This position is in Facilities Management Service, Maintenance and Repair Section, Electric Shop performing duties of a junior grade electrician for the VAMC - SYRACUSE, NY

Duties

Assists the journeymen in a wide variety of electrical work, including troubleshooting, installation, and repair of electrical equipment. Engages in joint operations with the journey level workers as instructed to include replacement of existing parts i.e., electric motors, switches, receptacles, circuit breakers, light fixtures, bulbs, and emergency lights with minimal interruption to service. Assists in the install and maintenance of secondary distribution systems up to 240 volts for indoor and outdoor lighting and equipment including panel boards, switches, circuit breakers, conduit, wiring and fixtures in accordance with the National Electrical Code, Federal Regulations, State and Local codes and other applicable standards. Incumbent supplies, lifts and holds materials and tools for journey level workers. The worker utilizes wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints to accomplish jobs completely and correctly with referral to his supervisor. Uses hand and powered tools of the trade to perform such tasks as cutting holes in walls and floors and cutting threads on piping. Occasionally will be utilized in the operations shop, cleaning up the grounds, snow removal, and as a laborer on projects. Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 0630-1430 Position Description Title/PD#: Electrical Helper/PD49546O Physical Requirements: Work is usually accomplished while seated at a desk or table. Some walking and standing may occur in connection with travel to and attendance of meetings and conferences away from the workplace. Work Environment : The work is primarily performed in an office setting involving everyday risk discomfort which requires normal safety precautions.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• 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: Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)Measurement and LayoutTroubleshootingUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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

No education requirement at this level / grade.

Contacts

• Address Syracuse VA Medical Center 800 Irving Ave Syracuse, NY 13210 US
• Name: Angela Johnson
• Phone: 518-626-6155
• Email: [email protected]