Job opening: Electrician

Salary: $29 - 34 per hour

Published at: Jun 06 2024

Company: Veterans Health Administration

Employment Type: Full-time

The incumbent serves as an electrician in a commercial/light industrial setting, performing tasks involved in the operation, maintenance and repair of the Martinsburg VAMC Electrical System. Incumbent will be assigned to the Electric Shop. Incumbent may be required to perform duties normally assigned to other engineering shops on an emergency basis or as mission dictates.

Duties

Duties include but are not limited to: Operate, maintain, repair and modify high voltage equipment and circuits. Job responsibility starts at the VAMC 15KV switches for Service A and Service B. This electrical service feeds the 12.47KV service switchgear including 2000 KVA transformers rated at 480Y/277 volts, and feeds multiple other transformers of various sizes and associated auxiliary equipment rated up to 6000 amps Troubleshoot and diagnose all equipment as assigned and make repairs as necessary, to include but not limited to generators, transfer switches, switch gear, lighting, kitchen equipment, washers/dryers, pump motors, elevators, automatic doors, medical equipment, fire alarm system, etc. along with various other repairs as determined by the Electrician Supervisor. Accomplishes electrical work on construction alterations, maintenance and repair projects and does a wide variety of electrical work to include Installation of EMT, rigid and flexible conduit. Makes installation of interior and exterior wiring to include but not limited to 120v, 208v, 277)/, 480v, low voltage wiring (CATS cable) and control wiring as per NEC. Manage work orders assigned by using VISTA (view, keep time, annotate work completed and close work orders, etc.) Monthly operation, loading and record readings on generators in accordance with policies and procedures. Perform routine scheduled preventive maintenance. Perform various maintenance tasks on Elevators to include but not limited to cleaning shafts, weekly inspections, minor adjustments, verify proper operation and assisting qualified licensed technicians with repairs. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and diagrams. Ability to select and use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment in the course of assignments and repairs. Occasionally install new equipment and systems that fall within the scope of journeyman level work as determined by the Maintenance Supervisor. Monitor and communicate with appropriate persons per medical center policy concerning station fire alarms, disaster notification and various other alarm systems. Perform all operations in a safe and efficient manner. The use of PPE where required and defined by policy and procedures is mandatory. Various housekeeping functions within the assigned work areas, as they relate to the overall mission of FMS and the Martinsburg VAMC. Wear a half face or full-face respirator when required for operations or repairs. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4pm or 8am-4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician/PD06204A Physical Requirements: Heavy Lifting (45 lbs and over); Heavy Carrying (45 lbs and over); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (up to 8 hours); Standing (up to 3 hours); Crawling (up to 1 hours); Kneeling (up to 2 hours); Repeated bending (up to 2 hours); Climbing, use of legs and arms; Both legs required; Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Both eyes required; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Hearing without aid; Other: PH Code. Working Conditions: There are times when the incumbent will be required to work overtime in support of the VAMC's mission; Most work will be conducted inside with possible exposure to temperatures in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit, chemicals, water, steam, loud noises and occasional inclement weather; The use of protective clothing or gear, such as rubber aprons, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, safety goggles, gloves or face shield, is frequently required; Incumbent will be issued with arc flash rated uniforms, to include: pants, long sleeve shirts, cotton tee shirts that are required to be worn in full while on duty; Incumbent may also be exposed to the following dangers: electrical shock, chemicals, scalds, cuts, bruises, or broken bones. This position has the potential for exposure to asbestos. This position has the potential for exposure to loud noises. This position has the potential for exposure to lead. INCUMBENTS IN THIS POSITION MAY BE SUBJECT TO: PLACEMENT IN THE ASBESTOS MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM PLACEMENT IN THE HEARING CONSERVATION SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM PLACEMENT IN THE LEAD SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM

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: Electrical EquipmentTechnical Practices (Electrical Electronic)Troubleshooting (Electrical)Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work)Without more than normal supervision Preferred Qualifications: Current Journeyman Electrician 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.