HIGH Voltage Electrician with Security Clearance

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Duties You will install, modify, connect, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair low and high voltage breakers, protective devices, overhead and underground primary electrical distribution lines and similar equipment carrying voltages up to 69,000 Volts. You will install transformers, capacitors, insulators, lightning arrestors, switches, circuit breakers, fuses, meters, protective devices, poles, and other accessories used in connection with main distribution lines of voltages up to 69,000 Volts. You will locate faults and trouble spots on distribution lines by line inspection, and by use of various electrical testing instruments on equipment up to 69,000 Volts. You will climb poles or work from overhead platforms to string overhead wire. You will determine what equipment to use when working with live circuits and follow drawings or diagrams to perform work on circuits, distribution networks, or equipment interconnections. Requirements Conditions of Employment Per the preliminary nationwide injunction on E.O. 14043, COVID-19 vaccinations will not be implemented or enforced. For more information on vaccine status and workplace safety protocol requirements see Additional Information below. You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift. Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time. You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination and annually thereafter. This is a bargaining unit position. You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license. You will be required to obtain and maintain a California Class "B" Driver's License within 6 months of appointment. Qualifications 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. WG-10: The Screen-out Element for this position is the ability to perform the duties of a HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICIAN without more than normal supervision as demonstrated by the following: 1) Installing wire or cable distribution lines from public utility supply point to distribution substations; 2) Setting proper wire tension or sag in accordance with strength and weight of wire, length of span, and wire contraction and expansion in temperature changes; and 3) Understanding drawings and diagrams of distribution network, equipment, and control circuits. NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for the position. WG-08: The Screen-out Element for this position is the ability to perform the duties of a HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICIAN without more than normal supervision as demonstrated by the following: 1) Installing transformers, capacitors, insulators, switches, circuit breakers, and fuses in connection with main distribution lines; 2) Using test equipment such as ohmmeters, voltage testers, clamp-on ammeters, and meggers to determine high resistance, grounds and open circuits; 3) Climbing poles to string overhead wire; and 4) Driving bucket trucks to install and repair high voltage electrical equipment and cables. NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for the position. 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: 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. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The incumbent can be expected to work on power poles, at ground level, and in underground trenches or manholes. Work requires bending, stooping, climbing, standing and working in awkward and strained positions for long periods of time. Coordination of eyes, hands, legs, and body is essential in installing, repairing, and testing electrical equipment in confined spaces such as manholes and overhead structures. Uses normal color perception to identify wires by color code. Performs moderately heavy lifting, pulling, carrying of equipment, and materials weighing up to 75 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works outside 90 percent of the time in all kinds of weather. Works on poles up to 65 feet high. Works with voltage up to 69,000 volts. Works below ground in electrical vaults and trenches, and sewer lift stations. Is subjected to the danger of electrical shock and burns when working on live circuits and burns from soldering irons and molten metal when working on wires and cables. may be exposed to extreme heat when working in stormy weather conditions when working outside, and wet, slippery walking surfaces in and around manholes. Injuries suffered could include cuts, bruises, sprains, broken limbs, and electrical shock. Is exposed to injury from explosions of equipment, cables in vaults, high voltage electrical shock (up to 69KV), falls, broken bones, cuts and bruises. Uses safety glasses, goggles, face shields, rubber gloves, barriers, flags, safety belts, insulated tools, foul weather gear, and other safety gear to ensure maximum personal safety. 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 covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. This position is 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. This position may require shift work. Call back and emergency overtime are regular requirements of this position. Incumbent may work at a job site or location other than a permanently assigned location. This position requires exposure to high noise levels. Vacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed. If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. 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. A relocation incentive may be authorized. 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: 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. Benefits 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.