Electrician

Electricians grade 10 work from building plans blueprints wiring diagrams engineering drawings and electrical maintenance and repair manuals to plan and lay out the routing placement type size gauge balance load continuity and safe operation of electrical lines circuits systems equipment and controls. They determine and place distribution panels boxes fittings and connections and install wiring couplings conduit relays fixtures transformers and other electrical devices including electrical service entrances.

Skill and Knowledge: At this grade electricians must have a knowledge of the operation and installation of a variety of complete electrical systems and equipment such as series parallel and compound circuits for single and multiple phase alternating current of varying voltage amperage and frequency; wiring systems in industrial complexes and in buildings; and power or regulating and control circuits and distribution panels to industrial machinery ships control equipment computers or laboratory and other electrical equipment.

As the Electrician the incumbents duties include but are not limited to:

• Receive general information as to the arrangement of a new system scheduled completion date size and capacity of equipment to meet the objective of the project.
• Size layout and integrate systems associated with the operation of the HVAC and energy management system.
• Maintain and perform preventive maintenance on extremely complex systems.
• Respond to pre-alarm and alarm conditions to prevent damage to expensive systems.
• Conduct operational checks prior to and after repairs to ensure that proper pressures temperatures alarms controls and customer satisfaction is achieved.
• Repair the electrical distribution systems and equipment such as electric beds parking gate system various communication systems laundry equipment pharmacy CMOP equipment kitchen equipment etc.
• Troubleshoot sophisticated circuitry and controls associated with such systems as the computerized pneumatic tube system computerized fire alarm system elevators and dumbwaiters HVAC emergency generators etc. to determine proper voltage amperage resistance etc.
• Troubleshoot test equipment used in the testing of circuit breakers switchgear receptacles etc.
• Interpret drawings specifications schematics operator and parts manuals etc. of varying degrees of complexity for complete systems.
• Use and operate hand and power tools equipment or machines varying in difficulty.
• Operate complex emergency generators and related systems.
• Assist other Activation and Operation Team members in performing their duties repairing and maintaining physical structures facilities and utility systems.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm
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.

Working Environment: Incumbent is exposed to heat restricted ventilation and poor illumination in areas such as equipment rooms. Incumbent is exposed to all weather conditions when working outside (parking areas roof etc.). Incumbent is exposed to varying climatic conditions from an office to environmentally controlled space to excessive heat such as in the boiler plant. Incumbent is exposed to various hazardous materials in the course of performing work assignments. The incumbent is provided protective clothing equipment and safety devices for his personal protection. The emergency generator rooms and equipment rooms are above the allowable decibel rating and hearing protection is provided. Diesel fumes and hazardous gases are in the work environment during various tasks. Respiratory protection is provided for the incumbent. Incumbent is at high-voltage electric shock; explosions of equipment or cables; injury from falls burns bruises and cuts. Incumbent works in crowded areas and around moving machinery. Incumbent is also required to work in patient areas which are contaminated with various diseases including HIV TB and is issued personal protective equipment/clothing to be worn. Incumbent may come in contact with asbestos containing materials during the performance of tasks; and is issued protective equipment/clothing which will allow for the incumbent to assist in the removal.

• U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by a background investigation
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the Required Documents section of this announcement.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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 (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.