Summary You will serve as a HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL WORKER HELPER in the Operations Officer, Public Works Office/Deputy Public Works Officer Norfolk, Production Division, Utilities and Energy Ship to Shore Electrical of NAVFAC ENGINEERING CMD MID-ATLANTIC. Responsibilities You will perform work following safety procedures and wearing proper personnel protective equipment. You will assist in maintenance and repairs of shore power cables and connectors You will assist in the connecting and disconnecting of shore power cables You will assist in the moving and lay out of shore power cables on the pier. You will assist in moving cables to/from storage. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1) Understanding of electrical systems, along with troubleshooting skills and familiarity with necessary tools and equipment, 2) Understanding of electrical and electronic theory, 3) Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, 4) Performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting and carrying, in various outdoor weather conditions. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C). Additional qualification information can be found at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c/tabindx.asp. Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to adjust, control and maintain equipment. Requires auditory acuity to detect noises indicative of defective functioning equipment. Requires color discrimination to distinguish color coded electric circuits. Required to lift and carry heavy weights of 40 pounds and over with assistance when lifting and carrying material. WORKING CONDITION: The incumbent is exposed to elevations, high voltages conductors, and open unprotected switchgear with voltages ranging up to 34,500 volts. These hazards may result in cuts, shock, broken bones, or loss oflife. Works outdoors in all weather conditions 60% of the time supplying power to ships and on electric distribution systems. Works indoors 40% of the time assembling cam-locks on cables and plugs, and other shop work. Such uncomfortable conditions exist as excessive heat and cold weather conditions as well as dust, dirt, noise, poor illumination, unpleasant odors, and dampness. Subject to "emergency callbacks" on short notice during hurricanes, storms, and other emergency conditions. Required to perform some tasks on overtime and odd hours. This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. A 40 hour work week is typical of this position. This position has promotion potential to the 8 grade. If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. If you are unable to apply online and request information about the Alternate Application process, please contact the Department of Navy's Employment Information Center. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf