Summary This position is located in the Reserve Fleets, Office of Ship Operations, Office of the Deputy Associate Administrator for Federal Sealift, Office of the Associate Administrator for Strategic Sealift, Maritime Administration (MARAD). Responsibilities The High Voltage Electrical Worker: Interprets wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, electrical maintenance manuals, and other manufacturer's instructional manuals for high voltage power distribution systems (from 4,000 to 13,200 VAC), 480 VAC, 220 VAC, 110 VAC, 220 VDC, 110 VDC, 24 VDC, and 12 VDC, equipment. Assists in performing all @types of high and low voltage cable splicing which includes above ground, underground and underwater which is performed on a floating barge and shipboard. Assists in the installation, connection, and energizing of the various independent electrical systems installed on the ships from sources such as floating power barges, diesel generators and shore power to provide electric power to ship's switchboard, or independent systems such as fire and flooding alarms, preservation systems, or to any independent power needs such as an anchor windlass. The ideal candidate should possess the skill set and ability to assist in a wide variety of electrical inspections, tests, troubleshooting, repairs, splicing (high, medium, and low voltage), power distribution, maintenance and installation of high voltage power distribution systems (from 4, 000 to 13, 200 VAC), 480 VAC, 220 VAC, 110 VAC, 220 VDC, 110 VDC, 24 VDC and 12 VDC electrical cables, switches, transformers, and other components associated with these electrical systems. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S.Citizen and eligible for consideration. You must meet specialized experience to qualify. Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). DRUG TEST: If selected for the position you will be required to submit to a pre-employment/pre-appointment drug test, you will also be subject to Random Drug Testing. Failure or refusal to take a drug test may result in disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). Qualifications Qualifications for the position are based on the training, experience, or other requirements that determine which applicants would be able to perform satisfactorily in the position to be filled. To qualify for the WG-08, your experience should include experience equal or equivalent to the following: The ability to perform general arithmetic and algebra for electrical formulas. The ability to use electrical hand tools, test instruments, and test equipment. The ability to assist High Voltage Electricians with the satisfactory completion of Phase IV electrical inspections, and electrical overhaul, installation, maintenance, and minor repairs as assigned, following safety and standard procedures. Your application will also be rated on the following job elements: Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. Troubleshooting (electrical) Knowledge of electrical equipment Ability to interpret instructions, specification, etc. (includes blueprinting, reading) Ability To Use Electrical Drawings Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Ability to Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work) Theory and Instruments (Electrical, Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices 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; 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. If you do not meet the minimum levels in the ability to do the work OR if you do not meet the minimum level overall, you will be disqualified. Education Additional Information ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: PHYSICAL EFFORT: The employee may be required to work in tiring or uncomfortable positions. The work requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, stretching, climbing vertical ladders (up to 50 feet), and crouching. Additionally, may work on top of, under, or in tight compartments in cramped or awkward positions. May perform strenuous work while standing, lying, or sitting. The work requires frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds, without assistance, and exerting of similar effort in pushing, pulling, and positioning parts, assemblies and equipment is required. Heavier items must frequently be lifted or moved with the assistance of other workers, or with lifting devices such as jacks, hoists, and cranes. The employee is sometimes required to work from ladders or work platforms at varying heights and is also required to work from skiffs, small craft, and floating barges. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both indoors and outside. The employee is subject to prevailing weather conditions, extreme temperature, wet, and/or icy conditions when working outside. The employee is subject to irritations and discomfort from dust, grease, heat, and fumes when working either inside or outside. Incumbent works in spaces containing installed asbestos. The employee is subject to cuts, bums, chemical irritations, bruises, electrical shock, and other injuries resulting from falls or hazards of the occupation when making repairs, or when positioning and/or moving equipment. The employee must follow prescribed safety practices, and use appropriate safety equipment (e.g., protective ear devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, gloves, respirators, protective clothing, etc.), which is provided. Some safety items may be uncomfortable to wear, or may be required to be worn for prolonged periods of time. The working environment is typical of, and includes all the hazards of, a shipboard, shipyard, and/or marine - environment, including working in adverse climatic conditions and on slippery decks. May be required to work outside of normal hours in response to emergent conditions within the fleet or aboard out ported ships. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, FairChanceAct@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
