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Gaithersburg Facility Maintenance Division

Electrician Leader

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What they do

An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.

$64,544 / year median in Maryland

-2% projected decline

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Job Description

NIST is seeking an experienced Electrician Leader to help keep its complex facilities powered, safe, and operational. You will lead skilled electricians in maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving critical electrical infrastructure, solve challenging electrical problems, and ensure work meets rigorous technical, code, and safety standards.
Qualifications:
There are no specific length or level of experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education, and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of an Electrician Leader, including leading electrical work involving the installation, maintenance, modification, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment, without more than normal supervision Applicants must meet the screen out elements and achieve an overall score of at least fifty (50%) or higher 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; religious; 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. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook . If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance