POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC (HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICIAN)

Your tasks

Click 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, operate, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical power production equipment and associated components, electrical distribution equipment, and aircraft arresting barriers. To install, modify, test, troubleshoot, maintain and repair electric power controlling equipment, various electrical systems.

• Installs, inspects, and performs modifications and repairs to electrical power support systems such as electrical power plants and power distribution equipment.
• Installs, 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 buildings and structures.
• Performs preventive maintenance on electrical power support systems.
• Troubleshoots electrical power support systems such as electrical power plants and power distribution equipment.
• Maintains records and documents actions. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements

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. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5300 Industrial Equipment Maintenance Group. 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 ability to do the work of a WG-5378 POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC (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 principles of electricity (AC/DC), solid state circuitry, and safety rules and regulations pertaining to powered support systems; and the operation of emergency generator power systems. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures; environmental standards and requirements; and regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation.

1. Skill in reading, interpreting, and using wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, blueprints, technical orders, technical publications, and similar guides. Skill in using hand and power tools, instruments, test equipment and electrical meters to include special tools such as hydraulic knock-out tools, hammers, drills, valve spring compressors, micrometers, oscillators, phase sticks and rotation meters, digital test equipment, fault finding equipment, ammeters, voltmeters, meggers, graphic recorders, dressing tools, wire torrgs, wire tong supports, insulated tension links, tie sticks, and insulated hoods/covers and tools; and installing, operating, inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and modifying generators, automatic transfer switches, and uninterruptible power systems.

1. Skill in troubleshooting complex situations related to electrical power generators.

1. Ability to apply shop procedures, policies, written and oral instructions, and directives sufficient to provide training to others.

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. Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, instruments used in shop, and trade practices; and of troubleshooting and locating defects and trouble spots

1. Ability to install, modify, test, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain high voltage electric power-controlling equipment and/or distribution lines without more than normal 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.

Other

Physical Effort Performs work which involves frequent bending, reaching, crouching, standing, and arm movement. Sometimes must work in awkward positions or cramped areas, Must frequently lift and carry items weighing up to about 40 pounds and lift heavier items using jacks, hoists, or helpers, Work aloft on poles, at ground level, and in ground trenches or manholes. Must be able to distinguish colors and shades of colors.

Working Conditions May work inside or outside. Inside work involves frequent exposure to drafts, changing temperature, and loud noise. Outside work may involve exposure to bad weather, rain or snow, or wet or icy conditions. Both inside and outside, frequently exposed to irritation or discomfort from dust, heat, fumes, and hard damp floors or surfaces. Exposed to heat and noise when working in substations, and to unpleasant odors and wet slippery surfaces when working in manholes. Subject to electrical burns while working ardund high voltage electrical lines. Also exposed to chemicals such as insulating oil from transformers and oil switches. Works on parts and systems which are dirty and greasy and which may be dangerous to operate or repair because of defects. Incumbent is frequently exposed to the possibility of receiving cuts, burns, bruises, strains, and electrical shock while repairing, positioning, adjusting, and moving equipment, and is exposed to the possibility of receiving bums and skin irritations from acids, fluids, and lubricants. 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, brokch bones. To reduce the dangers and irritations from the above conditions, the incumbent must follow numerous salety procedures and wear equipment such as protective eye glasses, ear devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, respirators, gloves, nonconductive gloves and footwear, and clothing. Some of these safety items may be uncomfortable to wear or usc, and may be worn or used for long periods.