What are the responsibilities and job description for the HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL WORKER position at Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC)?
Duties
Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Requirements
Qualifications
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. The Screen-out Element for this position is: The ability to do the work of a High Voltage Electrical Worker without more than normal supervision performing duties such as: 1) Install, maintain, and repair ship-to-shore electrical power cables and end connectors; 2) Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, one-line diagrams, AutoCAD drawings, wiring diagrams, sketches, etc.; 3) Energize and de-energize electrical circuits up to 13,800 volts; 4) Operate boom truck (crane) and other motorized equipment to move electrical cables to support connects, disconnects, and ship set-ups. I work under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C). Additional qualification information can be found at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c/tabindx.asp. PHYSICAL EFFORT: The incumbent frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. The position requires bending, stooping, climbing, twisting, and standing for long periods; working aloft ships, at ground level, and in trenches or manholes. The incumbent is often required to work in awkward and uncomfortable positions. Climbing may be required. Good eye, hand, leg, and body coordination is necessary when installing, repairing, and testing electrical equipment. Incumbent may be required to work in confined space and in aerial platforms. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to adjust, control and maintain equipment. Requires color discrimination to distinguish color coded electric circuits. Requires both arms and legs when climbing ladders and into/out of the boom truck. Work pace is rapid for 8 hours and many times longer. Heavy exertion is required constantly. WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee works predominately outdoors and is exposed to a variety of extreme weather conditions. The incumbent is exposed to elevations, high voltage conductors, and open unprotected switch gear with voltages ranging up to 34,500 volts. These hazards may result in cuts, shock, broken bones, or loss of life. Normally works in crowded, industrialized, congested waterfront pier. Exposed to noise hazards, high voltages, and heights and may be required to work around hazardous materials such as PCB's. Such uncomfortable conditions exist as excessive heat and cold weather conditions as well as dust, dirt, noise, poor illumination, unpleasant odors, and dampness.
The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. From pipefitters to accountants, scientists to engineers, doctors to nurses-the careers and opportunities to make a difference are endless. Civilian careers-where purpose and patriotism unite!
Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Requirements
Qualifications
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. The Screen-out Element for this position is: The ability to do the work of a High Voltage Electrical Worker without more than normal supervision performing duties such as: 1) Install, maintain, and repair ship-to-shore electrical power cables and end connectors; 2) Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, one-line diagrams, AutoCAD drawings, wiring diagrams, sketches, etc.; 3) Energize and de-energize electrical circuits up to 13,800 volts; 4) Operate boom truck (crane) and other motorized equipment to move electrical cables to support connects, disconnects, and ship set-ups. I work under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C). Additional qualification information can be found at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c/tabindx.asp. PHYSICAL EFFORT: The incumbent frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. The position requires bending, stooping, climbing, twisting, and standing for long periods; working aloft ships, at ground level, and in trenches or manholes. The incumbent is often required to work in awkward and uncomfortable positions. Climbing may be required. Good eye, hand, leg, and body coordination is necessary when installing, repairing, and testing electrical equipment. Incumbent may be required to work in confined space and in aerial platforms. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to adjust, control and maintain equipment. Requires color discrimination to distinguish color coded electric circuits. Requires both arms and legs when climbing ladders and into/out of the boom truck. Work pace is rapid for 8 hours and many times longer. Heavy exertion is required constantly. WORKING CONDITIONS: The employee works predominately outdoors and is exposed to a variety of extreme weather conditions. The incumbent is exposed to elevations, high voltage conductors, and open unprotected switch gear with voltages ranging up to 34,500 volts. These hazards may result in cuts, shock, broken bones, or loss of life. Normally works in crowded, industrialized, congested waterfront pier. Exposed to noise hazards, high voltages, and heights and may be required to work around hazardous materials such as PCB's. Such uncomfortable conditions exist as excessive heat and cold weather conditions as well as dust, dirt, noise, poor illumination, unpleasant odors, and dampness.
The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. From pipefitters to accountants, scientists to engineers, doctors to nurses-the careers and opportunities to make a difference are endless. Civilian careers-where purpose and patriotism unite!
