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 RemoteSearchPower Plant Electronic Mechanic ADepartment of the ArmyU.S. Army Corps of EngineersVicksburg Operations Division, Project Resource Management BranchPrintShareSaveResumes limited to two pagesStarting on September 27, 2025, federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. ..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: Serves as Power Plant Electronics Mechanic A for Blakely Mountain, DeGray, and Narrows Power Plants with responsibility for performing installation and routine tests, of hydroelectric power plant equipment.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: Serves as Power Plant Electronics Mechanic A for Blakely Mountain, DeGray, and Narrows Power Plants with responsibility for performing installation and routine tests, of hydroelectric power plant equipment.OverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates09/02/2025 to 09/15/2025 Salary$55.87 to - $55.87 per hour Pay scale & grade WB 00Location1 vacancy in the following location:Royal, ARRemote jobNo Telework eligibleNo Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel up to 10% for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanent Work scheduleFull-time ServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series) Supervisory statusNo Security clearanceDrug testYes Position sensitivity and riskTrust determination process Financial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberCERG250406691966HW Control number 844752300This job is open toVideosDuties
Accomplishing tasks associated with the installation and repair of electronic equipment associated with the generators, transformers, circuit breakers, controls, protective relaying, power line carriers, electronic simulators, phone systems, etc.
Makes inspections on a routine and nonroutine basis ascertaining that electronic equipment is functioning properly and establishing needs for repair.
Troubleshoots and diagnoses electronic equipment failures for necessary repairs and/or installation of equipment for the correction of outages and improper operation.
Assist the Senior Electronic Mechanic with planning and performing maintenance and inspection for establishing reliable and effective means for returning equipment back to service.
Makes on the spot modification when necessary, and ensures that such changes are incorporated into a record, drawing, etc.
RequirementsConditions of employment
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
This position is Non-Sensitive (NS)/Low Risk, No Access Security Clearance.
This position is covered by the Civilian Drug Abuse 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".
Position requires a pre-employment physical examination and be enrolled in the medical surveillance program that requires periodic physical examinations.
Employee frequently lifts, carries or otherwise handles items weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasionally handles items greater than 50 pounds.
Position requires a valid State motor vehicle operator's license prior to appointment and maintain the license for the duration of employment.
Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is .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: The ability to do the work of a(n) Power Plant Electronic Mechanic without more than normal supervision in duties such as:(1) Assist the Senior Electronic Mechanic in maintaining necessary records on such item as work accomplished, quality and progress of in-house and hired labor procured through contracts, spare parts, requisitions of supplies and materials, equipment breakdown, future work for budgeting purposes; and (2) Executes assignments independently, determining sequence of tasks and using accepted practices and methods. Work is spot-checked for adequacy, workmanship, and adherence to schedules for in-house and hired labor.Physical Effort: Employee frequently lifts, carries or otherwise handles items weighing up to 50 pounds. Occasionally handles items greater than 50 pounds. Assistance is usually available with heavy items. Works in sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and stooping positions, for extended periods if required. Driving passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and a carrier van for short times is also required.Working Conditions: Works is required to be performed both inside and outside and is subject to all extremes of weather. Incumbent is subjected to the danger of falls from ladders, carbon dust, fumes, electric shock, noise, moving machinery, close places in cramped positions, slippery conditions, frequent travel, and other conditions expected from electronic repair of power plant equipment. Incumbent is subject to callback during nonduty hours in cases of equipment failures and/or power outages. Employee is required to observe established safe working procedures. Wearing of hard hats, hard toe footwear, gloves, goggles, face shields, rubber aprons, rainwear, and earplugs is mandatory in the performance of duties; often works alone.EducationSome federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.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) Quality and Reliability Assurance Career Field position.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not 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. .
