Electrician

Full Job Description

This position is located to the Engineering Service, within the Facilities Management Division of the Iowa City VA Health Care System.

The incumbent serves as a journeyman-level electrician, responsible for the installation, modification, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of electrical systems and equipment throughout the medical center campus.

DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation.

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position.

Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume.

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire.

Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated.

The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Electric Drawings Electrical Equipment Technical Practices Technical Practices (Electrical Electronic) Troubleshooting (Electrical) Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work) Without more than normal supervision 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week.

Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities.

Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Physical Requirements: Work involves prolonged standing, crouching, and climbing. Tasks are performed on ladders, scaffolding, and in confined spaces such as mechanical rooms and ceilings cavities.

Frequently lifts equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally more with assistance.

You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position.

Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination.

Work Conditions: Works both indoors and outdoors, often in adverse weather or poorly lit, dusty, or noisy environments.

Exposure to energized systems, rotating machinery, and hazardous materials requires strict adherence to safety protocols and use of personal protective equipment applicable Federal, state, and local environmental; public health; and resource protection laws, regulations, and VA requirements.

Major Duties:

Major duties include: Plans and installs complete electrical systems for new equipment, facility renovations, and infrastructure upgrades.

Interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and one-line diagrams to determine layout, materials, and methods.

Performs scheduled preventive maintenance and diagnostic testing on electrical systems and components.

Troubleshoots issues in lighting systems, Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) and Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), motor controls, emergency power systems, and fire alarms, applying technical knowledge to restore functionality efficiently.

Performs scheduled preventive maintenance and diagnostic testing on electrical systems and components.

Operates and maintains the facility's primary electrical distribution system, including 13,800-volt switchgear buildings, transformers, and automatic transfer switches.

Conducts field investigations to assess system health and plan corrective actions. Coordinates with engineering staff to ensure uninterrupted service during upgrades or repairs.

Independently plans electrical projects, including material procurement, labor estimates, and scheduling.

Conducts safety assessments addressing lockout/tagout (LOTO), arc flash hazards, infection control, and environmental impact.

Collaborates with other shops to support cross-functional maintenance and repair efforts.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician/PD50235A The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers.

This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest.

As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran.

This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community.

This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.