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HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICIANDepartment of the Air ForceAir Mobility CommandOverview
##### Open & closing dates
05/10/2019 to 05/16/2019
##### Service
Competitive
##### Pay scale & grade
WG 10
##### Salary
$47,771 to $55,702 per year$22.89 to $26.69 / per hour
##### Appointment type
Permanent
##### Work schedule
Full-TimeLocationFew vacancies in the following location:-Goose Creek, SCRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryClick on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view
Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT
information.The primary purpose of this position is to install. modify, test,
troubleshoot. maintain, and repair electric power controlling
equipment and/or distribution lines.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilities
Installs, modifies, tests, repairs, and maintains tranformers,
converters, regulators, cables, switches, circuit breakers,
mechanical and electronic systems, and other circuit elements
found in substations.
Installs, modifies connects, inspects, and repairs overhead and
underground electrical lines.
Troubleshoots distribution circuits and generating and
controlling equipment.
Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established
safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work
environment.
Uses and maintains various hand and power tools and test
equipment such as oscillators, meggers, phase sticks, phase
rotation meters, digital test equipment, and cable locating and
fault finding equipment.
Travel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion Potential10
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- RequirementsConditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship Required
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement
Program
Disclosure of Political Appointments
Emergency overtime may be required.
Position requires the ability to discern colors and contrast.
May be required to possess a valid operator's license in order
to drive a motor vehicle to and from work sites. AND/OR, may be
required to procure a government operator's permit or obtain a
commercial drivers license to drive and/or (cont)
(cont) operate special electrical repair trucks. Visually checks
the work of contractors for compliance with contract
specifications on new construction.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the
OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-2800 -
Electrical Installation and Maintenance Family. Although a specific
length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar
positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and 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 the quality of experience, not
necessarily the length of time.The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the
work of a High Voltage Electrician without more than normal
supervision.JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis
of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in
the following areas:
1. Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, layout, and
complete maintenance or repair work needed for high voltage
equipment and lines; and of high voltage electrical equipment
and distribution lines such as transformers, switches, circuit
breakers, recording instruments, control systems, series and
parallel, circuits, line loading, line losses.
2. Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, instruments used
in shop, and trade practices; and of troubleshooting and
locating defects and trouble spots.
3. Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices.
4. Skill in using and maintaining electrical tools and test
equipment such as oscillators, phase sticks and rotation meters,
digital test equipment, fault finding equipment, ampmeters,
voltmeters, meggers, graphic recorders, dressing tools, wire
tongs, wire tong supports, insulated tension links, tie sticks,
and insulated hoods/covers and tools.
5. Ability to use electrical drawings, blueprints, circuit
diagrams, and electronic schematics.
6. Ability to install, modify, test, repair, troubleshoot, and
maintain high voltage electric power-controlling equipment
and/or distribution lines without more than nonnal supervision.PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for
appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify
the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total
number of hours per week.VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience,
including volunteer work done through National Service Programs
(i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g.,
professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community;
student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical
competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable
training and experience that translates directly to paid
employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience,
including volunteer experience.PHYSICAL EFFORT: The employee frequently performs moderately
heavy lifting, pulling, and carrying of equipment and material
weighing up to 18 kilograms (40 pounds) and occasionally, lifts or
pulls heavy cables and equipment weighing more than 23 kilograms (50
pounds) with the help of weight handling equipment or with
assistance from other workers. Work aloft on poles, at ground level,
and in ground trenches or manholes. Work requires bending, stooping,
climbing, and. standing for long periods. Must be able to
distinguish colors and shades of colors. At times, works in awkward
positions and restricted spaces where coordination of hands, legs,
and body are needed to perform tasks.WORKING CONDITIONS: Works indoors and outdoors. Exposed to
danger from explosions of equipment and cables in manholes and
vaults, as well as danger from high voltage electrical shock, burns
from solder, broken bones, cuts, and bruises. Exposed to heat and
noise when working in substations, to extremes of weather when
working outdoors, and to unpleasant odors and wet slippery surfaces
when working in manholes. Subject to electrical burns while working
around high voltage electrical lines, broken bones from falls from
poles, and strains from awkward work positions. Also exposed to
chemicals such as insulating oil from transformers and oil switches.
Use protective devices such as earplugs, safety hats, and
nonconductive gloves and footwear.EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional informationInteragency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For
information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be
well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy,
displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above
for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your
most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting
position, grade level, and duty location.Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in
receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal
Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of
Annuitants. Click here for more information.90-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 90-day
register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 90 days after
the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as
vacancies occur.Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have
direct deposit.If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing
or speech difficulties click here.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and
responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your
eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may
affect your rating or consideration for employment.The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the
online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not
support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of
"not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not
receive further consideration for this job.All Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) applicants must complete the
assessment questionnaire in its entirety or it will result in an
ineligible rating. Applicants who meet the requirements for and
apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications
and other requirements of this position, will be given consideration
as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked
by an individual with priority/preference.APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and
consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection
process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant
performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceSecretDrug test requiredNo- Required DocumentsThe following documents are required and must be provided with
your application. Other documents may be required based on the
eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the
AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents
you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are
claiming.
Online Application - Questionnaire
Resume - must include beginning and ending month and year for
each employment period, hours worked and supervisor
Registration/License - active, current registration/license if
applicable for the position
If claiming VRA, VEOA or Veterans' Preference - a copy of your
DD Form 214, which must include character of service or a
Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service
dates and character of service. In addition, if claiming
10-point preference and/or 30% Disabled Veteran, you must submit
a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the
Armed Forces (or documentation of Purple Heart, if applicable)
and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference).
Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (Includes current
Air Force employees): You are required to submit legible
copy/copies of your last or most recent SF-50, Notification of
Personnel Action, (block 24 must be a "1" or "2" AND block 34
must be a"1").
Applicants must refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility
Guide (link provided above) for a complete list of required
documents for each eligibility you identify.
ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act Chapter 21 of Title 5,
United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 2108a, requires Federal
agencies treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled
veterans, and preference eligible, when they submit, at the time
they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in
lieu of a DD-214, assuming the service member is otherwise eligible.
A "certification" letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate
military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service
dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the
character of service. The service member's military service dates
are necessary in order to determine whether he or she meets the
definition of "veteran" under 5 U.S.C. 2108(1). The "certification"
must reflect the service member is expected to be discharged or
released from active duty service in the armed forces under
honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date of
submission. The "certification" must be signed by, or by direction
of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or
higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will
begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of active duty service, the
type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable).
Further, under paragraph (h) of the rule, agencies are required to
verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to
appointment, through the DD-214 or other appropriate documentation.
Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified
prior to appointment. Active duty members that fail to provide a
valid "certification" of service with their initial application will
be found "not eligible." Military members may be appointed before
the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member
is on terminal leave.OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees -
Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years)
showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or
statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Applicant
should not submit an appraisal that does not include this
information.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Copies of any
award received within the last 3 years.- BenefitsA 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. Learn more about federal
benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility 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.- How to ApplyThe complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM
(ET) on 05/16/2019To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following
link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10499913To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an
account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the
prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you
click the Submit My Application button at the end of the
process.To apply for this position, you must provide a complete
Application Package which includes:
Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your
qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume,
only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest
timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is
"most recent."
It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of
all documents you submit as part of your application.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate
material or content, you will not be considered for this
vacancy.
For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours
worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week
and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your
resume does not contain this information, your application may
be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration
for this position.
A complete Application Questionnaire
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section).
Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for
information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is
10499913PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that
information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received,
accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your
documents have been processed with your application package
successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by
clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear
the virus scan.Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted
by an applicant.Agency contact informationTotal Force Service CenterPhone1-800-525-0102EmailDO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLYAddressCharleston AFB
101 E Hill Blvd
Bldg 503
Charleston AFB, SC 29404
USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your application package is received an acknowledgement email
will be sent.If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message
acknowledging receipt of your application.Your application package
will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for
consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not
qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.To check the status of your application or return to a previous or
incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My
Applications, and click on the more information link under the
application status for this position.If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for
checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy
notifications will not be sent to you.- Fair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is setup to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyThe United States Government does not discriminate in employment on
the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and
gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual
orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age,
membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental
status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application process should follow
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of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the
hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable
accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work
environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an
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or receive equal access to job benefits.Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide
reasonable accommodations when:
An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an
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An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform
the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive
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office-sponsored events.
You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the
application or hiring process or while on the job. Requests are
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New employee probationary period
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to
apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/533270300. Only resumes
submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed
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Vacancy expired!