ELECTRICIAN
What you'd do
You will serve as a ELECTRICIAN in the MYPT PROD BR, FRCMA VRT DEPT of FLTREADCEN DET MID ATLANTIC PAX RIVER.
Major duties
You will design, modify and operate various test rigs and equipment, to meet the test requirements of ALRE and Visual Landing Aid systems and components being developed by scientific and engineering personnel. You will perform hydrostatic and operational cycle tests of experimental, new or modified components for ALRE systems. You will utilize a variety of skills and personal initiative to overcome any deficiencies in design, availability of material and the operation of test devices to obtain specified results. You will fabricate various electrical parts, using various materials of appropriate conducting, resisting or insulating properties.
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. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1) Demonstrating expert proficiency in independently reading and interpreting building plans, complex wiring diagrams, and engineering blueprints to plan, lay out, and balance industrial multiphase electrical loads. 2) Utilizing electrical test equipment-including meggers, ammeters, multimeters, and circuit tracers-to troubleshoot and isolate hard-to-locate systemic electrical defects. 3) Demonstrating capability in the precise measurement, cutting, threading, and bending of conduit, alongside the splicing, soldering, and termination of diverse wire gauges. 4) Maintaining strict adherence to National Electrical Code (NEC) standards, industrial safety protocols, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures when working with secondary power distribution systems and high-amperage circuits. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements 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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