HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICIAN

Clarification from the agency

Nationwide - Open to all US Citizens

1. Installs, modifies, tests, repairs, and maintains transformers, converters, regulators, cables,switches, circuit breakers, mechanical and electronic systems, and other circuit elements found insubstations. Adjusts relays and control equipment to obtain specified voltage, current, time delay, and other characteristics for appropriate holding, tripping, or other operational functions.Constructs and installs rigid conduits. Pulls in conductors, assembles bus bars, and phases out andconnects conductors. Cleans, adjusts, and repairs electrical equipment such as air and oil circuitbreakers and remote-control supervisory equipment. Checks condition of transformers, switches,capacitor equipment, and cables. Checks transformer operating temperatures and voltage atsecondary terminals and makes repairs to defective, loose, or corroded connections. Trainsand/or guides lower graded or less experienced employees as required. Ensures tasks areperformed in compliance with National Electrical Safety Codes. With few exceptions, accuratelydetermines and uses procedures, materials, equipment, and sequences that are acceptable foraccomplishing assigned tasks; and complies with established codes and directives. Routinelyperforms tasks in a timely and efficient manner. 25%

2. Installs, modifies, connects, inspects, and repairs overhead and underground electricaldistribution lines. Services lines, breakers, disconnect switches, transformers, insulators,grounding systems, fuses, poles (metal and wood), relays, meters, lightning arresters, cathodicprotection systems, traffic lights, street and floodlight systems, airfield lighting systems, andpower supplies. Strings wires and hoists conductors up to the cross arms. Pulls wires to propertension or sag based on space, length, type, and size of conductors, prevailing temperature, andloading district. Installs and pull cables underground from source of feed-through ducts. Installspoles and replacement of cross arms. Provides technical assistance to lower-grade or lesserexperience employees as required. Ensure tasks are performed in compliance with NationalElectric Safety Codes. Almost always perform repairs. modifications, connections, and/orinstallations in a timely, efficient, and complete manner. With few exceptions, ensures tasksperformed are following accepted trade practices and procedures. 25%

3. Troubleshoots distribution circuits and generating and controlling equipment. Makesemergency repairs and substitutions of power lines and equipment, sometimes working ondistribution systems when they are energized. Troubleshoot overhead and underground cablesystems to locate shorts, opens, grounds, electrolysis damages, capacitance imbalances, or cablebreaks. Locates and marks electrical underground utilities prior to excavation. Checks groundwire connections and cables for cracks, breaks, and corrosion. Routinely provides reliabletroubleshooting of distribution circuits and generating and controlling equipment to locate andcorrect the causes of outages and improper operations. Almost always accurately locatesbreakdowns and trouble spots on distribution lines by power failure reports, line inspections, anduse of various electrical testing instruments. 20%

4. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations andmaintains a safe and clean work environment. Frequently works on high voltage electricalsystems when they are "hot," using necessary safety equipment, methods, and precautions. Usesand assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing. Consistently operatesequipment in a safe manner, applying established safety rules and regulations to minimize minorviolations and to avoid major violations due to employee error or negligence. With rareexception, promptly informs the supervisor of any accident and/or damage to supplies orequipment or of any observed unsafe practices and/or procedures. 20%

5. Uses and maintains various hand and power tools and test equipment such as oscillators,meggers, phase sticks, phase rotation meters, digital test equipment, and cable locating and fault-finding equipment. Uses block and tackle, hoists, winches, or other lifting and pulling equipmentas necessary. With few exceptions, properly uses, maintains, and accounts for alI types of toolsand equipment required to accomplish assigned duties. 10%

Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Favorable background check is required.
• Position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• PCS expenses will not be paid.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• Veteran's Preference will apply. DD Form 214's are required for Veteran's Preference. If claiming Veteran's Preference for disability a Disability VA letter and SF-15 must also be submitted.
• Visit help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans to learn more about Veteran's Preference.
• Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate SECRET clearance for this position.

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Nationwide - Open to all US Citizens

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must haveat least 18 months specialized experience or training that demonstrates a knowledge of electrical theory such as power factors and that which is applicable to transformers, series and parallel circuits, line loading, line losses, etc. Ability to read and comprehend circuit diagrams and schematics. Experience in installing, maintaining, repairing, and modifying high-voltage electrical systems and major substation components of electrical systems. Experience in diagnosing trouble and determining remedy when complex relationships exist among different electrical system circuits requiring knowledge of all electrical units and systems. Experience in making high-voltage electrical repairs that required the use of precision measuring equipment and common hand tools.

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 months/years.

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Resume must be submitted with the following information:

• Your name and contact information.
• Work Experience section of your resume must include:
  • Name of the organization you worked at.
  • Job title you held at the organization.
  • Start and end dates for the position (dates must have month and year).
  • Bulleted statements regarding duties you performed in the position. Be clear and concise in stating your duties, we will not make any assumptions regarding your experience. Your bulleted statements should reflect that you have the required specialized experience described in this announcement.
  • If your position was in the civil service, include the grade and series for the position.
  • If applicable, include TRADITIONAL GUARDSMEN experience. Enter your MOS, bulleted statements of duties, and start and end dates (dates must have month and year).
• Education and certificates if applicable. Include name of school, degree, or certificate, start and end dates.
• Part-Time, unpaid, volunteer work if applicable. Include duties and responsibilities and start and end dates (dates must have month and year)
• IMPORTANT: Resumes that exceed 2 pages cannot be considered.
• For additional information regarding resume requirements visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit

Unofficial Transcripts - If used to qualify (An official transcript may be required before being hired.)

Veteran's Preference - If applicable and claiming Veteran's Preference, you must upload documentation to support your Veteran's Preference claim to include your DD-214 indicating the type of discharge. If claiming Veteran's Preference for a disability, you must submit a VA Disability letter and SF-15 supporting your disability claim.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicants - If claiming PPP status you must submit required documentation as stated below:

• DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians: A copy of the "Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist" and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received showing you are no longer eligible for military or NG membership (through no fault of your own) and that you have completed at least 15 years of technician service and a minimum of 20 years of service creditable for non-regular retirement.
• Priority Placement Program DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Preference Eligible Technician Receiving Disability Retirement: A copy of the "Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist" and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as the notification letter you received that states you are no longer eligible for Reserve membership due to a service-connected disability.
• Priority Placement Program (PPP) DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible: A copy of the "Retained Grade PPP Self-Certification Checklist" and copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a RIF change-to-lower-grade notice, and an SF-50 reflecting your RIF change to lower grade.

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