or CWSD serves as their attestation that all applicable mitigation measures listed below are or will be established and adhered to in their organization.

Area of potential Closely Associated / Inherently Government function

Mitigation Measures

Access to Confidential / Sensitive Information

CFTE must sign NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreements) at beginning of assignments. (Does not apply to Craft assignments)

CFTE must complete annual Information Security and Privacy Awareness training.

CFTE must complete and pass background investigations of an appropriate level.

Acquisition Planning / Source Selection

CFTE are not permitted to serve as voting members for acquisition selections.

All purchasing decisions must be made by appropriate federal personnel (Contracting Officers).

All acquisition documents (requirements,
SOW s, evaluation criteria, etc.) must be reviewed, finalized and approved by appropriate BPA federal personnel.

Only Contracting Officers are authorized to obligate BPA funds.

Agency / Org Planning

All drafts, documents, materials and recommendations must be reviewed, finalized and approved by appropriate BPA federal personnel.

Budget / Finance Prep

Only Federal Employees may determine budget priorities & allocations.

BFTE must control and finalize / approve all budgets and related documentation, including that for projects, programs and Organizations.

Contract Management

All Contractual documents, including invoices must be finalized / approved by appropriate Federal personnel.

All contract-related decisions (modifications, changes, performance) must be determined by appropriate federal personnel (COs).

Decision Making

CFTE may provide input and recommendations to decision-makers.

Only appropriate federal personnel may make decisions which obligate BPA resources or to a specific course of action.

Direction & Control
(directing BFTE)

CFTE are not permitted to direct the actions of federal employees (BFTE) or have any control or input into their performance.

Work of BFTE must be assigned by federal manager, supervisor, Program / Resource manager or another appropriate designee.

Disposing Govt. Property

All decisions regarding the disposal of BPA property must be made by appropriate federal personnel; and all property dispositions must be directed and controlled by the Investment Recovery Center (IRC).

Dissemination of Agency/Policy Information / Training

All training and any information that is to be disseminated must be either 1) per established policy, process, procedure, or practice; or, 2) reviewed, finalized and approved by appropriate BPA federal personnel.

Inspection / IT Testing

Processes and procedures must ensure Federal personnel review inspection findings and CFTE recommendations before acceptance or rejection of material(s) / item(s).

HR Support

CFTE may assist with HR functions per established procedures, processes and guidelines (e.g., timekeeping).

All work products must be reviewed and finalized by appropriate federal employees.

Policy Development

BPA s process for Policy development includes multiple levels of federal review prior to acceptance / adoption.

Interpretation of Policy/Regulations

Only BPA federal employees may determine the applicability and interpretation of regulations.

CFTE are not permitted to interpret regulations for or on behalf of BPA. Regulations are interpreted by federal personnel and communicated via standards, guides, policies and processes.

Representing BPA

Contract workers are required to identify themselves and their employer in signature blocks, in introductions and have a nameplate outside their cubicle.

CFTE must receive written VP approval to represent BPA at outside events, such as workshops, seminars or conferences.

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CFTE NON-CRAFT HIRING SAFETY TRAINING MATRIX

CONTRACT FULL TIME EQUIVALENT (CFTE)

NON-CRAFT HIRING SAFETY TRAINING MATRIX

Purpose:

The Contract Full Time Equivalent (CFTE) Hiring Safety Training Matrix is a hazard assessment for CFTE personnel routine tasks. It is intended to set a common understanding on training requirements between the CFTE personnel and the *** (BPA) managers/supervisors. BPA Requesting Managers should complete this form and coordinate with BPA Supplemental Labor Office during the procurement process to ensure the CFTE position includes a list of required trainings associated with identified tasks, conditions, and exposures. Each task, condition, and exposure indicate which training courses are required, who shall provide those trainings, and when those trainings shall occur.

This form is intended only as a reference document for contractors.

BPA Requesting Manager

(Last, First MI)

Lovell, Myra

Date

5/28/2026

CFTE Job Title

Civil Eng Tech 3

Org

TELP

PPE provided by Supplier or Contractor?

Yes No

If yes, list required PPE: Hard hat, eye protection, boots, and arc flash gear that meets BPA standards

Identify which Supplier or Contractor medical surveillance programs are required, if any*

Respirator User

Asbestos

Lead

Silica

Hearing Conservation

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No Medical Surveillance

*BPA Requesting Managers may use equivalent Job Title Position Hazard Assessments or project Job Hazard Analyses as indicators for which medical surveillance programs may be required. Direct any questions regarding medical surveillance program requirements to the BPA Industrial Hygienist, ***, or ***.

Instructions for BPA Requesting Manager: This template has been pre-populated with tasks and hazards generally associated with CFTE non-craft positions. BPA Requesting Managers must review this document during the CFTE procurement process. The BPA Requesting Manager will:

Select the checkbox next to each task/condition/exposure that may be encountered during the normal course of the assignment.

Identify if the mitigation for applicable tasks/conditions/exposures will be provided by BPA or the Contractor (supplier).

Indicate when the mitigation must occur (pre-hire, post-hire, pre-task).

Pre-Hire Training should be completed prior to the CFTE starting their assignment.

Post-Hire training should be completed prior to exposure to a hazardous environment and/or conducting work at a BPA worksite.

Pre-Task Training should be completed prior to conducting the associated task.

Once complete, the BPA Requesting Manager will send the completed document to the Supplemental Labor Management Office.

The listed tasks, conditions, and exposures are not all inclusive. New processes, unusual tasks, or equipment may trigger the need for specialized training. Consult with your local Safety Manager or BPA Safety Training Manager for guidance.

BPA provided safety training will be the same training provided to Federal Workers.

For the General Comments section, BPA Requesting Managers can list anything that was not already covered and provide clarification to the BPA COR to better understand the CFTE position. It may include tasks, conditions, and/or exposures that are unique to a particular position, work site, or person.

For more information on the PHA process/requirement, reference the Safety and Occupational Health Manual, Safety Management Systems Chapter.

Direct any questions regarding training requirements or issues related to this form to the BPA Safety Training Manager, ***, or ***.

Office & Remote Work/Telework Hazards

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

Exposed to a fire in the building

BPA manager will advise of evacuation protocol and designated gathering location. Annual fire drills will be conducted.

B

Exposed to an earthquake while in the building

BPA manager will advise of evacuation protocol and designated gathering location.

B

Operating office tools (paper cutter, paper punch, staplers, etc.)

None Identified

B

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

Performing tasks that may result in repetitive motion injuries, prolonged sitting and computer use

Optional: SUFS Move Safe (HRMIS 016633)

B

Ergonomics

Recognize the hazards and know when it is appropriate to stretch and take breaks; ensure a proper desk, chair, and equipment adjusted at the appropriate level; ensure proper lighting. Any ergonomic assessment to be provided by the supplier.

C

Performing tasks that may result in slips, trips or falls such as carrying boxes and walking on stairs or slick surfaces

Review SOHM Chapter 9

B

Optional: Slips, Trips & Falls Training (HRMIS 015076)

B

Adding electronic devices that were not previously part of the home (monitors, chargers, computing equipment, etc.)

None Identified. On-the-job familiarization (if using BPA-issued equipment).

C

Travel / Field Operation Hazards

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

Driving vehicles on public and/or non-public roads

Review SOHM Chapter 19

B

Defensive/Distracted Driving (HRMIS 017057)

B

Worker operates forklifts

Forklift Certification

Choose an item.

Worker operates a fire extinguisher

Fire Extinguisher Use

Choose an item.

Worker operates hand tools

None Identified

Choose an item.

Worker uses personal protective equipment

Personal Protective Equipment

C

Worker may be exposed to shock and arc-flash hazard

Shock & Arc Flash Awareness

B

Shock & Arc Flash Basic

Choose an item.

Shock & Arc Flash Advanced / Refresher

Choose an item.

Worker may contact but will not disturb Asbestos Containing Material (ACM) or Potentially Asbestos Containing Material (PACM) 2

Asbestos Awareness

Choose an item.

Worker required to work in remote areas where bear encounters may take place

Bear Pepper Spray Training

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to rodent and bird droppings1

Biological/Vermin/Hanta Virus

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to hot and/or cold environments

None Identified

Choose an item.

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

Worker exposed to chemicals, such as herbicides or pesticides;

Herbicide Cert. Ref. 4-hr

Choose an item.

Herb Certification 8-hr

Choose an item.

Hazardous Communication

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to lead2

Lead Awareness

Choose an item.

Lead Worker Training

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to mercury

None Identified

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to noise2

Hearing Conservation (Initial)

Hearing Conservation (Annual)

Choose an item.

Worker exposed to silica2

Silica - Awareness

Choose an item.

Worker works at heights higher than 4

Fall Protection, Awareness

Choose an item.

Fall Protection, General

Choose an item.

Fall Protection, Advanced

Choose an item.

Ladder Safety

Choose an item.

Fall Protection, Advanced (TLM)

Choose an item.

Worker is required to take first aid and may be called on to render first aid for: workers on high voltage lines and/or equipment; worker works in remote areas

First Aid/CPR/AED

(Red Cross or AHA Accredited)

Required only if specified in the API

C

Worker performs work alone in remote areas

Wilderness Adv. First Aid

Choose an item.

Worker may prepare, transport or receive hazardous materials

DOT 1: Introduction, Classification, and the Hazardous Materials Table

DOT 2: Packaging, Labeling, Marking, and Placarding

DOT 3: Shipping Papers

DOT 4: Loading and Storage

DOT: Security for Shipment of Hazardous Materials

Hazardous Materials: Shipping Lithium Batteries under DOT Exemptions

DOT Hazardous Material Awareness for the General Hazmat Employee

Choose an item.

1 BPA workplace manager to review Hantavirus Prevention Procedure 420-240-1 before performing task.

2 These exposures may require enrollment in a Medical Surveillance Program. Ensure page 1 is marked accordingly.

Other Specific Hazards

Task / Condition / Exposure

Required Training

Contractor (C) or BPA (B) Provided

Pre-Hire Training

Post-Hire Training

Pre-Task Training

Worker may make infrequent visits to field locations or substations

Worker complete the PPE assessment in the SOHM to determine need for PPE such as hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety vests, Arc Flash clothing or steel-toed boots

B

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General Comments

BPA Requesting Manager Comments/Additional Considerations:

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