ELECTRICIAN
What you'd do
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the Domestic DIB, MRTFB Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered.
Major duties
You will install, repair, modify, troubleshoot, load and test new and existing electrical line, circuits, systems, fixtures and controls located in and near installation building and structures. You will plan and determine the routing, placement, type, size, gauge, balance, load, continuity and safe operation of circuits, systems, equipment and controls. You will perform preventive maintenance on equipment and systems following preventive maintenance guides and trade knowledge. You will use standard techniques and tools to make repairs entailing similar tasks as directed on less complex electronic equipment.
What you need to qualify
Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. Resume did not effectively convey the ability to do the work / the skills of the Job Elements identified within the announcement showing the ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF An ELECTRICIAN, WG-2805-10 without more than normal supervision such as: Installing, repairing and maintaining various electrical systems, controls and equipment at a Tradesman/Tradesperson, i.e., Journeyman level experience in the electrician trade. Interpreting and applying blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, technical manuals, National Electric Code, National Fire Codes, local codes, and to use trade formulas to calculate common properties. Working knowledge of electrical trade tools and test equipment. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-2800 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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.
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