Electrician (Alarm System Technician) DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an electrician for fire alarms responsible for installing modifying overhauling maintaining troubleshooting testing and repairing fire alarm systems including the city loop and digitizer at the Fire station as well as other alarm equipment of moderate complexity or a system of limited complexity.

Duties

1. Installs repairs replaces modifies loads and tests new and existing electrical lines circuits systems fixtures panels switches breakers and controls as well as installs modifies overhauls maintains troubleshoots and repairs fire alarm systems and equipment of moderate complexity or a system of moderate complexity.
2. Troubleshoots problem areas inspects for defective equipment and examines faulty wiring. Additionally installs repairs replaces modifies loads and tests new and existing electrical lines circuits systems fixtures panels switches breakers and controls located in and near installation buildings and structures.
3. Maintains software/firmware for new installs and makes programming changes to existing software/firmware for alarm systems subsystems and devices.
4. Uses and maintains various types of hand and/or power tools such as screwdrivers pliers wire cutters soldering irons cable pullers hydraulic benders and pipe threading machines.
5. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service see
• A security clearance may be required
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours which may include evenings weekends and/or holidays.
• May be required to serve on call and may be required to be available after duty hours when problems arise. The incumbent is subject to call seven days a week 24 hours a day.
• Possession of a Class D Systems Technician License (electrician) or greater is required.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate valid drivers license is required for the position.
• The work will require the employee to carry a cell phone.
• Safeguards budget information and/or files.
• May be required to train/guide other employees.
• Employee will be required to support Base Readiness and Emergency Operations Exercises and real-world threats events and support Special Events (i.e. Annual Air Show Base Exercises) not necessarily performing in their primary skill code.
• May work with hazardous materials such as asbestos or accumulated waste. Employee will be required to wear protective clothing and gear on these occasions.
• Employee will be required to augment the Civil Engineering Snow Removal Team not necessarily performing in their primary skill code.
• This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment Continued:

• The physical requirements of this position as determined by the manager are: Makes repairs from work stands and other hard-to-reach places. Must stand stoop bend kneel climb stretch and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts parts and equipment that weigh up to 20 pounds. Occasionally lifts items that weigh over 40 pounds with assistance from other workers.

In order to qualify you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-2800 Electrical Installation And Maintenance Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions you must meet any screen-out element listed and 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 the quality of experience not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is the Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of Electrical Equipment
Theory and Instruments (Electrical Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices
Technical Practices (theoretical precise artistic)
Ability To Use Electrical Drawings
Ability to Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work)
Trouble shooting (electrical)

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice your most recent performance rating and your most recent SF-50 noting position grade level and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

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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.

Required Experience:

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