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Thank you for your interest in the Electrician WG-2805-10 position with the VA. Please provide an answer to each question. Answering "no" or failing to respond to any of the below questions will result in an ineligible rating.
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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.
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The following statement pertains to your ability to perform the duties of an Electrician without more than normal supervision. (Screen Out)
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Do you have the ability to do the work of a Journeyman 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.
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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.
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The following statements pertain to the Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair competency: Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Repair a wide variety of electro mechanical apparatus and equipment for the safe and timely operation of life support systems used throughout the facility.
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Install new and existing electrical systems from the underground primary (13,800 volts) to secondary (4160/440/220/110 volts) single and polyphase, distribution systems, including diesel operated auxiliary power generating systems.
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Repair a wide variety of facility electrical systems, components and equipment, such as electrical wiring systems, breaker panels, automatic and manual fire alarm and lighting systems, automatic lawn sprinkler systems, clocks, rheostats thermostats, heating equipment, light fixtures, fans, motors, shop equipment, and other electrical equipment.
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Repair special purpose electrical equipment, such as sterilizer units, track conveyor systems, pneumatic tube systems, laundry equipment, and station equipment that supports the facility telephone system.
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Perform routine and non-routine(as required) maintenance of all electrical equipment.
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The following statements pertain to the Technical Practices Competency: Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic).
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Operate a wide variety of test and diagnostic meters, recorders, and equipment used in the electrical trade, including voltmeters, ammeters, wattmeter, test lamps, ohmmeters, analyzers, battery-charger equipment and starter/generator/regulator test stand.
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Operate a wide variety of test and diagnostic meters, recorders, and equipment used in the electrical trade, including voltmeters, ammeters, wattmeter, test lamps, ohmmeters, analyzers, battery-charger equipment and starter/generator/regulator test stand.
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Select appropriate instruments to be used in installation, troubleshooting, or repair of electrical equipment.
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Assists with the modification and maintaining test equipment and instruments to perform special measurements.
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Assists with the repairs of test instruments and equipment.
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Performs timely inspections and preventive maintenance of electrical and electro-mechanical apparatus on a regularly scheduled basis.
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The following statements pertain to the Interpret Instructions, Specifications(includes blueprint reading) Competency: Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc., (includes blueprint reading)
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Read and interpret blueprints, building plans, schematics, and shop drawings.
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Troubleshoot new and existing electrical systems.
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Modify a variety of electrical equipment and components such as signal systems, switches, relays, outlets, lighting automatic timers, shop equipment.
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Overhaul existing electrical installations and equipment.
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The following statements pertain to the Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Competency: Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Select common hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, wire cutters, strippers, hammers, hand drills, etc.
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Use powered equipment such as power drills, pneumatic and hydraulic benders, power hack saws, band saws and cut off saws.
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Maintain electrician trade tools such as pipe threaders, hand dies, drill press, and soldering tools and equipment.
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