Electrician

Veterans Health Administration; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration at the Phoenix VA Medical Center seeks an Electrician to perform electrical maintenance, repair, construction and troubleshooting duties under the supervision of the Electric Shop Supervisor in Facilities Management Service. The role emphasizes compliance with safety standards and documented work history.

Qualified applicants should demonstrate training or experience in electrical work and the ability to interpret instructions and blueprints, with demonstrated

Qualifications

• Experience or training demonstrating ability to perform electrical work and maintenance.
• Evidence of ability to interpret instructions and blueprints.
• Ability to perform repair and troubleshooting with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance, repair, construction and troubleshooting duties.
• Work under supervision of Electric Shop Supervisor in Facilities Management Service.
• Document work performed and follow safety, codes and standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Electrical repair

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Job description

The Electrician position is at the full performance level located in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), at the Phoenix VA Medical Center (PVAMC) in the Facilities Management Service. The primary purpose of the position is to perform electrical maintenance, repair, construction and troubleshooting duties, under the supervision of the Electric Shop Supervisor, Facilities Management Service.

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Ability to Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Without more than normal supervision 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; religions; 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.