Power Plant Senior Electrician

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with USACE, Fort Worth District, Operations Division, Sam Rayburn Powerhouse in Jasper, TX. This is a Bargaining Unit Position. Duties Perform periodic inspections, diagnostic testing and troubleshooting of equipment failures Repair break-downs of electrical and electronic equipment Install new equipment Conduct Doble and high-potential testing on generation and delivery equipment Requisition and maintain materials, supplies and tools for operating needs Attend conferences to recommend solutions or provide information Prepare equipment and facilities operating procedures Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) - This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Required to obtain a pre-employment physical. Incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Driver's License Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of aPower Plant Senior Electrician without more than normal supervision. This includes the ability to perform inspections, preventative maintenance, installation, and repairs on electrical equipment at multi-purpose hydroelectric dams, hydroelectric power generating plants, spillways, intake structures, or switchyards; and conduct high-potential and/or Doble Testing on power plant generation and delivery equipment. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work tasks require that the incumbent be capable of rapid simultaneous mental and muscular coordination in conjunction with eye and hand coordination to operate switches and controls in accordance with meter indications. In order to perform the maintenance, inspection and operation of power station equipment the worker will lift and carry heavy objects 45 pounds and over, climb and reach above the shoulders, stand, sit, crawl and kneel for prolonged periods of time and perform repeated bending. Requires substantial and frequent climbing of stairs and ladders between floor levels of Power Plants for all duties. The incumbent must be able to utilize the plant communications system and to do so hearing and speech is necessary. In order that color codes be recognized it is necessary for the incumbent to have correctable vision and the ability to distinguish basic shades of colors. Operation of cranes, pickups and other motor vehicles is required. Incumbent will be required to pass a pre-employment physical and an annual physical. WORKING CONDITIONS: The incumbent will work primarily inside around machinery in operation, in close proximity to high and low voltage circuits, and climb stairs frequently. Sometimes work will be performed outside in weather of varying' degrees of temperature and humidity, in tight or cramped workspaces, on ladders or scaffolds and on slippery or uneven walking surfaces. Occasionally the worker will use solvents or degreasing agents, be assigned to protracted or irregular hours of work, use both hands in water and be exposed to silica, asbestos, oil, grease, excessive noise, vibration, smoke and gas fumes. Personal protective safety devices will be supplied to the worker when in an area of hazardous exposure. Examples of devices are hard hats, safety shoes, safety goggles and glasses, fresh air breathing masks, gloves, dust and smoke respirators earmuffs, insulated gloves and safety grounds. When in an area of hazardous exposure, the appropriate personal safety device will be worn by the worker. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. This is a(n) 29 Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction.htm for more information. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.