High Voltage Electrician
What you'd do
Do you have experience working on high voltage electrical systems? If so, we are looking for exceptionally talented and motivated individuals with backgrounds in high voltage electrical systems (200 to 34,000 volts). If you want to play a significant role in a dynamic organization, consider joining the NIH Office of Research Facilities (ORF) today! For more information, visit the ORF website.
Major duties
Working as an High Voltage Electrician in the Office of Research Facilities (ORF), some of your duties will include, but are not limited to the following: Dismantle, repair, and assemble asynchronous and induction motors, motor generators, protective relays, and high voltage circuit breakers. Pull in conductor, assemble bus bars, phases out and connects conductors. Perform emergency cut-outs and substitutions and power lines and equipment, sometimes working on distribution systems when they are energized. Repair electrical auxiliary equipment in the boiler and refrigeration plants. Install, repair, and maintain complex electric power generating and distributing equipment, trues commutators, and slip rings of rotary equipment. Perform routine and advanced test procedures to enable testing of all devices and equipment on the system.
What you need to qualify
Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most craft and trades positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position.The approved job elements for this occupation are listed as follows: Ability to do the work without more than normal supervision. (screen out) Knowledge of electrical equipment. Theory and instruments (Electrical, Electronic) used in shop and trades practices. Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic.) Ability to use electrical drawings. Ability to use and maintain hand tools (Electrical Work). Troubleshooting (electrical). We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13000664
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