Electrician at U.S. Coast Guard Connecticut

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard; Connecticut; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking a qualified Electrician for the Connecticut location. This role includes responsibilities such as installing, modifying, and troubleshooting electrical systems in various settings including residential, organizational, and ships.

Candidates must be U.S. Citizens with a valid driver's license and complete a medical examination. The position may require a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen or National
• Registered or exempt from the Selective Service
• Valid U.S. state driver’s license
• Completion of a pre-employment medical examination
• One-year probationary period may be required

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, repair, load, and test electrical wiring systems
• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems
• Plan and layout work and complete repairs
• Operate systems and equipment with minimal supervision

Skills

Knowledge of electrical equipment theory

Ability to read and use electrical drawings

Proficiency with hand tools

Electrical troubleshooting skills

Job description

Electrician job at U.S. Coast Guard. Connecticut.

Summary

This vacancy is for an Electrician, WG-2805-10 located in the Department of Homeland Security, United States Coast Guard, Facilities Engineering, Public Works Division, United States Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, repair, load, and test electrical wiring systems, fixtures, controls, and equipment in industrial, institutional, office, and residential buildings, and on ships.
• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems and ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code.
• Plan and layout work, trace hard‑to‑locate defects or problems, and complete repairs and installations.
• Operate systems and equipment with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or National.
• Registered or exempt from the Selective Service.
• Valid U.S. state driver’s license.
• Completion of a pre‑employment medical examination.
• One‑year probationary period may be required.
• Must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical equipment theory and instruments.
• Ability to read and use electrical drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools and programmable logic controls.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with National Service (volunteer work) is considered creditable.

Education

No positive education requirement.

Foreign Education

Foreign education may be used to meet qualification requirements if comparable to education received in accredited institutions in the United States.

Special Employment Consideration

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities, disabled veterans, Veterans, Peace Corps, and VISTA volunteers to apply. Qualified individuals in these groups may be eligible for non‑competitive appointment.