Communication Instrumentation Mechanic
What you'd do
Reclamation seeks a Communication & Instrumentation Mechanic to support the Flatiron-Pole Hill Section of the Colorado-Big Thompson Project. Help generate clean, renewable hydropower, deliver water resources, and maintain critical systems that support power production, water delivery, recreation, and local communities. Flatiron Powerplant - Loveland, CO
Major duties
Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Performs regular preventative maintenance, diagnoses equipment or system troubles, and makes repairs and/or adjustments as necessary to return equipment or systems to normal operation. Conducts research, obtains pricing, and orders suitable replacement parts for defective equipment. Interprets electrical drawings and electronic circuit diagrams to install, maintain, and fabricate various types of electronic and related equipment. Performs field tests and adjustment work on meters, relays, and other electrical or electronic equipment or systems without endangering system operations. Observes safe clearance procedures and all other applicable safety regulations. Physical Demands: Routinely lifts, carries and moves up to 50 pounds. May be required to lift and move heavier items with the assistance of others and/or with lifting devices. Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling and sitting for long periods may be required. Routinely required to push, pull, bend, reach, walk, stand, crawl, kneel, work overhead and work at heights. Climbs scaffolding and ladders at heights of 200 feet. May use power and hand tools to perform work. Working Conditions: Work is performed indoors and in the field during mixed weather seasons and subject to varying terrain requiring increased physical demands to perform duties. May work in close, restricted quarters causing the employee to work in cramped and awkward positions. Employee works on or around moving equipment and energized sources. Most work is performed in remote locations. The tools, equipment and heavy objects occasionally present chances of serious injury due to the working environment and nature of the tasks. May work in hazardous areas with hazardous materials such as: heights, confined spaces, on or around electrically energized equipment, high noise levels, and toxic chemicals (Asbestos, lead, epoxies, etc). Uses protective clothing and equipment including respirators, supplied breathing air apparatuses, fall protection harnesses, etc..Works on or around moving equipment or other obstacles such as high voltage lines, trees and walls, etc. Some work is at extreme heights and sometimes over water. Works with and properly disposes of hazardous materials used in the performance of assigned tasks. Employee works in the near vicinity of medium voltage electrical equipment. Will be required to operate equipment and other vehicles in the performance of his/her duties and is completely responsible for their safe operation. Operates such equipment in compliance with applicable Bureau, Federal, State, County and Municipal laws and regulations. Responsible for maintaining a valid State Drivers License and notifying supervisor of expiration dates or revocation of licenses or certifications or changes in physical conditions that would affect operational competency. Responsible for reporting all accidents in accordance with regulations.
What you need to qualify
All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-08/09/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience. To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation Repair, etc. Theory and Instruments (Electrical, Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position. Volunteer Experience: 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; 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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