- Position Title
- Electrician
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBSV-12716184-25-SB Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, March 21, 2025 to Monday, April 7, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- 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; AND,
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- 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; AND,
- 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 the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
- Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
2.
I authorize my application information being shared with hiring managers for similar positions. I understand this option may not result in further consideration for additional positions nor will it impact my application for this announcement.
3.
Please provide your driver's license number, issuing state and expiration date. Reminder - Do not include a copy of your license; if referred for interview it may be requested at that time.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Electrician position with the Department of Veterans Affairs. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this position.
Select the appropriate answer to the following questions based on your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your answers are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of your knowledge or skills as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
The following statement pertains to your ability to perform the duties of an Electrician without more than normal supervision. (Screen Out)
For each technical area below, select the response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and demonstrated capability.
1.
Do you have the ability to do the work of an Electrician without more than normal supervision? Qualifying experience includes: working independently as an electrician; utilizing knowledge of electrical theory and National Electrical Code requirements; installing, modifying, repairing and loading new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems, and associated fixtures, controls, and equipment; using instruments and tools common to the electrical trade; reading and following wiring diagrams and blueprints to install or repair electrical equipment; using a variety of hand and power tools; and utilizing testing equipment. NOTE: Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
Driver's License: A current and valid Driver's License is required for this position. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your current, valid Driver's License.
Do you possess a current and valid state-issued driver's license?
Do you possess a current and valid state-issued driver's license?
3.
Journeyman Electrical License: Electricians at this level will possess a current State of Idaho Journeyman Electrical license or equivalent with a minimum of six years of trade experience. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your current, valid state-issued Journeyman Electrical license (or equivalent).
Do you possess a current, valid state-issued Journeyman Electrical license (or equivalent)?
Do you possess a current, valid state-issued Journeyman Electrical license (or equivalent)?
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
The following statements pertain to Electrical Equipment (Knowledge of Electrical Equipment).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Knowledge of installation, modification and removal of all aspects of an electrical system that is, 120 volts or less, 600 volts or less, and 12,470 volts or less.
5.
Knowledge of installation, modification and removal of secondary emergency power distribution centers throughout the utility power distribution system.
6.
Knowledge of maintaining all normal power branch circuits and emergency power branch circuits, including all related branch equipment, normal and emergency, to ensure proper hospital and research laboratory operation.
The following statements pertain to Technical Practices (Electrical Electronic) - Theory and Instruments (Electrical Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Basic familiarity with electronics to troubleshoot electrical circuits containing electronic components in order to isolate the cause of malfunction, whether electrical or electronic, in complex relay logic circuits for electrical control systems, computer interface devices, analog/digital controls, and solid state motor control circuits for referral to an electronics mechanic for repair.
8.
Knowledge of installation, modification and troubleshooting specialized electrical control or monitoring systems and equipment designed to meet unique conditions associated with research and development projects at the research laboratories, hospital buildings, and associated medical campus structures.
9.
Ability to use recording apparatuses as needed to measure performance of electrical objects and to check the installed system to insure that specified electrical conditions are attained.
The following statements pertain to Technical Practices - Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Demonstrated a mastery of cutting, threading, bending, and installing rigid pipe and all other required conduit systems, and a variety of related raceway systems.
11.
Ability to pull conductors through raceway systems; properly phase cables, and make connections (sometimes when voltage is present.)
12.
Ability to splice high voltage cables under emergency conditions.
The following statements pertain to Electronic Drawings - Ability To Use Electrical Drawings.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Ability to produce or modify as built drawings, delineating system alterations by working with engineers, project managers, CAD operators, and supervisors.
14.
Ability to layout a sketch of required electrical circuits, wire new setups, and install circuits.
15.
Ability to project objectives proposed by FMS engineers, including planning and laying out the sequence of work from drawings or blueprints which may be incomplete regarding the specific wiring required in the unique application of equipment.
The following statements pertain to Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Ability to use all types of shop and hand tools and test equipment associated with the electrical trade, such as meggers, oscilloscopes, protective relay testers, multi-meters, watt meters, Wheatstone bridges, and Kelvin bridges to check alignment, output, resistance to ground, and other electrical characteristics.
17.
Demonstrated mastery of all common electrical hand and power tools and testing equipment as required for the performance of work.
18.
Ability to operate power hydraulic work platforms safely.
The following statements pertain to Troubleshooting (Electrical).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
19.
Ability to install, repair, troubleshoot, test, and modify new and existing electrical distribution systems, fixtures, controls, and equipment located in the research laboratories, main hospital, and other commercial, campus buildings.
20.
Ability to troubleshoot and maintain electric and electronic control circuits on various equipment including medical gas systems, vertical transportation power distribution systems, motor control centers, digital master controls (PLC cabinets,) load centers, and uninterrupted power systems.
21.
Knowledge of the construction, installation, operation, and troubleshooting of sophisticated circuitry and controls associated with unique projects.
RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully job title. If we are evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month & year starting and ending dates and hours worked per week.
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully job title. If we are evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. NOTE: Experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month & year starting and ending dates and hours worked per week.