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    Electrician - Washington, United States - Architect of the Capitol

    Architect of the Capitol
    Architect of the Capitol Washington, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Summary This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Office of the Chief of Operations, Superintendent, House Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent, Facilities Operations Division, Electrical Branch, Electrical Day/Evening/Night Sections.

    The incumbent performs journey-level Electrician duties on any shift.

    This is a career ladder position requiring the incumbent to perform progressively more complex duties and responsibilities leading to the full performance level.


    Responsibilities This position is for Day:
    6am-2:3-pm.

    This recruitment maybe used to vacancies with tours of Duty including Day: 6am -2:30 pm; Evening: 2pm -10:30 pm; and Night: Sunday through Thursday from 10pm to 6:30 am This position is emergency essential
    • Depending on the type of emergency the employee may be required to report to work during emergency situations.
    The position may be filled at the Worker level (WG-8) or Journey-level (WG-10).

    If starting at the Worker level, developmental assignments will be given with the goal of attaining the full performance level.

    Duties quoted below are at the WG-10 Journey- level.

    Major Duties Electrical Installation, Testing, Troubleshooting, and Repair Interprets building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and electrical maintenance and repair manuals to install, test, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic networks in multi-story, historical buildings.

    Troubleshooting and repair of electrical and electronic equipment that contain circuit-based components include fire alarm systems, lighting control systems, variable speed drives and electric motor starters for the A/C systems, cafeteria and kitchen equipment (steam wells, Vulcan ovens, deep fryers, dimming systems in the committee rooms, and automatic door opening systems. Runs conduit of all types, figures loads and wire sizes. Uses a variety of hand and power tools. Reverse engineers the entire electrical systems in order to troubleshoot a system problem. Interprets blueprints, vendor schematics, circuit diagrams and National Electrical Code (NEC) specifications to plan wiring layouts. Pulls wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors. Installs brackets and hangers to support electrical components.

    Installs, replaces and repairs lighting fixtures and electrical controls and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels.

    Joins and connects wire to fixtures and components to form circuits. Tests completion of circuits using test equipment. Troubleshoots and isolates ground faults in electrical and electronic systems and removes and replaces faulty parts. Responsible for knowing and complying with the trade safety rules and regulations. Responsible for maintaining and protecting property, tools and equipment assigned for his use. Installs, modifies, repairs, and maintains standard electrical lines, circuits, lighting control systems, and associated fixtures, controls, and equipment.

    Examples include secondary power distribution lines, and circuits used to supply a wide range of voltage, amperage, phase, and frequency requirements to distribution panels, switch gear, power and control circuits; multiphase systems; thermocouple sensors; electrical intrusion alarm and fire alarm systems; emergency warning systems; lighting protection systems; high intensity lighting systems with associated controls; target mechanisms; AC and DC rectification systems; galvanic and impressed current, cathodic protection systems which prevent corrosion on underground or submerged equipment and pipes; amplifier circuits; and related electrical equipment.

    Troubleshoots, tests, and loads new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems, and associated fixtures, controls, and equipment. Determines location of existing electrical devices and service entrances and places new ones. Traces hard-to-locate defects or problems.

    Interprets and applies the National Electrical Code, local codes, building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and engineering drawings, and uses trade formulas to calculate common properties, e.g., voltage, voltage drop and current capability in series and parallel circuits, resistance, inductance, capacitance, power factor, current flow, and temperature and length in single and multiple raceways, conduits, gutters, and cable trays.

    Installs, modifies, repairs, loads, and tests systems, circuits, equipment, and controls with little or no check during the progress or upon completion of work.

    Assists with the design, development and maintenance of electrical systems and/or components to required specifications, focusing on economy, safety, reliability, quality and sustainability.

    Preventive Maintenance Ensures that electrical systems are grounded when installing outlets, lighting fixtures and switches. Utilizes preventative measures such as oiling motors, bending conduit and replacing old wiring. When electrical systems break down, responsible for troubleshooting and fixing the problem. Installs temporary electrical wiring and feeders for audiovisual systems for special presentations. Electrical Design Work Assists Electrical Engineers with routing new electrical circuits. Functions include cutting, bending, assembling, and installing conduit, pulling wire, connecting to panel box, and testing installation. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be able to pass a drug test. Your resume and question responses must demonstrate job-related elements.

    To be employed by the Architect of the Capitol in a paid position, an individual must meet one of the categories below:

    A citizen of the United States; A person who is lawfully admitted for permanent residence and is seeking citizenship as outlined in 8 U.S.C.

    1324b(a)(3)(B); A person who is admitted as a refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or is granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. 1158 and has filed a declaration of intention to become a lawful permanent resident and then a citizen when eligible; A person who owes allegiance to the United States (nationals of American Samoa, Swains Island, and the Northern Mariana Islands, and nationals who meet other requirements described in 8 U.S.C. 1408); or A person who is currently an officer or employee of the Government of the United States. Qualifications You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position. WG-10 Ability to perform journey-level electrical work without more than normal supervision. (Screen-out Factor) WG-8 Ability to perform worker-level electrical work without more than normal supervision. (Screen-out Factor) Education There is no educational requirement for this position. Additional Information Welcome Veterans.

    The Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) gives veterans' preference rights in the legislative branch to certain veterans as applied by the Congressional Accountability Act.

    Veterans' preference is applied on this vacancy announcement.

    If you are a veteran and have been separated under honorable conditions, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility; SF-15, if applicable; and Department of Veterans Affairs documentation of disability, if applicable.

    For more information, please visit OPM vet guide If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System.

    If you are exempt from registration under Selective Service Law, you must provide appropriate proof of exemption. Please visit the Selective Service System website for more information.


    DRUG TESTING:
    The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is a Drug Free Workplace.

    As part of the AOCs suitability assessment, a candidate tentatively selected for a position who is not currently an AOC employee is required to submit to screening for illegal drug use.

    Satisfactory completion of a drug test is a condition of employment with the Agency. A candidate must test negative prior to being eligible for appointment into a position. We will schedule, provide and cover the cost for the drug test. The selectee(s) under the vacancy announcement for this position is subject to a criminal record check by the U.S. Capitol Police and satisfactory adjudication to be eligible for employment at the Architect of the Capitol. The Architect of the Capitol is an E-VERIFY Participant.

    E-VERIFY is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S.

    Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment authorization in the United States.

    If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the DHS Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" electronic system.

    For more information on E-Verify, please visit The Architect of the Capitol is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information and/or disability.

    This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Moving expenses are not authorized. Relocation expenses are not authorized. Probationary Period
    • A newly appointed selectee is subject to the completion of a one year trial/probationary period, regardless of whether or not a trial/probationary period has been completed previously with the Architect of the Capitol or another Federal agency.
    This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies in any of the jurisdictions of the Architect of the Capitol. All application materials become the property of the Architect of the Capitol.


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