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Position Title
Electrician
Agency
Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number
CBTG-12744203-25-ENB Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, June 3, 2025 to Monday, June 9, 2025
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Eligibilities
1. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
  • 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.
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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:
  • 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.
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 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.
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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
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education 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. (limit characters)
Select the appropriate response to the statement below that best describes your experience to meet the qualifications for this position. Refer to the Qualifications and Duties sections of this vacancy announcement for qualification requirements. (limit characters)
1. (Screen-out) I have the ability to do the work of an Electrician without more than normal supervision.
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For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. (limit characters)
The following statements pertain to your Electrical (Knowledge of electrical equipment, components, instruments, and systems, including their design, installation, testing, uses, repair, or maintenance.) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Responsible for continuous operation of primary voltages up to 12,470/13,800 volts and secondary voltages up to 120/480 volts distribution systems, and all electric circuits throughout the hospital and the following types of equipment; transformers, switch gear, automatic transfer switches, emergency generators of up to 1000 KVA, dietetic equipment, pneumatic systems, clean conveyor systems, soil conveyor systems, fire alarm systems, automatic compactors, automatic doors, all electric motors and related controls, etc.
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3. Installs new circuit breaker panels, new circuits, wire, lights, underground cable, transformers, and conduit for telephone lines, etc.
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4. Make calibration and adjustments to manufacturer's specifications with the greatest efficiency to prevent breakdown in function.
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The following statements pertain to your skill in Reading (Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
5. Studies manuals, guides, schematics, codes, technical electric books, technical magazines, and detailed manufacturer's instructions. and other publications in order to keep current and abreast of changes in his field.
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6. Reads and interprets all electrical schematics, blueprints, and specifications.
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7. Follow computerized schedules and outline inspection points to be covered.
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The following tasks pertain to your ability to Engineering and Technology (Knowledge of engineering concepts, principles, and practices, and of equipment, tools, mechanical devices, and their uses to produce motion, light, power, technology, and other applications.) (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. Troubleshooting and diagnosing a problem to calibration and adjustments to manufacturer's specifications to prevent breakdown in function.
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9. Preform major and minor maintenance and repairs while inspecting and requests work orders for time consuming repairs.
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10. Install electrical systems without the aid of blueprints, sketches or specifications.
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The following tasks pertain to your ability to Safety Engineering (Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods to identify, control, mitigate, and eliminate safety hazards in the design and use of facilities, equipment, operations, and work processes.) (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. Performs preventive maintenance inspections and follow-up work as required by current performance standards.
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12. Uses a variety of test equipment such as multi-meters, voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, mega-ohmmeters, etc. in diagnosing trouble in the various systems.
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13. Follows safety regulations and procedures to prevent injury to him and others.
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The following tasks pertain to your knowledge of Stamina (Exerts oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring (which may include performing repetitive tasks such as hammering or lifting objects.) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
14. Preform work in poorly ventilated areas and under strenuous conditions.
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15. Works in conditions that will require them to be physically fit. This includes lifting heavy fixtures, bending conduit, climbing ladders, bending, stooping, working in cramped places for extended periods of time, and often working in very hot or cold areas.
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16. Adheres to rules and regulation pertaining to working hours, leave, breaks, lunch periods and other specified requirements set forth by the VAMC.
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