Electrician

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Facilities and the Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Learn more about this agency Duties Perform installation and maintenance of electrical wiring systems and equipment. Apply knowledge of electrical principles, formulas, and electronics to complete repairs. Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and drawings to determine placement of electrical systems. Use and maintain various hand and power tools required for electrical work and testing. Troubleshoot various electrical systems and equipment to diagnose the cause of malfunctions. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Pre-employment and annual physicals are required. This position has been designated "Mission Essential". The duties of this position require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a valid State Driver’s license. The duties of this position require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license. The duties of this position require the incumbent to obtain and maintain an Aerial Platform license. One-year probationary period may be required. 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 an Electrician ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common duties which include installing and repairing electrical wiring systems, distribution panels, and outlet boxes; measuring, cutting, and bending conduits; inserting, splicing, and connecting wires to fixtures, outlets, switches, receptacles, and Power Source. I can work from building plans, blueprints, and wiring diagrams to determine the placement of panels, boxes, wiring, fixtures, and other related electrical systems. I have some knowledge of electrical principles and formulas, including some understanding of electronics required to complete inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of electrical systems and equipment. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort - The electrician must perform his or her duties while using ladders, scaffolds, and in hard to reach areas. Work involves frequent standing, stooping, climbing, bending and kneeling, and occasionally in cramped and awkward positions. Long periods of standing, bending, or kneeling are often required. Required to lift and handle objects weighing 20 pounds; often lifts and moves heavier objects with the assistance of other workers, lifting devices and aids such as movable tables or jacks. Working Conditions - Work is performed inside and outside, and is usually dirty, dusty, and greasy; on scaffolding or cranes at heights of 30 or more feet; and in close quarters such as manholes, or attics. Required to make repairs and installations outside in bad weather and work areas that are noisy. Subject to injury from falling, electrical Shock, burns and rotary devices such as electrical motors. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. 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. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is an Installation Management Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. The Department of the Army is committed to the highest ethical standards and, as an employee, you will be covered by the criminal conflict of interest statutes and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch. Expand Hide  additional information 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.