Electrical Electronic Craftsworker TC-J

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Bonneville, OR

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About The Position

Performs installation, modification, adjustment, replacement, diagnosis, repair, programming, and maintenance of analog and digital electronic and electrical systems associated with the operation and maintenance of multipurpose hydroelectric facilities. The role maintains systems that monitor and control power generation, water control, and auxiliary equipment; network devices and communications systems used to remotely operate facilities from a central control location; and electronic access-control and video-surveillance systems. The position also performs high-voltage industrial electrician maintenance, maintains safe clearances under lockout/tagout procedures, and carries out limited switching activities in support of operations.

The work takes place inside and outside powerhouses and other structures, as well as outdoors. It can involve changing weather, dirt, grease, dust, high noise levels, toxic or caustic materials, concrete structures, energized equipment, and work above swift-moving water. The position requires use of protective clothing and safety equipment and completion and maintenance of occupational health requirements.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision, including carrying out oral instructions for repairs, installation, or maintenance and seeking advice or assistance as needed.
• Ability to use electronics hand and power tools.
• Electronics ingenuity, including the ability to suggest and apply new methods.
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, repair, and related work.
• Knowledge of electronics theory and electronic-equipment troubleshooting.
• Ability to use electronic test equipment.
• Information Assurance Technician Level I certification within six months.
• Valid driver's license.
• Pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.
• Pre-employment drug screening and random testing thereafter.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds in the regular performance of duties.
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Successful completion and maintenance of required occupational health requirements.
• Applicants must qualify under one or more of the employment authority categories listed in the announcement.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, adjust, replace, diagnose, repair, program, and maintain analog and digital electronic and electrical systems at multipurpose hydroelectric facilities.
• Maintain electronic systems that monitor and control power generation, water control, and auxiliary equipment.
• Maintain network devices and communications systems used to remotely operate facilities and equipment from a central control location.
• Maintain electronic security systems, including electronic access controls and video surveillance systems.
• Perform high-voltage industrial electrician maintenance duties.
• Hold and maintain safe clearances under the lockout/tagout program.
• Perform limited switching activities in support of operations.
• Clean, adjust, repair, calibrate, and retest electronic and communication equipment, including relays, meters, recorders, controllers, indicators, transmitters, receivers, oscillators, and amplifiers.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; specific eligibility depends on the position type.
• A relocation incentive may be considered.
• A recruitment incentive may be considered.
• Enhanced leave accrual may be considered.
• An advanced rate of pay may be considered.
• Permanent Change of Station costs may be authorized, subject to the Joint Travel Regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed