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Position Title
Electrician
Agency
Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number
CBTA-12717982-25-MTS Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 to Monday, April 14, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
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.
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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.
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages or encrypted, and digitally signed documents linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications.
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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). (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Please answer the following to determine is you are eligible to apply. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
1. Do you have a valid unrestricted driver's license issued by any state or territory of the United States? 

Note: Please do not attempt to add a photo copy of your license. If requested you may be required to provide a copy during the interview process.
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2. Please enter your Driver's License number, State or Territory of issue, and expiration date (limit characters)
Please answer the following to determine your level of knowledge with this occupation. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Connects wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components (limit characters)
4. Performs preventative maintenance inspections and tasks on electrical systems and related components to determine wear, reliability and load capabilities. (limit characters)
5. Installs and repairs distribution panels, boxes, and various electrical systems. (limit characters)
6. Installs, modifies, repairs, and maintains electrical lines, circuits, generator systems. (limit characters)
7. Plans layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and/or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. (limit characters)
8. Plans layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and/or fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes. (limit characters)
9. Uses proper techniques and knowledge of electrical wiring and equipment maintenance. (limit characters)
10. Prepares sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. (limit characters)
11. Follows installation, maintenance, and repair manuals to accomplish assigned tasks. (limit characters)
12. Interprets and applies manufacturer's handbooks, technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams to determine material, tools, and equipment needed. (limit characters)
13. Tests electrical systems or continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. (limit characters)
14. Uses a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment, such as oscilloscopes, ammeters, or test lamps. (limit characters)
15. Repairs or replaces wiring, equipment, or fixtures, using hand tools or power tools. (limit characters)
16. Inspects electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. (limit characters)
17. Diagnoses malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. (limit characters)
18. Troubleshoots circuits, controls and systems to locate, repair and replace defective components. (limit characters)