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Summary This position is in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Chillicothe VA Medical Center. The position is in the Electric Shop, Facilities Management Service (FMS) and works under the direct supervision of the Maintenance & Operations Supervisor (M&O) and is established to provide full-time, first-level supervision to employees and maintain the medical centers electrical and signal systems within compliance requirements. Responsibilities Duties include, but not limited to: Supervise employees in the Electric Shop and is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of the electrical distribution system. Systems include, but are not limited to, high voltage switchgear, overhead and underground cables, transformers, primary building switchgear, building and street lighting, electrical circuits from the breaker panel to and including the receptacle and uninterruptible power supplies. Responsible installation, maintenance, and repair of the signal distribution system. Systems include, but are not limited to, fiber optic cable, data cabling, nurse call systems, fire alarm systems, intrusion alarm systems, control access systems, patient Wanderguard systems, panic alarm systems, paging systems, two-way radio systems, various monitoring systems, video cassette players/recorders, televisions, radios, Wi-Fi systems, engineering backbone, generator monitoring system and other signal system technology brought online my the medical center. Incumbent is responsible for the testing, maintenance and repair of 13 emergency generators. Make critical, immediate decisions during equipment and utility outages and must consider the well-being of the patients and staff, as well as the safety of the repair crew, when selecting the best possible course of action to implement for quick and effective repairs. Ensure the VA Medical Facility complies with VHA Directive 1028 Facility Electrical Power Systems, related policies, and any new or replacement policies for electrical and signal systems. Develop and review work plans minimizing energized work by implementing proper safety precautions, engineering controls and procedures. Ensure electrical hazards (including arc flash and shock) are analyzed and identified per NFPA and OSHA requirements. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Compressed Schedule: Available Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician Supervisor/PD92924-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 01/24/2025. 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: Lead or Supervise Plan and organize work Technical Practices (Electrical, Electronic) Electrical Equipment Ingenuity 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: This position requires walking, standing, bending, sitting, crawling, and climbing. Incumbent must have good vision, with or without glasses. May lift or carry tools, equipment, ladders, scaffolding, parts and supplies up to 50 pounds. May occasionally lift and carry items over 50 pounds. Working Conditions: Incumbent may work from ladders, scaffolding, and/or hydraulic platforms. This position requires working in uncontrolled environments, in inclement weather conditions, and in confined or uncomfortable spaces. Many work sites are hot, dirty, dusty, greasy, poorly lit, cramped and with unpleasant odors. Occasionally is subject to possible dangerous working conditions including exposure to hazards normally encountered in the hospital trades and various types of infections. May be subject to electrical shock and/or electrical burns, cuts, bruises, and strains. Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary to accomplish assigned tasks in a safe manner. Education Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio, Indiana and Michigan (VISN 10) 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.