Electrician at Architect of the Capitol

The House Office Buildings seeks temporary Electricians for the upcoming 120th Congressional Moves Transition. This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), House Office Buildings, Electricial Branch. The incumbent performs journey-level Electrician duties operation and installation of a variety of electrical and adjunctive electronic systems and equipment. This requires a 6 day a week schedule, and overtime may be required and in some instances it may be mandatory.

Major duties

• These positions are temporary for the 120th House Office Buildings Congressional Moves. The job term may end when projects are completed, or funding expires. This position will be used to fill Day, Evening and Night Shifts. Shifts will be determined and or change based on Operational Needs of Management. Hours may change depending on Operational Needs of Management Journeyman level experience is required for the position. Responsibilities: Electrical Installation, Testing, Troubleshooting, and Repair: -As a journey level Electrician, interprets building plans, blueprints, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and electrical maintenance and repair manuals to install, test, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic networks in multi-story, historical buildings. -Troubleshooting and repairing electrical and electronic equipment that contain circuit-based components including fire alarm systems, lighting control systems, variable speed drives and electric motor starters for the A/C systems. -Interpreting blueprints, vendor schematics, circuit diagrams and National Electrical Code (NEC) specifications to plan wiring layouts. -Pulls wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors. Installs brackets and hangers to support electrical components. Installs, replaces and repairs lighting fixtures and electrical controls and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels. -Connecting electrical power to sound and visual communication equipment, signaling devices and/or heating and cooling systems, including electronic controls. -Installing, modifying, repairing, and maintaining standard electrical lines, circuits, lighting control systems, and associated fixtures, controls, and equipment. Preventive Maintenance: -Ensures that electrical systems are grounded when installing outlets, lighting fixtures and switches. -Performs inspection and maintenance of existing to remain electrical equipment, such as panel boards, transformers, and ground fault receptables. Please Note: This position is temporary and subject to the project needs of the Agency. If project work continues, however, it could be extended beyond the 13 months-time frame at the sole discretion of the Agency.

Qualifications

You must meet all eligibility and qualification requirements by the closing date of the job announcement. You must meet the following SCREEN-OUT(S) required for this position. Performs- journey level electrical work without more than normal supervision. Your resume must show that you have experience to perform the duties of the position as described in the vacancy announcement. All applications submitted prior to the closing date will receive consideration.