Power Plant Electrician A, WB-2810-00, Reassignment, (46025)

US Army Corps of Engineers; Saltash; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal engineering agency is seeking a Power Plant Electrician A to maintain and troubleshoot electrical equipment at a hydroelectric power project. Candidates must be current permanent USACE employees and possess relevant qualifications and skills to ensure safe operation of the facility. Excellent opportunity for those in the electrical field looking for a permanent position.

Benefits

Relocation incentives may be authorized

Direct deposit of pay is required

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to perform installation, modification, and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Execute plans under the direction of the senior electrician.
• Maintain, install, and troubleshoot power plants.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, modification, and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Ensure safe operation of hydroelectric power project.
• Execute daily work assignments under the direction of the senior electrician.

Skills

Ability to perform common tasks of a Power Plant Electrician

Experience in hydropower and electrical dams

Ability to operate cranes and hoist equipment

Education

Qualifications as an ‘A’ Electrician

Job description

Announcement Type

TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

South Atlantic Division (SAD) - Charleston District

Locations (City, State)

St Stephens, SC

Position Overview/Duties

Position Title: Power Plant Electrician A, WB-2810-00

Series/Grade: WB-2810-00

Who May Apply: This position is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY. You must be a power plant electrician to qualify.

Open Period: 25 August – 3 September

Duty Location: St. Stephen, SC.

• Interested candidates should provide their resume in TARP.
• Provide qualifications as a Power Plant Electrician A in accordance with SAD Policy/Regulations.
  
  

Duties

• In accordance with standard operating procedures and established trade techniques the incumbent serves as a Power Plant Electrician A with responsibility performing installation, modification, diagnostic evaluation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of all electrical equipment at a hydroelectric power project which consists of a powerhouse, dam or dams, and related works. The unit rated capacities vary from 1,000 kW to 175,000 KW with transmission voltages up to 230,000 volts. The plants may include reversible generator/turbine units capable of pumping. In the absence of the Power Plant Senior Electrician, the incumbent may be required to perform any of the duties of that position.
  
  

Other Conditions and Requirements

This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for non-competitive placements; to include voluntary reassignments, promotions not-to-exceed 120 days, voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions of longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.

• Other Conditions and Requirements:
• This job opportunity is open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES ONLY
• Minimum Experience Requirement: Power Plant Electrician A (Screen Out Element): Must have the ability to perform common tasks of a Power Plant Electrician in a hydroelectric power plant of 84- megawatt generation capability or larger. Can execute plans and daily work assignments under the direction of the senior electrician. Has the ability to maintain, install, and troubleshoot hydropower and electrical dams, maintain records and data associated with maintenance and repair work. Has the capability to operate cranes, spillway gates, and hoist equipment, and perform associated rigging required for safe operation of hoist equipment. Has qualifications as an ‘A’ Electrician in accordance with SAD Policy/Regulation. Has the ability to execute work assignments, giving criticality to the highest priority work under senior electrician's direction, to work in teams and treat everyone with respect and dignity.
• Other Requirements:

Applications must be submitted after 12: 01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 1 1 : 59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.

All positions requiretheapplicanttobeacitizenoftheUnitedS tates.

Male applicants born after December 3 1, 1 959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.

Atrialorprobationaryperiodmaybe required.

Direct deposit ofpayis required.

This position hasaTemporaryDuty (TDY) or business travelrequirementofapproximately 25 %ofthe time.

PCS may be authorized.

Relocation incentives may be authorized. Before the payment of a Relocation Incentive, an employee must provide residence documentation and maintain a residence in the new geographic location for the duration of the service agreement.

This position has been designated as meeting the criteria for random drug testing under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program.

This position is subject to a pre- employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement in an on- duty accident.

This position requires the completion of a pre- employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. Must be able to lift over 45 lbs.

This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U. S . states or possessions to operate vehicles.

This position requires the following training/certifications prior to employment or within a specified period of time after appointment:

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The 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

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications

Candidates will be evaluated IAW OPM Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.