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System Administrator 2

First Tek, Inc.

Vancouver, WA

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SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Adobe Flash, Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Billing, Budgeting, C Programming Language, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Conferences, Consulting, Data Entry, Data Quality, Design Document, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Ergonomics, Establish Priorities, Federal Contracts, Federal Laws and Regulations, First Aid, Government, Hand Tools, Hazard Analysis, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High Availability, High Voltage (HV), IRC (Internet Relay Chat), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpret Regulations, Material Moving, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office 2010, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Organizational Development/Management, Performance Reviews, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Product Reviews, Project Evaluation, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Submissions, Reimbursement, Reporting Skills, Requirements Management, Resolve Customer Issues, Resource Management, Risk, Risk Management, Safety Systems, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Seminars, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Testing, Staff Training, Statement of Work (SOW), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Surveillance, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Reliability, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Time Management, United States Department of Energy (DOE), User Documentation, Vehicle Driving, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Vancouver, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
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.

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.

Perform and support the following functions:

Interpret design specifications

Assist with technical design

Code software and following test and deployment procedures, comply with project documentation requirements

Work on a development team using various development methodologies

With oversight and approval from the BPA Manager/BPA Technical Lead:

Code, test, configure, migrate, maintain and document various vendor and in-house applications to provide solutions that support business requirements

Design and develop displays in PI Vision

Design and develop Asset Framework implementations in support of grid operations and customer requirements

Design, document, and communicate effective technical solutions meeting end-user requirements

Analyze, test, and apply changes to the application environment under the prevailing change management procedures and requirements

Design, develop and support PI Datalink reports.

Support Administration of both SCADA and Synchrophasor PI system to provide maximum system reliability for data quality and data access.

Evaluate and implement updates for all PI system software.

Develop and present training material for PI system users.

Monitor system inputs for data quality and coordinate with PSC and SPC craftsmen to troubleshoot system problems

Create custom reports from PI to be utilized by Transmission Operations, the TE labs and other field locations (all internal to BPA).

Participate in system call-outs for system incident and problem resolution.


REQUIREMENTS

Education & Corresponding Experience (required on matrix)

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a directly-related technical discipline is preferred (Bachelor's degree in specified or directly-related field can substitute for 4 years related experience see below)

Related Experience: A minimum combination of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training is required. Experience should be consistent with the specific requirements of Computer/Information Technology or related field and progressively more technical in nature. Applicable Associates or Bachelor's degrees, as defined above, can be substituted for a portion of the experience requirements:

Minimum Related Experience: This is a Level 2 position: 5 9 years previous directly-related experience is required without a degree (1 - 5 years experience with Bachelor's degree in specified or directly-related field.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook (Microsoft Office 2010 proficiency required).

Required Technical Skills & Experience (required on matrix)

The following experience is highly preferred but not required:

Knowledge of and proficient skill in applying the following:

Data mining

Advanced PI Administration

PI high availability support/configuration

The PI Software Development Kit (SDK)

The PI AF (Asset Framework)

PI Vision (Displays)

The PI Data Link add-in

C# development in the PI/.NET environment

Utility/industry experience is preferred.

Ability to resolve issues and address questions about PI client tool installations.

Proven experience collaborating with software developers, testers and users throughout the System Development Life Cycle.

Ability to create and maintain clearly written technical, user, and system documentation.

Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work related issues and problems, with understanding of impact on current and future programs and processes.

Sustain a high degree of responsibility when it comes to preventing accidental system outages or problems.

Keep abreast of industry developments regarding appropriate network system infrastructure technology.

Provide a sustainable IT infrastructure by supplying cross training and functional documentation.

Preferred Skills & Experience (optional on matrix)

Carry out assigned tasks with a professional demeanor reflected in excellent written and oral communication skills, listening skills, patience, analytical reasoning and problem solving abilities.

Ability to work under pressure with shifting priorities and multiple simultaneous assignments. Must be able to efficiently prioritize work to meet critical deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor, and assure strict attention to detail and accuracy.

Clearly communicate technical information verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical users.

Ensure proper identification of self as a contract worker in all communications, correspondence, etc.

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

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)

Akzinor, Daniel L

Date

1/15/2026

CFTE Job Title

System Administrator 3

Org

JDT

PPE provided by Supplier or Contractor?

Yes No

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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

Choose an item.











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

Choose an item.









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).

Choose an item.







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

Choose an item.











Defensive/Distracted Driving (HRMIS 017057)

Choose an item.









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

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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

Choose an item.











Shock & Arc Flash Basic

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Shock & Arc Flash Advanced / Refresher

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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

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Worker performs work alone in remote areas

Wilderness Adv. First Aid

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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









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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



SAMPLE: 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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First Tek, Inc.