Electrician

• Installs modifies repairs maintains troubleshoots tests and loads electrical systems circuits fixtures controls and equipment including secondary power distribution switchgear emergency generators transformers variable frequency drives and industrial multiphase systems.
• Tests and maintains specialized electrical and safety systems including load banks thermocouple sensors intrusion alarms security cameras fire alarms emergency warning systems lightning protection and high-intensity lighting systems
• Interprets building plans blueprints wiring diagrams engineering drawings and electrical maintenance manuals to plan and lay out electrical systems including routing placement sizing load balancing continuity and safe operation.
• Determines the placement of distribution panels boxes fittings and connections and installs wiring conduit fixtures transformers service entrances and other electrical devices.
• Demonstrates proficiency in residential and complex industrial electrical systems circuits equipment and controls to independently plan and lay out work troubleshoot difficult defects and complete repairs and installations with minimal supervision with completed work reviewed for compliance with accepted trade standards.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

IHS Selectees whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently temporarily or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine-preventable diseases consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers. Vaccine exemption requests may be available as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Background Investigation Requirement:
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:
This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

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; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
There is no specific length of training or experience required: However applicants will be rated on the basis of their responses to the Occupation Questionnaire that you possess the competencies to perform the duties this position without normal supervision and the information contained in their resume.

For WG:
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 Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C.

Physical Effort:
Performs electrical repairs and installations from ladders scaffolding platforms and other difficult-to-access locations requiring frequent standing stooping bending kneeling and climbing while working in tiring or uncomfortable positions; regularly lifts and carries tools equipment and parts weighing up to 20 pounds occasionally up to 40 pounds and with assistance moves heavier objects exceeding 40 pounds.

Working Conditions:
Performs electrical repairs and installations indoors and outdoors including in adverse weather noisy dirty dusty and greasy environments; works at heights of 30 feet or more on scaffolding or cranes and in confined spaces such as manholes and attics with exposure to hazards including electrical shock falls fumes burns infectious pathogens rotating equipment cuts and bruises.