Electrician

U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command; Tobyhanna Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command is seeking an Electrician under Direct Hire Authority to support defense facility operations.

You will use test equipment, diagnose electrical issues, and perform preventive maintenance on electrical components, documenting repairs and keeping accurate records. Work is conducted in a standard shop environment with safety gear required; the role may involve lifting and working in cramped spaces, following all safety procedures and military

Qualifications

• Ability to perform work with minimal supervision.
• Experience using test equipment such as oscilloscope and meters.
• Maintain records of repairs and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Test equipment operation

Maintenance records

Preventive maintenance

Tools

Oscilloscope

Digital voltmeter

Voltmeter

Ammeter

Wattmeter

Megger

Ohmmeter

Analyzer

Job description

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Facilities and the Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Who May Apply:

US Citizens 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer 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. To meet the basic eligibility, you must receive at least two points on the screen-out element indicated above and must have an average of two points on all the job elements listed below. Your application will be further evaluated to determine if you meet the best qualified cut-off for referral to the selecting official.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element):

Ability to do the work of a(n) ELECTRICIAN ~ without more than normal supervision.Have the ability to perform common duties which include 1) Using test equipment such as oscilloscope, digital voltmeter, voltmeters, ampmeters, wattmeters, meggers, ohmmeters, and/or analyzers; 2) Maintaining a record of all repairs made; and 3) Performing preventive maintenance on electrical components. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Physical Effort

Frequently lifts and carries parts and assemblies weighing up to 20 pounds. May occasionally lift larger assemblies weighing up to 60 pounds. The work requires frequent bending, stooping, standing and working in cramped positions.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily inside, under normal shop conditions where it is well lighted and heated. Incumbent is subject to injury from cuts, bruises, burns, and electrical shock. The nature of the work can be classified as dirty and greasy. Incumbent is required to wear safety clothing and equipment appropriate for the job.