ELECTRICIAN

Federal government of the United States

  • Sault Sainte Marie, MI
  • $35.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( LockA locked padlock ) or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.MENUFind your federal government jobKeywordsLocation or RemoteSearchELECTRICIANDepartment of the ArmyU.S. Army Corps of EngineersUS ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT, DETROIT OPERATIONS DIVISION OPERATIONS PROGRAMS BRANCHPrintShareSaveSummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.About the Position: Without direct supervision, performs the installation, modification, testing, maintenance and repair various electrical equipment and systems.SummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.About the Position: Without direct supervision, performs the installation, modification, testing, maintenance and repair various electrical equipment and systems.OverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates08/26/2025 to 09/09/2025 Salary$29.97 to - $35 per hour Pay scale & gradeWY 10Location1 vacancy in the following location:Sault Ste. Marie, MIRemote jobNo Telework eligibleNo Travel Required25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You MAY be qualified for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy. Appointment typePermanent Work scheduleFull-time ServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)
Supervisory statusNo Security clearanceDrug testYes Position sensitivity and riskTrust determination process
Financial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberCERE259740130564HW Control number844347400This job is open toClarification from the agencyU.S Citizens. If you are eligible to apply as a current army employee, VEOA please apply to announcement CERE259740130563.Duties
  • Installs, repairs, and maintains facility-wide LAN wiring, telephone wiring, and installation and termination of fiber optic cable and associated hardware.
  • Participates in a callback emergency service program by being available during designated periods of time to answer trouble calls on nights, weekends, and holidays, working to restore normal operation with a minimum of delay.
  • Tests and repairs lock operations support equipment such as secondary distribution switchboards sump pump systems, dewatering pump systems
  • Duties include high voltage cable splicing.
  • Responsible for planning, laying out, installing, modifying, repairing, and loading and testing systems, circuits and equipment.
  • Utilizes a wide variety of hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, electric drills and saws, soldering irons, wire cutters and strippers.
  • Responsible for repairing, maintaining and overhauling the turbines and related electrical systems at the powerhouse, which involves high voltages.
  • Installation, repair and maintenance of the installation telephone system.
RequirementsConditions of employment
  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • Must possess Certification of a Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician.
  • This position is covered by the Civilian Drug Testing Program. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R, Condition of Employment for certain civilian positions identified as critical under the Drug Abuse Testing Program.
  • Must recognize and distinguish between all base colors and shades of colors used for color coding multiconductor power, control and telephone cables.
  • This position requires a pre-employment physical exam due to the physical requirement of the position.
  • This position requires the incumbent to lift and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or more.
  • This position requires incumbent to wear safety equipment and/or use personal protective equipment (PPE) when needed.
  • Maintain a valid State driver’s license.
  • Obtain and maintain a forklift license.
QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensExperience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) ELECTRICIAN ~ without more than normal supervision. Perform common electrical duties related to installing, repairing, modifying, troubleshooting, loading, and testing new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems, fixtures and controls. Duties also included abilities to diagnose, modify, overhaul, repair, and maintain a variety of electrical devices, equipment, and components - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • PHYSICAL EFFORT: Incumbent is required to work from ladder, scaffolding on power poles 30 feet high while hanging from a belt, and in tunnels and passageways located 100 feet below the floor of the locks when there is danger of flooding and falling. This requires the climbing of permanently installed vertical ladders, and the incumbent must stand, bend, kneel, climb and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Occasionally lifts and carries items that weigh over 50 pounds. Dexterity is required. Must be able to recognize and distinguish between all base colors and shades of colors used for color coding multiconductor power, control and telephone cables.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors and may be dirty, dusty, and greasy and in work areas that are noisy and hot. Is required to traverse wiring shafts and to contend with snow, ice and slippery conditions. Is subject to danger of electric shock of up to13,800 volts when engaged in installation and repair operations and frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises. Works around large rotating machinery.
EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional information
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the
information sheet. * This is a(n) 29 Career Field position.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit
for more information. * Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an a
  • The following special programs/incentives may be offered if it is in the best interest of the government:
  • Advanced in-hire (offered to new to federal service employees only)
  • Advanced Leave Accrual (offered to new to federal service employees only)
  • Permanent Change of Station entitlement (PCS)
  • Relocation/Recruitment Incentives
  • gency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
Expand Hide additional informationCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .

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