This position is locate in the Engineering department at the WNY-Buffalo location.

Duties

Duties include, but not limited to: Independently plans and completes projects which involve troubleshooting, testing, loading new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems and associated controls and equipment related to the secondary power distribution system. Performs all work in accordance with the National Electrical Code an NFPA 70E Repairs and install lighting and lighting control. Installs, tests and maintain various low voltage control systems. Installs, bends,creates raceways to support repairs or installations. Use of emt, rigid, flex and working knowledge of installation practices and bending techniques. Sets up and operates hand and power tools, benders, porta bands, drill motors and supporting trade related equipment. Uses various fasteners such as nails, screws, bonding materials, specialized anchors, concrete anchors and other trade related tasks without spalling or damage. Plans, measures, and lays out electrical materials using advanced mathematics for amperage loading, overprotection and conduit fill Has a complete understanding of the NEC and its tables and recommendations to ensure compliant electrical installations. Has the ability to understand switch orders, isolation, identify potential back-feeds as part of isolation, visible opens as part of high voltage switching. Understands and implements extremely technical testing and measuring equipment utilized in high voltage measurements and maintenance techniques to support industry standards for safety and compliance. Performs standards and techniques to adequately ground and isolate high voltage electrical equipment at voltages of 4160 & 23,000. Perform other assign duties. Work Schedule: Full-Time; Monday - Friday; 7:00am - 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician (High Voltage)/PD09416A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/02/2024. 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: ElectricalInterpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading)MaterialsMeasurement and LayoutTechnical CompetenceUse 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. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: The incumbent must be in good physical condition as his/her work involves climbing, work on ladders, and scaffolding, bending conduits which requires muscular effort and working in confined areas necessitating unusual working conditions. The electrician frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools, equipment and parts that weigh up to 20 pounds. Occasionally the electrician may lift and carry items that weigh over 20 pounds.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address VA Western New York Healthcare System 3495 Bailey Avenue Buffalo, NY 14215 US
• Name: Kim Howell
• Email: [email protected]