SA21017990TE, Electrician (High Voltage), KWB-2810-5/7

 

Announcement Number	SA21017990TE
Position Title & Grade	Electrician (High Voltage), KWB-2810-5/7
Opening Date	29-April-2021
Closing Date	12-May-2021
Organization	Camp Carroll Building & Grounds Branch, Operations & Maintenance Division, Directorate of Public Works, US Army Garrison Daegu, US Army Installation Management Command, APO AP 96260-5748
Duty Location	Waegwan

 

 

PAY RANGE:  

 

KWB-5:  Between 15,675 and 22,415 Won per hour

KWB-7:  Between 17,416 and 24,989 Won per hour

TOUR OF DUTY:  40 hours per week

 

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:  External KN applicants who are not currently employed by USFK

 

NOTE:  1. Target grade of this position is KWB-7. If the position is filled at the lower grade than target grade, the incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to target grade non-competitively upon satisfactory completion of the job requirements, recommendation by the supervisor, and subject to meeting time-in-grade and qualification requirements. 2. This position has been designated as KN EMERGENCY-ESSENTIAL (MISSION ESSENTIAL). KN EE (ME) Position Agreement Form (USFK Form 200EK) must be signed prior to appointment of the selectee for this position. 3. This position has been designated as essential to the basic military missions or safety and protection of human life and property under the SOFA Joint Committee Memorandum of 29- Aug-1974, at the 97th SOFA Joint Committee meeting. The occupant of this position is prohibited from participation in any collective labor disruptive actions. Participation in such action will constitute grounds for disciplinary actions as provided under the provision of USFK 690-1, USFK-KEU Labor Management Agreement, and Article XVII of the SOFA.

 

MAJOR DUTIES: 

KWB-7: Installs, replaces and/or repairs poles, crossarms, transformer racks and hangers, insulators, breakers, fuses, primary and secondary conductors, transformers, brackets and braces, guy wire or anchors, switchgear, meters and variety of other pole fixtures and hardware. Installs underground cable and conduit, runs overhead wire and conduit and attaches to crossarms, and makes electrical connection by splicing and/or other method. Installs home and industrial services by running wires from pole to entrance weatherhead. Installs street lighting circuits, lamps, and related hardware. Runs load tests on transformers, checks and corrects circuit malfunctions using a variety of test instruments. Operates standby generator equipment and truck with winch and power-takeoff, post hole digger, aerial boom, and related equipment. May direct work of others assigned to assist in specific operations. Trains inexperienced personnel by giving personal instructions, demonstrations, and close supervision. Observes all safety rules and regulations such as use of rubber gloves and sheathes (blankets), "hot" sticks, climbers, and safety belts. Assignments require working with or near high voltage power lines (550 volts or more) or equipment and/or working at high elevations (50 or more feet above the ground) for at least 25 percent of the work cycle. Performs other duties as assigned.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Works outside most of the time, subject to extremes of weather conditions, and in close proximity to high voltage lines and equipment. Work requires extensive pole climbing, with some work on underground facilities. Subject to serious injury or death by contact with high voltage lines, or falls from poles and less serious cuts and bruises when handling tools and materials.

 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  

 

KWB-5:  One year of general experience.

KWB-7:  One year of general experience plus one year of specialized experience.

                                                      

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:  Actual work experience at a trainee, helper or other work related to the trade or craft for which being considered.

 

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:  Experience at the "Junior" or higher level in the work related to trade or craft for which being considered.

 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMPETENCY: 1. The American Language Course Placement Test (ALCPT) score of 34 is required. 2. The passing score of former English Language Proficiency Test (C series) may be substituted for ALCPT requirement. 3. The TOEFL score of 360 (or 70 on the computer-based test) or TOEIC score of 250 may be substituted for ALCPT requirement.  Applicants must indicate the TOEFL/TOEIC score on the application (item #17) and submit official copies of test scores.  TOEFL and TOEIC scores are valid for two years from the exam date. TOEFL scores must be provided to the CHRA-FER from the ETS.

 

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE:  1. Graduation from technical high school in the field, successful completion of a formal training course (at least 90 days duration) or possession of a valid license or certificate of competency issued by the ROKG may be substituted for required one year of general experience.  2. Graduation from technical junior college in the field or possession of an industrial engineer (산업기사) license of competency issued by the ROKG may be substituted for required one year of general and one year of specialized experience.

 

EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATION PREFERENCE:  Preference for employment consideration will be given in the following order:

1.  All current USFK KN employees

2.  Former USFK KN employees on the Area Reemployment Priority List (ARPL).

3.  All other Korean National applicants.

 

HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants must submit an Application for Employment (USFK Form 130EK) to the email address below. USFK Form 130EK is available at the website, https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=kn_employment. The e-mail subject line must contain the announcement number for which the applicant is applying for. If you apply for multiple positions, you must submit separate application and e-mail for each vacancy.

 

It is your responsibility to verify that information entered on your application form is completed, accurate. Applications that are not completed, incorrect will not be considered. Supporting documentation (certificates for experience and education, required licenses, etc.) should be provided when requested, and failure to provide the requested documentation will result in non-consideration.

WHERE TO APPLY: Application should be sent to the following e-mail address electronically.

e-mail: usarmy.henry.chra-fe.mbx.knrs-notifications@mail.mil

 

EMPLOYMENT POLICY:  It is the policy of USFK to employ based on qualifications and merit.  No employee may request, offer or accept gratuity in exchange for employment or promotion within USFK, nor may interfere with applicants exercising their rights to apply for consideration.  Any employee guilty of practices is subject to removal from USFK employment.  Anyone aware of acts contrary to this policy is urged to contact immediately the CHRA/HRO/CPF or HQ USFK, CPD, ATTN: FKCP-SES, Unit #15333, APO AP 96271-5333.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  For more information on Korean National employment program, please contact, CHRA-FER: usarmy.henry.chra-fe.list.chra-kn-inquire@mail.mil.