Electrician

US National Gallery of Art; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The US National Gallery of Art seeks candidates for a trades and labor oriented role. Applicants must demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities through experience and training, and meet the screen-out elements that determine eligibility for further rating.

The position assesses capabilities in electrical knowledge, technical practices, the use of hand tools, and problem solving, with emphasis on hands-on reliability and safety in varied environments.

Qualifications

• Screen-out element sets the minimum eligibility level for consideration.
• Applicants evaluated against the listed job elements and core competencies.
• Minimum two-point screen-out requirement to proceed to rating.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision is essential.
• Knowledge of electrical equipment is required.
• Proficiency in using shop tools and performing technical tasks.

Skills

Ability to work with minimal_supervis

Knowledge of electrical equipment

Theory and instruments in shop andrade

Technical practices

Ability to use and maintain hand tools

Troubleshooting

Job description

We are the nation’s art museum, home to a renowned collection of over 160,000 works of art from antiquity to today. Millions of people come through our doors each year—with even more online—making us one of the most visited art museums in the world. Located on the National Mall, admission to the West and East Buildings, Sculpture Garden, special exhibitions, and public programs is always free.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.

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:

The following elements as defined in Civil Service Handbook are used:

1. Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. (SCREEN OUT Element)
2. Knowledge of electrical equipment.
3. Theory and instruments used in shop and trade practices
4. Technical practices
5. Ability to use and maintain hand tools.
6. Troubleshooting.

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Must be able to work unscheduled evening and weekend hours. Requires work inside and outside, in all kinds of weather. Work is in areas that are noisy, dirty, dusty and greasy. Work can be performed 30 feet above the floor, or more. Work can be in confined spaces. Work carries risk of electrical shock and burns, and entanglement in moving machinery parts. Work is near hazardous materials and chemicals. Incumbent will be required to walk climb, crawl ,kneel, stoop, bend, push and pull for extended periods of time. Must have the ability to distinguish color and shades of color for wire color codes. Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds.

Note: Applicants who are referred to the hiring office for selection consideration may be required to submit writing and/or work samples as part of the interview/selection process. If the hiring office decides to request a writing and/or work sample as part of its selection process, the vacancy contact will reach out to you by email to: (1) inform you of this requirement; and (2) provide further instructions.

OPM Qualifications Standard

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-2800

You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

"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.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.