Summary All hourly jobs are considered as open for bid on a continuous basis. Any BPA employee on a competitive career or career-conditional appointment may, at any time, submit an application for permanent promotions, reassignments, or change of duty stations. In order to assure all interested employees are considered, candidates are solicited annually through a Continuous Vacancy Announcement - Hourly Jobs (Bid List) identifying those jobs and duty locations, for which they wish to be considered. Responsibilities As an Instrumentation Craftsman Trainee 5, you will: Troubleshoot or make measurements to determine the technical problem, maintain, repair, adjust and calibrate instrumentation and subassemblies. Some of the physical principles and concepts involved include: electronics (including transistorized or integrated circuits), electrical, mechanical, electrochemical, optical, force, volume, luminescence, displacement and acceleration. Combinations of these and other theoretical instrumentation principles and concepts may be included. Use specialized tools to install, remove and adjust delicate electronic and mechanical components Review the technical manuals and specifications and make test setup for .evaluation studies, measurements or environmental tests to determine accuracy and precision of measurement systems. Documents work with data sheets and diagrams. Assist in the certification of measurement systems, instruments or parts of such systems or instruments. Assist in performing specialized measurements on the transmission system. Assist the instrumentation craftsmen and engineer (metrologist) in setting up test apparatus in accordance with standard procedures used for high accuracy calibration. These tests insure reliable coincidence between measurements made by different internal organizations, BPA customers, other utilities and manufacturers regardless of their geographical separation. These tests also insure that quality standards, OSHA and other regulatory requirements are met throughout the system. Gather and accurately records test procedures, diagrams, test data and final test results along with other pertinent information that may be required for reports. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C).Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out factors which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on this screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The screen-out element for this position is: defined as assisting with maintaining, repairing, adjusting, and calibrating electronic instrumentation and subassemblies without more than normal supervision. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. In addition to the screen-out element you will be evaluated on the following Job Elements through your resume and responses to the on-line assessment questionnaire: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Ability To Use Hand and Power Tools -Electronics Ingenuity (Ability To Suggest and Apply New Methods) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Theory of Electronics Trouble shooting (Electronic Equipment) Use of Test Equipment: Electronics If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is usually performed at the Ross Complex under laboratory conditions, although the work may involve significant time spent at remote sites or substations. Work may be performed in adverse weather conditions. Tests and work may be performed in the proximity of high transmission line voltages and around other electrical hazards. Some assignments may require that employee work above ground at heights in excess of 50 feet. Some of the work is performed around moving machinery in the auxiliary power equipment. The work may involve driving vehicles over steep and narrow roads and unimproved off-road surfaces. PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Incumbents must be physically and mentally able to efficiently perform the duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard to themselves or others. The duties involve lifting and carrying instruments weighing up to 50 pounds, frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and working in a sitting position for extended periods of time. Incumbents must have good distance vision and have the ability to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. They must be able to distinguish different electrical/electronic components based on color coding or shade variations. They must have the ability to manipulate fine electromechanical assemblies. Extensive driving over unimproved surfaces may be required. Work may be performed on smooth or uneven surfaces and will be performed under varying climatic conditions. May work at heights in excess of 50 feet. Incumbents must be able to work with both arms overhead. They must be able to hear the conversational voice. Incumbents must be able to work alone under stressful situations. Speech must be suitable for clear communication by telephone. Incumbents must be in good physical condition sufficient to safely perform the duties of the position. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage Grade (WG) positions. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. EEO Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/eeo Reasonable Accommodation Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/raps BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors. For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit: www.bpa.gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.