Civil Eng Tech 2

API_CivilEngTech2_TELP - 20260225 - CORA.docx | SUPPLEMENTAL LABOR MANAGEMENT OFFICE ADDITIONAL PROCUREMENT INFORMATION (API) Title & Level Civil Engineering Technician 2 - 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 3 days in office every 2 weeks is currently required. 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 FN Status NOT open to Foreign Nationals Investigation Type SF-85, Standard Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions: Candidate must be able to pass this background investigation in order to qualify for and/or retain this position. 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 position will provide experienced, technical, organizational and design support to the Transmission Project Engineering Group (TELP) at the(BPA). Work associated with this position will be directly related to scope and design project assignments for transmission line, fiber-optic cable, and wireless installations as they affect the transmission system, with the primary responsibility of managing BPA's contracted Design submittal inbox and distribution. As well as providing support for the system of naming and design documents and records associated with those facilities. Organization Transmission Project Engineering 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, it leads the scoping and project planning for all transmission lines and fiber optics lines projects; Chairs 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. Support Project Engineering Drawings/Design/Specifications: Receive and process transmission line one-line diagrams, phasing diagrams, structures lists, site data sheets and all Project Engineering-specific drawings associated with transmission line projects as assigned. Receive and process all transmission line fiber-optic cable system one-line diagrams, fiber installation sheets, and meter mark light path data for fiber as assigned. Research, design, draft and update fiber-optic cable splice diagrams for all of BPA's transmission line fiber-optic cable systems as assigned. Complete and/or coordinate the completion of material requests needed for replacement material. Receive as-built information subsequent to construction projects and coordinates or completes associated drawing revisions. Perform design work for complex capital projects based on analysis of engineering and design requirements, project parameters, and technical information from multiple sources by adapting standard guides and designs to assigned projects and producing new designs when standards do not cover the project situation. Complete and produce comprehensive final design packages for assigned projects, including final detailed design drawings and all other documents. Makes extensive use of the Computer Aided Design System (CAD) and other computer methods and applications for design and design document production. Review material and equipment drawings from design sections of Transmission Engineering and Technical Services, A & E design contractors, and BPA's transmission line and fiber customers and/or their contractors, for compliance with applicable BPA and industry standard technical specifications. Support the maintenance and operate databases (including ProjectWise and SharePoint) and other electronic and paper systems to store, index, track, and attribute all drawings and documents. Technical Support: Provide technical support for design, contracted design, and other technicians Assist in facilitating design activities associated with design and drawing of transmission system facilities. Use MS PowerPoint, develop and prepare reports, presentations, and training needed by TELP and TEL engineering staff. Draft, prepare, revise, and distribute design drawings and engineering technical documents and databases to support transmission line, fiber optic, and wireless projects or other assigned work on various computer platforms including MicroStation CAD and ProjectWise. Update and maintain, as necessary, existing hard copy design drawings in the Transmission Engineering files and convert existing hard copy drawings to electronic versions utilizing MicroStation CAD. Enter data into computer and/or CAD files to be used for design of future facilities. Verify data for completeness and accuracy. Gather data from legacy data systems and prepare/tabulate that data for archival in ProjectWise. Maintain BPA's contracted design submittal for all transmission Line projects. Support the development of process and policies related to design submittals. Draft and issue BPA manager approved official design and line naming memos for transmission facilities and verify compliance with the Transmission Facilities Naming Policy as assigned. REQUIREMENTS Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix) degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, or a closely related field is preferred. With a Bachelor's degree in an applicable field, 1 year of experience is required. With an Associate's degree in an applicable field, 3 years of experience is required. Without an applicable degree, 5 years of experience is required. Experience must include specific engineering technician experience and demonstrate a wide range of project tasks. Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix) With a Bachelor's degree in an applicable field, 6 months' experience in the following is required: MicroStation CAD platform or similar program and associated add-on product Maintaining all drawing and engineering records using ProjectWise or similar document management software With an Associate's degree in an applicable field, 3 years' experience in the following is required: MicroStation CAD platform or similar program and associated add-on products Maintaining all drawing and engineering records using ProjectWise or similar document management software Without an applicable degree, 5 years' experience in the following is required: MicroStation CAD platform or similar program and associated add-on products Maintaining all drawing and engineering records using 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 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 Position requires infrequent site visits where the following risks may exist walking on uneven terrain, being in proximity of electrically energized facilities, being in proximity of active construction 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. Page 4 of 4 F_0121_API_TEMPLATE_012026 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) Myra Lovell Date 2/11/26 CFTE Job Title Civil Eng Tech 2 Org TELP PPE provided by Supplier or Contractor? ☒ Yes ☐ No If yes, list required PPE: Hard hat, 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 ☐ Other: Click or tap here to enter text. ☒ 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 C ☒ ☐ ☐ ☒ 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 Choose an item. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ 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. C X ☐ Click or tap here to enter text. Click or tap here to enter text. Choose an item. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ Click or tap here to enter text. Click or tap here to enter text. Choose an item. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ Click or tap here to enter text. Click or tap here to enter text. Choose an item. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ Click or tap here to enter text. Click or tap here to enter text. Choose an item. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ Click or tap here to enter text. Click or tap here to enter text. Choose an item. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ Click or tap here to enter text. Click or tap here to enter text. Choose an item. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ Click or tap here to enter text. 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Created: 2026-03-06