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Position Title
Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic (Electronic Equipment Craftsman)
Agency
Western Area Power Administration
Announcement Number
24-WJ-00554-12426525-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, May 23, 2024 to Friday, June 7, 2024
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a SURPLUS or DISPLACED federal employee (e.g., Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP))?

If yes, confirm:

--you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy;
--you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated;
--you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND
--your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or equivalent.

For more information on eligibility visit:  https://www.usajobs.gov/help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/

Check the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section in the job announcement for instructions to support your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.
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3. Are you the spouse of:

--a member of the armed forces serving on active duty;
--a 100 percent disabled service member injured while on active duty; OR
--a service member who was killed while performing active duty (un-remarried widow or widower)?

For more information on eligibility visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/military-spouses/

Check the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section in the job announcement for instructions to support your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.
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4. This position requires a security clearance. Failure to obtain and maintain the required security clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. Are you able to obtain or maintain a security clearance? (limit characters)
5. This position is covered by the bargaining unit. I acknowledge that I have been informed that this position is covered by bargaining unit. (limit characters)
6. Are you currently serving or have you served under a Political Appointment in the Federal Government within the last five (5) years? (limit characters)
7. I have read this Vacancy Announcement thoroughly and understand that supplemental documentation may be required. I further understand that I will not be considered if my supplemental documentation is not received in the Servicing Personnel Office by the closing date of the announcement. (limit characters)
8. Are you currently receiving an annuity from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for FERS or CSRS service as a retired U.S. Federal civilian employee? (limit characters)
9. This position requires a valid driver's license as a condition of employment. I am willing to meet this requirement. (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Do any of your relatives work for the agency to which you are applying? If so, please list any applicable names below. Please enter N/A in the text box, if not Applicable. (Include: father, mother, husband, wife, son, daughter, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew, niece, father-in-law, mother-in-law, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half brother, and half sister). (limit characters)
3. I understand that the responses in this questionnaire must be fully supported in my online resume. I further understand that my resume must provide detailed descriptions and/or examples of my knowledge and competencies as required in the vacancy announcement, and that my failure to do so may result in my being rated "ineligible" or "not qualified" for this position. (limit characters)
4. Are you an employee of one of the following?
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5. Are you currently serving or have served in the last five (5) years in a Political Appointment in the Federal Government? (limit characters)
6. Please list the title, agency and dates of the appointments (limit characters)
Assessment 1
INSTRUCTIONS: Thank you for your interest in the Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic (EEC), WB-2610-00, with the Western Area Power Administration. Please select the responses to the questions below that best describes your experience as it relates to this position. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
1. I possess a valid state driver's license. (limit characters)
2. I am willing to complete a physical exam and drug test upon selection and annually as may be required to perform the duties of the position. (limit characters)
3. I am willing to work on a rotational basis. (limit characters)
4. Select the one statement that best describes the experience you possess that demonstrates you meet the Screen-Out for an Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic (EEC), WB-2610-00 in the Federal service.


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4a. Show where the experience in Question #4 (four) above can be found in your resume. (limit characters)
5. I have installed and commissioned the following. Select all that apply. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
6. Install and maintain storage batteries and associated battery chargers. (limit characters)
7. Installed the following. Select all that apply. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
8. Install supervisory control and data acquisitions (SCADA) and telemetry equipment. (limit characters)
9. Climb antenna support structures from 50 to 400 feet in height.
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10. Maintain and repair the following. Select all that apply. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
11. Repair and maintain PBX (Private Branch Exchange). (limit characters)
12. Repair and maintain uninterrupted power supply systems (UPS). (limit characters)
13. Troubleshoot and repair digital logic systems (including real time computers and peripheral equipment).
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14. Install hardware and software in a computer to operate computer-controlled test equipment.
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15. Use computerized communications test equipment.
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16. Operate a 4 -wheel drive vehicle in adverse weather conditions and off-road situations. (limit characters)
17. I have used the following. Select all that apply. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
18. Use schematic and wiring diagrams to install, commission, maintain and repair power systems communications equipment.
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19. Work from, and interpret electrical drawings and electronic circuit drawings. (limit characters)
20. Develop software test routines for verifying communication settings and operational specifications.
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21. Perform database modification. (limit characters)