This position is in the Maintenance and Repair unit, Engineering Section of the Facilities Management Service Line. The incumbent performs maintenance, repair and installation of minor electrical equipment and lighting systems throughout the medical center.

Duties

Major Duties: Maintenance & Repair: 100% Performs visual examinations and operational tests to determine the need for and performance of repair, maintenance, and construction work in the electrical trade at the worker level of difficulty. Work assignments include but not limited to pulling new services, providing electrical inspections on personal equipment, installation, programming, and repair of outlets, relays, and switches; installation and maintenance of a variety of lighting systems, and testing circuits for completeness after making repairs. Performs other duties as assigned. FACTORS: Factor 1 - Skill and Knowledge: The incumbent is expected to ensure they have a working knowledge of all national and local electrical codes, comply with all EPA standards for parts disposals, have full knowledge of and practice all safety regulations pertaining to his/her duties. The incumbent must have the ability to read and follow wiring diagrams. Electrical worker must have the skill needed to remove and replace fixtures, control and to make repairs such as tightening connections, wrapping exposed wiring and solder loose wire leads to contact points. He/she must have the skill needed to measure, cut, and bend such things as wire conduit to specified lengths and angles. Must have skill in the use of hand tools and a small variety of test equipment. Must have the ability to research intricate details of progressively advanced lighting components and systems as well as be able to coordinate and facilitate lighting maintenance alongside various lighting contractors. Factor 2 - Responsibility: The Electrical Worker is under the supervision of the Electric/HVAC Maintenance Supervisor and receives assignments from the supervisor either verbally or by written work order. On more difficult assignments, the incumbent may assist journeymen and receive instructions from this individual. Incumbent is charged with the responsibility of selecting the proper materials and tools to accomplish assignments; and determining proper procedures to complete the assigned tasks. Upon completion of assignments, incumbent must clean up the areas in which worked, PD #93966-A removing debris, returning unused parts, cleaning, and returning tools. A higher-grade electrician or supervisor gives advice on unusual problems and checks to see that completed work meets requirements. Incumbent must complete assignments adhering to the Safety Codes pertaining to this field of work. Incumbent performs a wide variety of self-directed and supervised work. Generally, work orders not requiring the attention or level of expertise required by a journeyman position are assigned for independent work. Incumbent is also assigned to assist skilled journeymen on more complex, unusual, and difficult tasks, receiving instructions and on the job training in progressively more difficult skills and associated knowledge to develop appropriate skills and knowledge of the trades. This may be required due to high complexity of the task requiring the assistance of the worker under the review of the assigned journeyman or where the addition of a second journeyman is not required by the difficulty or where the duties can be more economically completed by the worker. Completes job and equipment maintenance records and assembles lists of basic materials and supplies needed for work assignments. Must actively and continually develop and apply an increasing understanding, knowledgeability and skills through on-the-job training and experience; review and study of technical and administrative publications, codes, and standards; and other training, career development and continuing education opportunities. Wearing of the prescribed uniform and use of appropriate personal protective safety equipment is required, as well as conformance with government-wide, agency, and local facility policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Demonstrates cooperativeness, adaptability, and flexibility to perform effectively as a team member for and with others toward the common mission. Brings tools, equipment, and materials appropriate to work assignments to and from work areas and shop and storage areas; keeps shop and work areas and equipment clean, secure and orderly; observes safe practices; and safely and properly removes and disposes of waste, debris and excess materials. Performs other related duties as assigned and may be required to become familiar with some of the basic functions, procedures, methods, and skills of some other related work. *See Qualification section for Factors 3 & 4 Physical Effort / Work Environment. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7AM to 3:30PM Position Description Title/PD#: Electrical Worker/PD93966A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not 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, 12/04/2024. 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: Electric DrawingsElectrical EquipmentTechnical Practices (Electrical Electronic)Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work)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. Physical Requirements / Working Conditions: Factor 3 - Physical Effort: Continuous eye-hand coordination is necessary and in most of his duties high concentration and mental application is required in lining and adjusting controls. The incumbent is required in lining and adjusting controls. The incumbent is required to do strenuous work such as carrying heavy tools, material, and equipment up to 20 pounds. Occasionally lifts objects in excess of 40 pounds with assistance of another person or mechanical assistance. Factor 4 - Work Environment: Most work is performed inside buildings, usually adequately lights, heated, ventilated, or cooled. Occasionally work may be performed in very cold, hot, or unventilated areas or outside. Exposure to lubricants and other chemicals and fumes is common, as well as the ever-present hazards of electrical shock and burns, and the physical hazards of electro-mechanical equipment. Exposure to radiation and contaminated or infectious biological hazards may occur. Electrical worker is required to crawl into tight spaces, and work great heights on ladders, scaffolds, and platforms at heights up to 18 feet above ground, in the pursuit of his work. He must be capable of standing, bending, climbing ladders and scaffolds, and in general, have use of his limbs.

Education

Not Required

Contacts

• Address Ann Arbor VA Medical Center 2215 Fuller Road Ann Arbor, MI 48105 US
• Name: Robert Coman
• Phone: 734-596-3797
• Email: [email protected]