Electrician
What you'd do
The Electrician is in the Maintenance and Operations Section of Facilities Management and receives little or no detailed instructions in the performance of assigned tasks. The incumbent plans and lays out the work to be performed on a task and prepares electrical diagram. The tasks are complex in nature and require a broad knowledge of equipment and systems; principles and application of the National Electric Code; 4160/13,800 volt distribution systems; and A.C. and D.C. theory.
Major duties
VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (TVHS) is an integrated tertiary health care system comprised of two hospitals, the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center in Murfreesboro and the Nashville VA Medical Center, as well as 21 outpatient clinics located in middle Tennessee and southern Kentucky. TVHS provides ambulatory care, primary care, and secondary care in acute medicine and surgery, specialized tertiary care, transplant services, spinal cord injury outpatient care, and a full range of extended care and mental health services. More than 146,000 Veterans in middle Tennessee, southern Kentucky, and northern Georgia trust VA TVHS for their health care needs. TVHS is the seventh largest VA medical center system in the nation serving roughly 75 counties with robust research and development, health care innovation, and more. Middle Tennessee offers an abundance of entertainment such as historic music venues, NFL Titans and NHL Predators, recreational activities, and natural sceneries ideal for any individual. Additionally, Tennessee does not have state taxes making the area more attractive to high-quality candidates. The Electrician has education and experience as a journeyman Electrician which indicates an extensive knowledge of work practices, methods and requirements of the National Electric Code. The incumbent must have a comprehensive trade knowledge of electrical theory (A.C. and D.C.), principles, elements, and systems operations. The Electrician uses shop mathematics to calculate circuit values and amp loads, determine when limitations of systems and/or equipment are exceeded, and recognize excessive current flow or other signs of improper operation. The incumbent must have knowledge of other trades such as refrigeration, air conditioning, pipefitting and a machinist. As the Electrician, the incumbent's duties include, but are not limited to: Plan and lay out work to be performed on specific tasks, i.e. ordering of material to construct or replace complete motor control center for critical life safety equipment and systems. Prepare electrical diagrams in planning and laying out of work. Extensive Knowledge of A.C. and D.C. theory. Size, layout and integrate systems associated with the operation of the HVAC and the energy management system. Maintain and perform preventive maintenance on extremely complex systems. i.e. switchgear associated with multiple emergency generators which serve all critical, life safety and emergency equipment loads for the medical center. Repair of multiple pump and compressor systems such as domestic water boosters, primary chill water pumps, secondary chill water pumps, medical/surgical vacuum medical air compressors, dental evaluation systems, service air compressors, centrifugal chillers, and reciprocating chillers. Monitor systems through energy management system, which require additional complex circuits in order for them to be remotely monitored at the boiler room and other predetermined locations. Repairs electrical distribution systems and equipment to include electric beds, parking gate system, various communication systems, laundry equipment, pharmacy CMOP equipment, kitchen equipment, etc. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician/PD07279A Physical Requirements: The duties of this position require physical exertion involving lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying objects of varying weights, sizes and shapes. Physical effort is exerted in walking, running, climbing, crawling, and bending. Strain related to lack of movement such as standing in place, crouching, or stooping for extended periods of time.
What you need to qualify
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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 Drawings Electrical Equipment Technical Practices Technical Practices (Electrical Electronic) Troubleshooting (Electrical) Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work) 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.
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