ELECTRICIAN

Clearance: Secret. Duties CriticalInstalls, repairs or replaces, modifies, loads, and tests new and existing electrical lines, circuits,systems, fixtures, panels, switches, breakers, and controls located in and near installation buildingsand structures, in direct support of, United States Space Forces, National Defense programs,worldwide GPS satellites systems and equipment. Maintains and installs secondary switchgear,Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) systems andassociated batteries, distribution lines, 2000 VA (Kilo Volt Amperes) and larger electrical load centersproviding technical and utility power. CriticalTroubleshoots problem areas and inspects for defective equipment and faulty wiring. CriticalTroubleshoots distribution circuits and generating and controlling equipment. Makes emergencyrepairs and substitutions of power lines and equipment, sometimes working on distribution systemswhen they are energized. CriticalUtilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations andmaintains asafe and clean work environment. CriticalUses and maintains various types of hand and/or power tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wirecutters, soldering irons, cable pullers, hydraulic benders, and pipe threading machines. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Shift work may be required. Emergency overtime may be required. Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth. The work will require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. A valid driver's license is required for this position. Will be required to procure a government operator's permit or obtain a commercial driver's license to drive and/or operate special electrical repair trucks Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. May work with hazardous materials such as asbestos or accumulated waste. Employee will be required to wear protective clothing and gear on these occasions. The physical requirements of this position as determined by the manager are: Makes repairs from work stands and other hard-to-reach places. Must stand, stoop, bend kneel, climb, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts parts and equipment that weigh up to 20pounds. Occasionally lifts items that weigh over 40 pounds with assistance from other workers. This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Deman Reduction Program. Employee must be able to pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by the employees in sensitive position presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security and public safety. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-2800 , Electrical Installation and Maintenance Group, Electrician, 2805 series. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of an Electrician without more than normal supervision JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, lay out, install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of complete systems. Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and instruments used in shop and trade practices, and of electrical equipment, i.e., test lamps, multi meters, circuit analyzers, circuit breaker testers, voltage recording meters, meggers, watt meters, ohmmeters, and ammeters. Skill in using and maintaining hand tools such as, screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, strippers, cable pullers, drills, soldering irons, and manual or power conduit benders and threaders. Skill in troubleshooting and tracing hard-to-locate defects or problems. Must have a basic familiarity with electronics to troubleshoot electrical circuits containing electronic components in order to isolate the cause of the malfunction, whether electrical or electronic, in complex relay logic circuits for electrical control systems, computer interface devices, analog/digital controls, and solid state motor control circuits for referral to an electronics mechanic for repair Physical effort: Physical effort at this grade is the same as that described at the grade 8 level; thereare no differences in physical effort required at grade 11. Working conditions: In addition to the working conditions described at the previous levels, grade 11electricians may be exposed to temperature extremes in test facilities, extremely high noise levels,and exposure to