Electrician

Summary NIST's Operations and Maintenance Group is seeking Electricians to support complex research and facility operations by installing, modifying, and troubleshooting specialized electrical systems used in laboratories, central plant systems, and test environments. This role collaborates with engineers and scientists to ensure reliable electrical infrastructure that enables precise experimentation, safe facility operations, and mission-critical research activities. Duties In this position, you will: - Perform a wide variety of assignments in connection with the maintenance of the electrical distribution system, which consists of voltages from 24 volts to 600 volts AC and the DC electrical distribution system. - Operate and install a variety of complete electrical systems and equipment, such as series, parallel, and compound circuits for single and multiple phase alternating current of varying voltage, amperage, and frequency. - Maintain motor control systems, variable voltage, variable frequency ( VVVF) drives, integrated lighting systems and controls. - Apply National Electric Code ( NEC) regulations to all maintenance and installation tasks. - Troubleshoot, maintain, and install electrical control systems according to schematics and drawings. - Instruct lower-level electricians in the repair and installation of electrical equipment. - Perform other trade duties in support of multi- craft assigned work groups. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. citizenship Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment medical examination This position is subject to emergency “ out of hours” call back to the NIST campus Bargaining Unit Position: Yes - Washington Area Metal Trades Council (WAMTC), AFL-CIO Qualifications All applicants must submit a resume NOT TO EXCEED two pages on standard-size paper. If the resume exceeds two pages, only the first two pages will be reviewed for qualifications or assessment determinations. There is no specific length or level of experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform electrician work at the Journeyman level, such as installation, maintenance, and repair, without more than normal supervision. As well as being able to instruct lower- level electricians in the repair and installation of electrical equipment. Applicants must meet the screen out elements and achieve an overall score of at least fifty (50%) or higher 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). 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. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration Additional information This position is covered by the Federal Wage System. The FWS is a uniform pay-setting system that covers Federal appropriated fund and non-appropriated fund blue-collar employees who are paid by the hour. For more information regarding the FWS, visit http://www.opm.gov/oca/wage/. We may share your application package with other selecting officials at NIST with opportunities like this one. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy. Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information or instructions. You MUST select at least ONE ELIGIBILITY in order to be considered for this position. All documents submitted for this announcement must be legible in order to make qualification or eligibility determinations. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:- your performance and conduct;- the needs and interests of the agency;- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. This position has physical requirements which include but may not be limited to: Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds Light lifting, under 15 pounds Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over Moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds Light carrying, under 15 pounds Straight pulling - 0.5 hours Pulling hand over hand - 1 hour Pushing - 1 hour Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both hands required Walking - 2 hours Standing - 2 hours Crawling - 1 hour Kneeling - 2 hours Repeated bending - 1 hour Climbing, legs only - 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 Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4 Both eyes required Depth perception Ability to distinguish basic colors Ability to distinguish shades of colors Hearing (aid may be permitted) This position has environmental factors which include, but may not be limited to: Outside Outside and inside Excessive heat Excessive cold Excessive humidity Excessive dampness or chilling Dry atmospheric conditions Excessive noise, intermittent Constant noise Dust Silica, asbestos, etc. Fumes, smoke, or gases Solvents (degreasing agents) Grease and oils Radiant energy Electrical energy Slippery or uneven walking surfaces Working around machinery with moving parts Working around moving objects or vehicles Working on ladders or scaffolding Working below ground Vibration Working closely with others Working alone Protracted or irregular hours of work 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. NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities such as: Telework Flexible work schedules Paid parental leave Paid vacation Sick leave Family-friendly leave Childcare subsidy program for qualifying families Back-up child care program Child and elder-care resources On-site childcare center Lactation spaces Wellness programs Fitness center Employee assistance programs 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. 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