In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-2800 Electrical Installation and Maintenance Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of an ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT REPAIRER without more than normal supervision.
JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
2. Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory to complete repairs on a variety of complex electrical systems and equipment containing diodes, transistors, and electronic devices in circuitry; and of mechanical theory and pneumatic and hydraulic principles to isolate and replace faulty components.
3. Skill to troubleshoot entire electrical systems and related equipment, determine cause of malfunctions, and make required repairs; skill in the set-up and operation of computer controlled automatic test equipment (ATE), and other test equipment such as oscilloscopes, frequency meters, phase rotation meters, and capacity and impedance bridges; and skill in microsoldering techniques.
4. Skill in interpreting technical specifications, schematics, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
5. Ability to plan, lay out, and complete the installation, modification, and repair of various electrical systems, circuits, equipment and controls; and to replace diodes, transistors, capacitors, resistors, and printed circuit boards.
6. Ability to use computer terminals to maintain records and document actions.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Frequently required to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods and bend, stoop, and work in tiring and sometimes uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts and carries, unassisted, items that weigh up to 40 pounds. Occasionally lifts items that weigh over 40 pounds with assistance from other workers or with weight handling equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Employee typically works in well lighted, heated, and ventilated areas. Subject to cuts, burns, chemical irritations, strains, electrical shock, and abrasions while repairing and handling equipment. Exposed to unpleasant conditions from dirt, solvents, fuel, fumes, oil, and grease. Follows prescribed safety practices and uses safety equipment such as earplugs, face shields, gloves, hard hats, glasses and safety shoes.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.