Summary Serves as an Electric Power Controller in the Pentagon Shops - Electrical Program. This shop is centralized in the RDF / Pentagon Generator Station. The incumbent serves as the operator in charge during rotating shifts on assigned watches. Responsibilities Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following: Performs a variety of journeyman electrician duties on diesel powered electric generators ranging from 6 KW to 2 MW and 110/240 volt portable light carts to 13,800 volt 3 phase network-alternating systems; when directed, assumes fully the duties and responsibilities of the Electric Power Controller Supervisor in his absence. Starts and places generators in service as required by the demand for power, adjusting voltage regulators, equalizing the phase voltage, synchronizing the generators, adjusting governors, and closing the circuit breakers. Performs high voltage switching as needed on 4160 Volt and 13,800 Volt systems. Performs routine and special generator plant maintenance such as cleaning/adjusting generating units and all auxiliary equipment, adjusting/calibrating regulators, governors, and circuit breakers; performs benchwork of an electrical or mechanical nature. Locates and must be alert to take proper action in case of trouble with the system, such as switching the load to generators not on line, changing circuits in the event of overloads or short circuits resetting overload relays and changing to hand regulation in the event of voltage regulator or governor trouble. Examines and tests various equipment such as fuel storage tanks and supply lines, gauges and meters, turbochargers, fuel injectors and manifolds, exhaust silencers and engine exhaust systems, diesel engines, reduction gears and automatic engine controls; performs major and minor repairs to generating plant equipment. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, you must meet the requirements described below. Qualifying Experience: There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. You resume must reflect your ability to do the work of an Electronic Power Controller without more than normal supervision: operating, maintaining, repairing, and diagnosing failures in diesel engines and electric generators and large DC power systems such as battery strings, and monitoring distribution of generated current Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including Military service or 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. Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience within the body of their resume. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: For short periods of time pulling and tugging tools is required. Regular standing, stooping, and reaching are required in servicing this equipment. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a well heated, lighted, and ventilated area except for that time when diesel engines are in operation and discharge fumes are not fully removed by the exhaust system. The environment is hazardous due to high noise levels, live electrical equipment, and moving parts on engines and the generators. Subject to call on a 24 - hour basis and rotation to any of the three shifts on a forty-hour, five- day-week. When work is being performed in an asbestos containment area, special precautions must be taken. These include but are not limited to following the guidelines for working above ceilings and for wearing protective equipment such as tyvek suits and respirators. Protective equipment is required while working with other hazards as well. All qualifications must be met at the closing date of this announcement. Education Education is not substitutable of for experience for this position. Additional Information A one year probationary or trial period may be required. Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions will be required to submit to urinalysis screening for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement. This position requires a pre-employment and annual physical exams. We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date. Moving costs will not be paid. Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives are not authorized. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here. This position has been designated as "Mission Essential." Incumbent will be required to report to work or relocate to a new duty location, within the United States, in times of local/national emergency. Employee is subject to recall or call back during off-shift hours, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, if required by upper management. Shift work required. Shift hours will be: 1st shift 0730-1600, 2nd shift 15:30-2400 and 3rd shift 2400-0700. For more information on veterans' preference click here. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (to verify your registration status click here). Interagency 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 at 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. This position is subject to the limitations imposed by the DOD Priority Placement Program. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Military Spouse Preference (MSP) eligible candidates will receive priority consideration at the highest grade level for which they have applied and been determined best qualified up to and including the full performance level. PPP Application Based Preference Eligibles (Military Reserve and National Guard technicians, Military Reserve and National Guard technicians receiving disability retirement, and Retained Grade employees) will receive priority consideration at the full performance level only. For more information regarding qualifications requirements please click here. You may submit a cover letter which will be forwarded to the selecting official with your resume. Your cover letter will not be used to verify your qualifications or eligibility
