POWER PLANT ELECTRICIAN A, WB-2810-00 (27427)

Position Title: POWER PLANT ELECTRICIAN A, WB-2810-00 (27427)

Series/Grade: WB-2810-00

Open Period: 16 September - 30 September 2026

Duty Location(s): Elberton, GA

Duties & Responsibilities:

Power Plant Electrician A performs installation, modification, diagnostic evaluation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of all electrical equipment at a hydroelectric power project with transmission voltages up to 230 kV.

- Operates machine shop tools, portable air/electric tools, brazing/soldering equipment, overhead and gantry cranes, and insulating oil purifiers and pumps; performs electrical switching to effect or remove clearances.

- Inspects and tests electrical equipment using diagnostic instruments (meggers, analyzers, volt/ammeters) to ensure preventive maintenance standards are met; assists in installing and modernizing equipment, wiring, and controls.

- Maintains, adjusts, repairs, and overhauls electrical features of generators/motors, pump/turbines, power transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, exciters, governors, and auxiliary plant systems.

- Adheres strictly to EM 385-1-1 safety requirements while maintaining maintenance records, technical files, drawings, and schematics.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD, Section 9905 to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Veterans' preference does not apply to this announcement.

WHO MAY APPLY: US Citizens.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) POWER PLANT ELECTRICIAN, WB-2810-00 without more than normal supervision; this will involve at least the performance of common preventative maintenance, testing and repairs on electrical and electronic equipment at multi-purpose hydroelectric dam, hydroelectric power generating plant, spillway, intake structure, or switch yard. Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Also, you will be evaluated on other Job Elements which are listed below.

No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this position. Applicants must meet the Screen Out Element for further consideration.

Other Requirements, Conditions of Employment and information:

• How to Apply: Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:45 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration. Click the apply button, follow the prompts (fill out the required collect form, attach a resume following the resume format guidance).
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, are required to register for Selective Service prior to appointment.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• Hiring incentives such as a recruitment/relocation bonus, service credit for leave, and student loan repayment may be authorized (subject to available budget).
• Relocation (PCS) expenses may be authorized (subject to available budget) if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the government.
• If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (https://www.ed.gov/laws-and-policy/higher-education-laws-and-policy/college-accreditation).
• FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.