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Job SummaryElectrician has the knowledge of the operation and installation of a wide range of electrical systems (480 volts and below) and equipment such as series, parallel and compound circuits for single and multiple phase alternating current of varying voltages, amperages; and power or regulating and control circuits and distribution panels to hospital equipment, control equipment, surgical and laboratory equipment and other related electrical equipment at this medical center.
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Electric Drawings Electrical Equipment Technical Practices Technical Practices (Electrical Electronic) Troubleshooting (Electrical) Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work) 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Major DutiesIncumbent has the knowledge of the operation and installation of a wide range of electrical systems (480 volts and below) and equipment such as series, parallel and compound circuits for single and multiple phase alternating current of varying voltages, amperages and frequencies; wiring systems in hospital buildings; and power or regulating and control circuits and distribution panels to hospital equipment, control equipment, computers, surgical and laboratory equipment and other related electrical equipment at this medical center. Other major duties include, but are not limited to the following: Perform installation, maintenance, and/or repair, modify, maintain, troubleshoot, test and verify loads on new and existing electrical lines, circuits, system and associated fixtures, controls, and equipment. Work on wide range of voltages, (480 volts and below) amperage, phases, and frequency requirements, to distribution panels, switchgear, power and control circuits, Environmental Management Service equipment, Food and Nutrition Service equipment, automatic transfer switches, emergency generators, hospital beds, lighting systems. Incumbent determines and installs distribution panels, boxes, fittings, and connections and install wiring, coupling, conduit, relays, fixtures, transformers and other electrical devices. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:30am to 3:00pm, 7:00AM - 3:30PM, 7:30AM - 4:00PM Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician/PD0008A Physical Requirements: Incumbent makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, platforms and other hard to reach places. Incumbent is required to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Incumbent frequently lifts and carries tools, equipment and parts that weigh up to 20 pounds and less often, up to 40 pounds. Occasionally incumbent will lift or move with assistance, moderately heavy object weighing more than 40 pounds.RequirementsSuitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-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.