Electrician.

Duties Serve as a Journeyman electrician to install and repair a variety of electrical systems.Repair a wide variety of electrical equipment.Apply electrical theory and principles to complete repair and installation of electrical systems.Plan the layout of electrical wiring using blueprints, sketches and/or general instructions.Follow wiring diagrams to install electrical circuits.Use tools such as voltmeter, ampmeter, ohmmeter to test electrical circuits and equipment.Test old circuits to see if faulty condition is corrected after repairs.Troubleshoot electrical problems.Locate source of electrical malfunctions to perform repair and replacement of defective parts.Install conduit to route electrical wiring. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter.The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. (NOTE: You will be required to provide a copy of your driver's license)This position requires the employee to work on ladders, scaffolds and platforms and frequently involves working in uncomfortable or awkward positions which require standing, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing.This position works inside buildings and shops as well as outside. Incumbent is subject to contact with dirt and soiling of hands and clothing, to shocks and burns from voltages up to 600 volts, and cuts and bruises.The incumbent is subject to re-call during off-duty hours, to include weekends and holidays, for emergency repairs.Appointment to this position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.This position has a requirement to lift up to 44 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electrician ~ without more than normal supervision. Installing, repairing, and modifying new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems and fixtures. Planning the layout of electrical installation to include circuits. Diagnosing, repairing and maintaining a variety of electrical devices, equipment and components. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort - Work requires making repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms. Work is often in hard-to-reach places which require standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing in tiring and awkward positionsWorking Conditions - This position works inside buildings and shops as well as outside. Incumbent is subject to contact with dirt and soiling of hands and clothing, to shocks and burns from voltages up to 600 volts, and cuts and bruises. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.Direct Deposit of Pay is required.If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the This is a(n) Installation Management Career Program position aligned under the Installations Career Management DirectorateMultiple positions may be filled from this announcement.Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.Student loan repayment may be authorized.Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized. Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorizedCredit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.