ELECTRIC POWER CONTROLLER

Duties

• Operate a central switchboard to actuate remotely controlled circuit breakers, transformers, and switches to regulate and maintain correct voltage on distribution lines.
• Diagnose malfunctions in electrical circuits on power distribution equipment.
• Check and adjust steam output capacity and electrical generation to meet varying loads.
• Monitor data from wattmeters, voltmeters, and ammeters of feeders to ensure equipment is operating correctly.
• Adjust controls to regulate the flow of electric power.

Qualifications

• 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.
• The Screen-out Element for this position is:
  • Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
  • Performing the following:
  • Operating power generation and distribution systems supporting a myriad of industrial and residential operations on the Naval base;
  • Operating control panels that allow remote starting of diesel engine powered generators as well as monitoring commercial power and conversion to auxiliary power systems;
  • Monitoring of voltage and amperage and making exacting adjustments to the system to assure adequate power for load demands;
  • Reading/analyzing a variety of interrelated meter indications to detect abnormal conditions such as, circuit overloads, improper line voltages, or equipment temperature;
  • Determining the causes of these abnormal conditions and making necessary corrections by adjusting controls.

Additional Information

This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. "This position is being recruited for the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) and may subsequently be realigned under the Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC)"

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

This position requires rotating shift work. This position may be subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.

Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee.

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