Electrician (MVO).

Obsolete Site; Jackson (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Government is seeking an Electrician (MVO) for installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring, panels, lights and fixtures, including low-voltage equipment.

The role requires working under supervision of a lead technician and performing tests with diagnostic tools. Applicants must be able to obtain a state Driver’s License, are subject to pre-employment certification, background investigation, random drug testing, and may be called back after hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the work of an Electrician (MVO) ~ without more than normal supervision.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and controls.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance schedules and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains and repairs electrical wiring systems, relay switches, distribution panels, and lighting.
• Tests circuits using voltmeters and diagnostic devices.
• Complies with safety regulations and background checks.

Job description

• Installs, maintains and repairs electrical wiring systems, relay switches, distribution panels, outlet boxes, street lights, ball field lighting, as well as a wide variety of electrical fixtures, tools, and appliances.
• Repair low voltage (e.g., 110/220/440 volt, 120/240/480 volt) electrical equipment on alternating currents in support of the organization.
• Following maintenance schedules and inspections or work orders, performs maintenance services, diagnoses system or equipment malfunction, and repairs as necessary to include controls.
• Tests circuits and equipment by use of voltmeter, ammeter, watt meter ohmmeter, analyzer, or other specialized electric diagnostic devices.

Duties

• Installs, maintains and repairs electrical wiring systems, relay switches, distribution panels, outlet boxes, street lights, ball field lighting, as well as a wide variety of electrical fixtures, tools, and appliances.
• Repair low voltage (e.g., 110/220/440 volt, 120/240/480 volt) electrical equipment on alternating currents in support of the organization.
• Following maintenance schedules and inspections or work orders, performs maintenance services, diagnoses system or equipment malfunction, and repairs as necessary to include controls.
• Tests circuits and equipment by use of voltmeter, ammeter, watt meter ohmmeter, analyzer, or other specialized electric diagnostic devices.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must possess and maintain a state Driver’s License.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class “B” CDL operator license for a variety of wheeled vehicles of all classes.
• Inclement weather essential position.
• Subject to call back after normal duty hours to restore power or services and scheduled overtime.
• Pre-appointment physical is required and annual physical thereafter.
• This position is subject to random drug testing.
• This position may require heavy lifting up to 20 pounds.

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.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element)

Ability to do the work of a(n) Electrician (MVO) ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common tasks associated with repairing, overhauling, maintaining, servicing and installing 120/240 volt-single phase, 120/208-240 volt-three phases, electrical, fire alarm systems, steam and hot water equipment of industrial, commercial and domestic type. I can do testing, installing, modifying, troubleshooting , replacing of new and existing electrical systems; maintaining and repairing industrial electronic controls and equipment; measuring, cutting, threading, bending, assembling and installing conducting, inserting, splicing and connecting wires to fixtures outlets, switches, receptacles and power sources. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Physical Efforts

• Physical Efforts: Work requires the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in uncomfortable positions. The incumbent frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools, equipment, and parts that weigh up to 20 pounds. Occasionally handles objects weighing over 50 pounds.
• Working Conditions: Works in and outside: buildings, shops, aerial lighting, under buildings and in close quarters. Subject to contact with dirt, dust, and grease; shocks and burns from high voltage; cuts and bruises. Subject to emergency call back seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional Information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
• This is a(n) Installation Management Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.
• Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.