About this role
Job SummaryThe position is in the Electric Shop, Facilities Management Service (FMS) and works under the direct supervision of the Electric Shop Supervisor. The primary purpose of the position involves maintaining, installing, modifying, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and electrical, office and environmental management equipment within the Chillicothe VA Medical Center and 6 offsite Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC).
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: (Screen-Out) Without More than Normal Supervision - Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. Technical Practices (Electrical, Electronic) - Theory and Instruments (Electrical Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices. Electrical Drawings - Ability to Use Electrical Drawings. Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment - Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment. Troubleshooting (Electrical) - Troubleshooting (Electrical). Required Driver's License: A current, valid state issued Driver's License is required for the position. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your current, valid state-issued Driver's License. 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 DutiesDuties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Installing, modifying, repairing, maintaining, troubleshooting, testing, and loading new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems, and associated fixtures, controls, and equipment. Troubleshoots and repairs all electrical distribution and control systems in the boiler heating plant. Performs a wide range of tests/checks relating to electrical safety and equipment operation as outlined by the Joint Commission, OSHA, NEC, HAP, CAP, VA and other pertinent standards and/or policies. Performs maintenance, inspections, and repairs on a wide variety of electrical, office and environmental management equipment. performs the wide range of tests, installations, repairs, and maintenance on complete systems such as fire alarm, communications systems, intrusion alarm systems, electronic safety devices (medical bed alarms, lifts, mental health safety devices), various electronic door locking systems, networking cables (Cat 6 and fiber terminations), telecom circuits and nurse call systems. Performs duties of an Elevator Mechanic or Maintenance Mechanic which involves troubleshooting, modifying, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance of hydraulic, traction screw type elevator systems, as well as inspecting and troubleshooting electrical. Works from building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering, drawings, and electrical maintenance and repair manuals to plan and lay out the routing, placement type, size, gauge, balance, load, continuity, and safe operation of electrical lines, circuits, systems, equipment and controls Responsible for safe and proper operation of various vehicles such as pickup trucks, bucket truck, high lift, forklift, and other related equipment. Work is checked on an overall basis for compliance with accepted trade standards. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Compressed Available Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician/PD92776A Physical Requirements: Incumbent is required to work from ladders, scaffolding and platforms. Work requires standing, reaching, bending, climbing, and stooping, as the work site dictates. May work above ground level and/or in confined spaces. Required to lift, carry, and set up tools, equipment, and parts necessary to the job. VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio, Indiana and Michigan (VISN 10) advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.RequirementsU.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Physical Requirements: A pre-placement physical examination is required as part of being an incidental driver. Must possess a valid, state driver's license. 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.