Summary The position is located in the Facilities Management Service and is responsible for the supervision and operation of the Electrical/Electronic Shop. The Electrician Supervisor reports to the Maintenance and Repair Supervisor. Serves as the supervisor of the electrical and electronics section, exercising technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers. Responsibilities Responsible for the management, supervision, planning, overseeing, and training of the Electric and Electronic Shops. The incumbent is responsible for shop administration, leadership, and guidance. Determines labor and material costs for maintenance and repairs, minor improvements, maintenance contracts, and alterations. Prepares cost estimates for jobs and long-range programs, investigates work requests and suggestions, and makes necessary contacts to gather needed information. Maintains a program for preventive maintenance of expendable/non-expendable equipment, and personal property. Coordinates preventive maintenance (PM) with shop personnel to establish PM procedures, estimated labor and -material costs, frequency of PMs, and criticality levels. Evaluates electrical systems to assure sufficient capacity for smooth functioning of the facility and compliance with Joint Commission Environment of Care Standards, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) codes and standards, National Electric Code (NEC), and local operating procedures. Interprets complex blueprints and specifications and furnishes technical details and information if not readily available or understood by subordinates. Troubleshoots complex mechanical and electronic equipment systems, at times without the aid of any technical documentation or maintenance manuals. Must be knowledgeable in the applicable areas of personnel management, Affirmative Action Plans, the EEO program, and the Merit Promotion Policies. Responsible for oversight of all maintenance contracts for the Electric and Electronic Shop Sections including development of new contracts and administration of existing contracts. Initiates 2237's for repairs to be completed by outside vendors. Monitors construction practices and directs the. attention of contractors and contracting officer's representatives to any deviation from the contract or standard practices. Serves as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on maintenance contracts. The duty of the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) is to ensure that the government receives all that it has bargained for. A COR must be appointed for Architecture and Engineer, construction, hazmat contracts exceeding $25,000, all healthcare contracts for services, and multi-year service contracts. Performs other directly related duties as assigned Work Schedule: 7:30am - 4pm Position Description Title/PD#: Electrician Supervisor/PD083020 Telework: Not Authorized 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) Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 03/10/2025 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 eligible are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Electrical Equipment Lead or Supervise Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Work Practices 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/Working Conditions: The Electrician makes repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, platforms, requiring considerable standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and kneeling; works in tiring and uncomfortable positions; frequently lifts, carries, and sets up tools and equipment. Incumbent must be able to lift and/or carry 75 pounds. The incumbent works inside and outside of the Medical Center. Work is usually dirty, dusty, hot, cold, greasy, and noisy, and is sometimes performed during inclement weather. The incumbent is occasionally exposed to the possibility of broken bones, electrical shock, burns, and is frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts and bruises 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. 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.