This position is in the Maintenance and Repair Section of the Facilities Management Service at Altoona VA Medical Center (AVAMC). This position is under the supervision of the Maintenance and Repair Supervisor. This position is responsible for the maintenance, operation, and repair of the electrical/power systems of the AVAMC.

Duties

Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Electrician; installs, maintains, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on a variety of electrical and industrial equipment and control systems, power control and distribution system components and equipment, such as: high and low voltage switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, panel boards, generators, lighting, switches, receptacles, enclosed circuit breakers, relay control panels, controllers, electrical detection, warning, and annunciation systems, motors, motor controllers, domestic appliances, dust collection systems, pumps, kitchen and laundry equipment, utility plant equipment, automatic door operating mechanisms and systems, elevators, dumbwaiters, conveyors, fans, exhaust systems, etc. Knowledgeable and able to provide back up on the fire alarm and suppression system. Provide backup support for Elevator mechanic. Other duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Carpentry work as needed; work with journeyman level Carpenter to install, replace, and repair flooring surfaces to include but not be limited to vinyl composite tile, vinyl plank, carpet, and sheet goods. Work with journeyman level carpenter in hanging drywall, finishing, and painting. Plumbing work as needed; assist journeyman level pipefitters in the repairs with installs, modifying, and repairs new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems. Assist journeyman level pipefitters in repairs to equipment such as sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems and water closets, tubs, fire sprinkler systems, and showers. Locksmith work as needed; repair and maintain a variety of standard mechanical/electronic locking devices. Basic knowledge of computers and computer operating systems, networking, and hardware to interface the many devices used to connect and program electronic locks, locking devices and electronic keys. Assist with snow removal in the winter. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician/PD025550 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Eligible Physical Requirements: You must be able to lift and carry heavy objects (occasionally in excess of 40 pounds) and hold them in awkward positions while they are being installed or removed. You must be able to work for prolonged periods while kneeling, crouching, stooping, and/or standing in awkward positions and to climb and work from ladders, man lifts, scaffolding, and roofs.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Qualifications

To 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 DrawingsElectrical EquipmentTechnical Practices (Electrical Electronic)Troubleshooting (Electrical)Without more than normal supervision 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address James E Van Zandt VA Medical Center 2907 Pleasant Valley Boulevard Altoona, PA 16602 US
• Name: Carolyn Graham
• Email: [email protected]