Electric Power Controller

Federal Emergency Management Agency•Maynard, MA

16h

About The Position

This full-time, excepted-service position is with FEMA’s Office of Response and Recovery, Response Directorate, Disaster Emergency Communication Division, Maynard MERS Detachment. The Electric Power Controller supports FEMA’s response operations by maintaining and deploying mobile power generation equipment for disaster first responders. Equipment includes standalone trailer-mounted units and systems mounted on communications vehicles. The role may require deployment to austere emergency sites, extensive travel with little notice, irregular hours, and work beyond the official duty station. Employees may be recalled around the clock for emergency operations and may perform duties outside their regular position description. The position requires a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information background investigation and clearance, a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License, and the ability to deploy for extended periods. Selected employees must attend a three-week in-person training course in Emmitsburg, Maryland, within six months of onboarding. Work may take place in severe weather and challenging conditions, including confined spaces, noise, dirt, grease, and potential exposure to electrical hazards. Physical duties include lifting up to 45 pounds and standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing.

Requirements

Be a U.S. citizen.
Successfully pass and maintain a background investigation for Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance.
Meet the applicable Federal Wage System qualification requirements and demonstrate the quality of knowledge and skill needed to perform the work; applicants must meet any applicable screen-out element.
Obtain, possess, and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card.
Be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period.
Meet Selective Service registration requirements, if applicable.
Current federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements.
Be physically and medically capable of performing the position’s duties, including lifting up to 45 pounds; undergo periodic physical examinations to satisfy state CDL requirements.
Attend a three-week in-person training course in Emmitsburg, Maryland, within six months of onboarding.
Be available for call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and potentially work more than 8 hours a day.
Undergo random drug testing as a Testing Designated Position.

Nice To Haves

Experience with mobile power generation.
Mechanical skills for maintaining, installing, and troubleshooting electrical systems on vehicles.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and repair mobile power generation systems, including trailer-mounted units and systems mounted on communications vehicles.
Deploy to austere environments and provide power generation support to disaster first responders.
Employ field power generation units and power distribution systems in a variety of configurations, including support for life-sustaining equipment.
Carry out FEMA emergency management responsibilities, which may involve recall at any time, irregular hours, travel, and duties outside the regular position description.