Summary
The incumbent serves as an electrician in a commercial/light industrial setting, performing tasks involved in the operation, maintenance and repair of the Martinsburg VAMC Electrical System. Incumbent will be assigned to the Electric Shop. Incumbent may be required to perform duties normally assigned to other engineering shops on an emergency basis or as mission dictates.
This job is open to
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DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.
Duties
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Operate, maintain, repair and modify high voltage equipment and circuits. Job responsibility starts at the VAMC 15KV switches for Service A and Service B. This electrical service feeds the 12.47KV service switchgear including 2000 KVA transformers rated at 480Y/277 volts, and feeds multiple other transformers of various sizes and associated auxiliary equipment rated up to 6000 amps
- Troubleshoot and diagnose all equipment as assigned and make repairs as necessary, to include but not limited to generators, transfer switches, switch gear, lighting, kitchen equipment, washers/dryers, pump motors, elevators, automatic doors, medical equipment, fire alarm system, etc. along with various other repairs as determined by the Electrician Supervisor.
- Accomplishes electrical work on construction alterations, maintenance and repair projects and does a wide variety of electrical work to include Installation of EMT, rigid and flexible conduit.
- Makes installation of interior and exterior wiring to include but not limited to 120v, 208v, 277)/, 480v, low voltage wiring (CATS cable) and control wiring as per NEC.
- Manage work orders assigned by using VISTA (view, keep time, annotate work completed and close work orders, etc.)
- Monthly operation, loading and record readings on generators in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Perform routine scheduled preventive maintenance.
- Perform various maintenance tasks on Elevators to include but not limited to cleaning shafts, weekly inspections, minor adjustments, verify proper operation and assisting qualified licensed technicians with repairs.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
- Ability to select and use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment in the course of assignments and repairs.
- Occasionally install new equipment and systems that fall within the scope of journeyman level work as determined by the Maintenance Supervisor.
- Monitor and communicate with appropriate persons per medical center policy concerning station fire alarms, disaster notification and various other alarm systems.
- Perform all operations in a safe and efficient manner. The use of PPE where required and defined by policy and procedures is mandatory.
- Various housekeeping functions within the assigned work areas, as they relate to the overall mission of FMS and the Martinsburg VAMC.
- Wear a half face or full-face respirator when required for operations or repairs.
Other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2nd shift 3:30pm-12am
Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician/PD06204A
Physical Requirements: Heavy Lifting (45 lbs and over); Heavy Carrying (45 lbs and over); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (up to 8 hours); Standing (up to 3 hours); Crawling (up to 1 hours); Kneeling (up to 2 hours); Repeated bending (up to 2 hours); Climbing, use of legs and arms; Both legs required; Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Both eyes required; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Hearing without aid; Other: PH Code.
Working Conditions: There are times when the incumbent will be required to work overtime in support of the VAMC's mission; Most work will be conducted inside with possible exposure to temperatures in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit, chemicals, water, steam, loud noises and occasional inclement weather; The use of protective clothing or gear, such as rubber aprons, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, safety goggles, gloves or face shield, is frequently required; Incumbent will be issued with arc flash rated uniforms, to include: pants, long sleeve shirts, cotton tee shirts that are required to be worn in full while on duty; Incumbent may also be exposed to the following dangers: electrical shock, chemicals, scalds, cuts, bruises, or broken bones. This position has the potential for exposure to asbestos. This position has the potential for exposure to loud noises. This position has the potential for exposure to lead.
INCUMBENTS IN THIS POSITION MAY BE SUBJECT TO:
- PLACEMENT IN THE ASBESTOS MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM
- PLACEMENT IN THE HEARING CONSERVATION SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM
- PLACEMENT IN THE LEAD SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
- Subject to a background/suitability investigation
- May serve a probationary period
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
- A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.
SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
- Electrical Equipment
- Technical Practices (Electrical Electronic)
- Troubleshooting (Electrical)
- Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work)
- Without more than normal supervision
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.
Required Documents
Documents Accepted:
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Disability Letter (VA)
- Professional Certification
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Documents Required:
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/28/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12435206.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
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Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
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