ELECTRICIAN

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

01QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-2800, Electrical Installation and Maintenance Group, Electrician, 2805 series. 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 an 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: Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.

Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, lay out, install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of complete systems. Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and instruments used in shop and trade practices, and of electrical equipment, i.e., test lamps, multi meters, circuit analyzers, circuit breaker testers, voltage recording meters, meggers, watt meters, ohmmeters, and ammeters.

Skill in using and maintaining hand tools such as, screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, strippers, cable pullers, drills, soldering irons, and manual or power conduit benders and threaders. Skill in troubleshooting and tracing hard-to-locate defects or problems.

Must have a basic familiarity with electronics to troubleshoot electrical circuits containing electronic components in order to isolate the cause of the malfunction, whether electrical or electronic, in complex relay logic circuits for electrical control systems, computer interface devices, analog/digital controls, and solid state motor control circuits for referral to an electronics mechanic for repair Physical effort: Physical effort at this grade is the same as that described at the grade 8 level; thereare no differences in physical effort required at grade 11.

02Working conditions

In addition to the working conditions described at the previous levels, grade 11electricians may be exposed to temperature extremes in test facilities, extremely high noise levels,and exposure to radiation, chemicals, or carcinogens 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.

CriticalInstalls, repairs or replaces, modifies, loads, and tests new and existing electrical lines, circuits,systems, fixtures, panels, switches, breakers, and controls located in and near installation buildingsand structures, in direct support of, United States Space Forces, National Defense programs,worldwide GPS satellites systems and equipment.

Maintains and installs secondary switchgear,Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) systems andassociated batteries, distribution lines, 2000 VA (Kilo Volt Amperes) and larger electrical load centersproviding technical and utility power. CriticalTroubleshoots problem areas and inspects for defective equipment and faulty wiring. CriticalTroubleshoots distribution circuits and generating and controlling equipment.

Makes emergencyrepairs and substitutions of power lines and equipment, sometimes working on distribution systemswhen they are energized. CriticalUtilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations andmaintains asafe and clean work environment. CriticalUses and maintains various types of hand and/or power tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers, wirecutters, soldering irons, cable pullers, hydraulic benders, and pipe threading machines.