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API_EngTech1_TELC - CORA.docx
*** | SUPPLEMENTAL LABOR MANAGEMENT OFFICE
ADDITIONAL PROCUREMENT INFORMATION (API)
Title & Level
Engineering Technician 1
Work Group Location
Vancouver, WA
Specialty
Transmission Engineering - Transmission Line Engineering
Offsite Work Eligibility*
Routine Telework Eligible
Organization
TELC
Number of Days Onsite
1-2 days per Week
Hours
Full-Time, up to 40 hours
Additional Information
1-2 days office attendance required per week. Thursdays and one other day every other week. May potentially require additional onsite days based on training / project / workload needs or as requested.
Overtime
5% anticipated
On-Call
No
Travel
Up to 5% for meetings
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 position is within the TELC (Transmission Line Engineering) organization at *** (BPA). The position supports line engineering by performing CAD drafting and ProjectWise documentation maintenance of overhead conductor, fiber-optic cables, ground wire, and associated hardware.
Organization
TELC is a welcoming environment where knowledge is shared, teamwork is prized, and people are valued. With a rich history of design and ingenuity, we aim to push innovation forward into the ever-changing world of the power market.
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.
Maintain and operate databases (including ProjectWise and SharePoint) and other electronic and paper systems to store, index, track, and attribute engineering drawings.
Modify design drawings, using Excel, MicroStation and SolidEdge.
Convert historical documents to CAD format using MicroStation and SolidEdge.
Provide technical support related to transmission line design, components, assemblies and systems to design engineers, other engineering groups, project managers and other technicians.
Work with technical leads to develop, 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, SolidEdge, and ProjectWise.
Publish approved drawings and provide document control of the Transmission Line Design drawings.
Update and maintain existing hard copy design drawings in the Transmission Engineering files.
Obtain drawing and/or design files requested by design engineers as needed to complete assigned work.
Assist technical leads with the development of BPA-wide Transmission Line Design drafting standards.
Provide assistance to other design groups requesting TELC drawings, documents or reports.
Communicate both orally and in writing through reports, correspondence, briefings, presentations, and other media in order to plan, coordinate or advise on work efforts or to resolve operating problems.
Understand and adhere to all BPA agency and organization established policies, processes, procedures and standards.
Schedule and meet timelines and milestones, providing timely status updates.
Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a need to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.
REQUIREMENTS
Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)
Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Aided Design (CAD), Drafting, Computer Science or a related field is preferred.
1 year of directly related work experience is required.
Experience must be consistent with the specific requirements of engineering, computer science or a related field.
Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)
Knowledge of engineering drafting practices.
At least six (6) months of engineering technician CAD experience is required.
Ability to read, understand, and analyze engineering drawings, schematics, diagrams.
Ability to use computer technology in the performance of assigned engineering technician work is required.
Experience using CAD software to create engineering drawings, preferably MicroStation, Excel, and/or SolidEdge
Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)
Knowledge of engineering concepts, principles, and practices applicable to components and facilities found on a regional transmission system.
Experience using 3D modeling software, like SolidWorks or Inventor
Experience with database systems, like SQL, MS Access, or Power BI
Experience working with ProjectWise, SharePoint, or a similar system to maintain, store, index, and track documents.
Additional Requirements (not required on matrix)
Valid U.S. Driver's License is required.
Appendices
The following appendices apply to this assignment and may be downloaded from the Fieldglass Reference Library:
Offsite Work
Training Type
Details
Provided by
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)
Chase, Luke, B
Date
07-30-2026
CFTE Job Title
Engineering Technician 1
Org
TELC
PPE provided by Supplier or Contractor?
☐ Yes ☒ No
If yes, list required PPE: Click or tap here to enter text.
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 M