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Electrician Helper

Department of Energy

Bonneville Power Administration

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Summary

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), in Central Electrical Services (TFHE), Construction & Maintenance (TFH), Transmission Field Services (TF), Transmission Services (T).

A successful candidate in the Electrician Helper position will assist the Electrician in the installation and adjustment (construction) or maintenance and repair (maintenance) of electrical equipment in substations.

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Summary

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), in Central Electrical Services (TFHE), Construction & Maintenance (TFH), Transmission Field Services (TF), Transmission Services (T).

A successful candidate in the Electrician Helper position will assist the Electrician in the installation and adjustment (construction) or maintenance and repair (maintenance) of electrical equipment in substations.

Learn more about this agency

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Accepting applications

Location

2 vacancies in the following locations:

Burley, ID

Idaho Falls, ID

Gold Creek, MT

Kalispell, MT

Eugene, OR

Hillsboro, OR

Keizer, OR

Malin, OR

North Bend, OR

Redmond, OR

The Dalles, OR

Umatilla, OR

Bremerton, WA

Chehalis, WA

Clarkston, WA

Custer, WA

East Wenatchee, WA

Ellensburg, WA

Grand Coulee, WA

Kent, WA

Longview, WA

Mead, WA

Olympia, WA

Pasco, WA

Port Angeles, WA

Richland, WA

Snohomish, WA

Vancouver, WA

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $43.45 - $54.31 per hour Pay scale & grade

BB 00

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 76% or greater - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 2810 High Voltage Electrician

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union Yes

Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• Credentialing

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number 27-BPA-53993-13105830-DH Control number 891640700

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.

Clarification from the agency

This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Current DOE employees are not eligible under this Direct Hiring Authority.

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As an Electrician Helper, you will assist the Electrician in the installation and adjustment (construction) or maintenance and repair (maintenance) of electrical equipment in substations. This involves the handling of tools and materials, and the performance of other tasks required to support the Electrician. Work is assigned and supervised by the Electrician Foreman. The incumbent performs all duties without more than normal supervision and in compliance with government regulations, BPA safety rules, and the BPA-CPTC Collective Agreement.

• Lay out and move tools about and hand them to higher grade workers, lay out materials and parts, pick up old materials and keep area clean.
• Acquire materials, and prepare retired and/or excess materials for shipment.
• Perform a variety of lesser skilled tasks as determined by Electrical Foreman on the job incidental to the work of journeymen electricians. These tasks require the use of some tools such as power hacksaws, pipe threaders, drills, etc.
• Assist journeymen electricians by having the proper tools and material on hand to perform the assigned jobs.
• Keep general work area and tools clean, and perform any assigned excavation and backfill work for underground conduit or grounding.
• When journeymen are working off the ground in steel racks, the Electrician Helper may be required to use the tools necessary to cut and thread conduit, cut bus, and clean up bus fittings. If the work being performed is from an approved scaffold or manlift device, the Helper may be required to assist the journeyman from this level.
• Work with hazardous waste and materials.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully.
• This position requires an initial drug test prior to appointment and random drug or drug and alcohol testing thereafter. Failure to test or a positive result on random drug or drug and alcohol tests conducted after appointment may result in removal from Federal employment.
• This position requires a preemployment medical exam, at BPA expense, prior to appointment due to the physical requirements of the position.
• A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check.
• If exposed to health hazards, have periodic physical examinations as prescribed by competent medical authority at BPA expense. (Employees will work in close proximity to substances, such as mercury, acids, solvents, or PCBs, which may have effects on health unless prescribed handling procedures are followed.)
• Become fully knowledgeable of and follow the safety practices of the BPA Accident Prevention Manual.
• Establish a residence in accordance with negotiated requirements, that is within one hour or less commuting time under normal weather and road conditions, to the duty station headquarters.
• Possess within 1 year after appointment, and maintain continuously thereafter, a First Aid Card and a CPR card.
• Possess a restricted electrical workers permit or obtain within 30 days of appointment and maintain continuously thereafter.
• Possess valid commercial drivers license (CDL) with all endorsements that are required to operate substation maintenance and construction equipment from state of residence. Possess a U.S. Motor Vehicle Operator Authorization or obtain within 30 days after appointment. Traffic citations indicating poor driving habits may disqualify applicants.
• Subject to call for emergency work at any time.

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: Reliability and dependability to accomplish works and trades performing various lesser skilled tasks as determined by Electrical Foreman on the job incidental to the work of journeymen electricians. These tasks require the use of some tools such as power tools, pipe threaders, reel jacks, preformed as a responsible and reliable member of a crew. Experience reflected in this self-rating must be supported in your resume. Failure to meet this element results 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 Follow Directions in a Shop, Ability To Handle Weights and Loads, Dexterity and Safety, Reliability And Dependability, and Shop Aptitude and Interest

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.

Please do not cut and paste the "Duties" section, specialized experience statement, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.

"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.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Be certified on aerial lift or other equipment if assigned to use or operate.
• Drive two and four-wheel drive vehicles, which may include towing various equipment trailers, normally used in substation maintenance and construction.
• Be able to wear protective apparel such as respirators when required for worker safety.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working conditions vary depending on tasks. Most work is performed outside in all weather conditions. The Electrician Helper may also work in the shop. The Electrician Helper frequently works on surfaces which may be slippery due to oil or ice. Work is done in energized Substations at various heights in excess of 15 feet, such as on steel framework, platforms, and ladders adjacent to energized high-voltage equipment. The work environment will occasionally include high noise levels or exposure to hazardous substances (i.e., mercury, acids, solvents, PCBs, etc.) that could, if precautions are not followed, pose a health risk. Approved respiratory and safety equipment shall be worn when hazardous substances are being handled (oil, acid, etc.). Emergencies, critical system conditions, or outage limitations may require that work be systemwide, done at night or under serious time pressures. System priorities may require extended periods of overtime including working weekends and holidays. When assigned to Construction the Electrician Helper may be in continuous travel status.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Incumbents must be physically and mentally able to efficiently perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard to themselves or others. The work requires extensive bending, pushing, pulling, reaching occasional crawling; and working in cramped, confined positions or from scaffolds and manlifts in excess of 15 feet. Some tasks, such as assisting in the installation of conduit and pulling cable, involve heavy manual labor. Must be able to distinguish clearances around machinery with moving parts.
• Incumbents must be able to perform strenuous tasks that include loading or unloading crates from storage locations, removing or replacing heavy assemblies in relatively inaccessible locations, and moving bulky or awkward objects such as extension ladders, bales of rags, reels of wire, or test apparatus. Must be able to move and position equipment and materials weighing over 100 pounds such as SF 6 gas cylinders, capacitors, bags of concrete mix, railroad ties, etc. Incumbents must be able to work with both arms overhead. Must be able to periodically wear protective apparel which includes respirators.
• 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.
• Incumbents must have good distance vision in at least one eye and have the ability to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. They must be able to distinguish different electrical components based on color coding or shade variations. They must have the ability to hear the conversational voice. 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.

Electrician Helper Experience Levels:

Electrician Helper A - After 12 months experience.

Electrician Helper B - 6 to 12 months experience.

Electrician Helper C - 0 to 6 months experience.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.

Additional information

• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE EEO Policy: USAJOBS Help Center | Equal employment opportunity policy

Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement. USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policy

Veterans Information: USAJOBS Help Center - Veterans

Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Telework: https://www.opm.gov/telework/

Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ - Who must register: https://www.sss.gov/faq/#who-needs-to-register

Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.

BPA strives to ensure a safe and positive work environment.

We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

This position is being announced under a Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) approved for the Department of Energy for the 2810 series. Veterans Preference, category rating, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply under the DHA process.

After applications have been reviewed by Human Resources to determine if all identified selective placement factors are met, a multiple hurdle assessment approach is being used to evaluate candidates:

• Hurdle 1: Assessment Questionnaire
• A cut score has been established based on the minimum proficiency required for this positions series and grade. You must meet or exceed the cut score to advance to the second hurdle in the process. If you score below the cut score or fail to complete the test, you will not be considered further.
• Hurdle 2: Subject Matter Expert - Qualification Assessment
• Subject matter experts (SMEs) will review your resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the demonstrated ability to perform the duties associated with the screen-out factor and job elements listed in the Qualifications section of the announcements. SMEs will review your two (2) page resume, starting at your work experience. SMEs will not review additional information beyond your resume (e.g., cover letter, links embedded in your resume). Applicants passing the structured resume review will move on to the next phase of the hiring process.

If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated ineligible or not qualified.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

• Ability To Follow Directions in a Shop
• Ability To Handle Weights and Loads
• Dexterity and Safety
• Reliability And Dependability
• Shop Aptitude and Interest

If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the Education and Qualification requirements listed in this announcement to be referred for consideration.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (11/13/2026) of this announcement.

To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13105830

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:

• Your two (2) page RESUMEshowing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).

• Information on how to create a federal resume https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/account/documents/resume

• Cover Letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume.

• Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable. It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.

• Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.

Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

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.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration.

The application process is as follows:

• You must have a login.gov account to sign into USAJOBS: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/account.
• To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button.
• Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation.
• You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date.

You may update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period by returning to your USAJOBS account, select Update Application: https://login.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.

To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.

If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to

If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.

Agency contact information

Shaunna Young

Phone 503-230-4018 Email sxyoung@bpa.gov Address Bonneville Power Administration

P.O. Box 3621

Portland, OR 97208

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. The status of your application will be updated in USAJOBS as it is evaluated.

You can check the status by logging into USAJOBS. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application changes by logging into your USAJobs Account and editing the Notification Settings.

You will be contacted directly if an interview is required.

Please check that your USAJOBS profile contact information is current and correct each time you apply to a job--this will ensure we are able to contact you as quickly as possible.

In addition to changing your status online, we will send you e-mail notifications at each major step in the process, to include: application received, eligible or not eligible, referred or not referred, selected or not selected.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:

• Your two (2) page RESUMEshowing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).

• Information on how to create a federal resume https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/account/documents/resume

• Cover Letter, optional, expressing additional information not covered in your resume.

• Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable. It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.

• Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.

Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.

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.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

Help

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration.

The application process is as follows:

• You must have a login.gov account to sign into USAJOBS: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/account.
• To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button.
• Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation.
• You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date.

You may update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period by returning to your USAJOBS account, select Update Application: https://login.usajobs.gov/Account/Login. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.

To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.

If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to

If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.

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Agency contact information

Shaunna Young

Phone 503-230-4018 Email sxyoung@bpa.gov Address Bonneville Power Administration

P.O. Box 3621

Portland, OR 97208

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. The status of your application will be updated in USAJOBS as it is evaluated.

You can check the status by logging into USAJOBS. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application changes by logging into your USAJobs Account and editing the Notification Settings.

You will be contacted directly if an interview is required.

Please check that your USAJOBS profile contact information is current and correct each time you apply to a job--this will ensure we are able to contact you as quickly as possible.

In addition to changing your status online, we will send you e-mail notifications at each major step in the process, to include: application received, eligible or not eligible, referred or not referred, selected or not selected.

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Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Additional locations

Eugene, OR

Hillsboro, OR

Keizer, OR

Malin, OR

North Bend, OR

Redmond, OR

The Dalles, OR

Umatilla, OR

Bremerton, WA

Chehalis, WA

Clarkston, WA

Custer, WA

East Wenatchee, WA

Ellensburg, WA

Grand Coulee, WA

Kent, WA

Longview, WA

Mead, WA

Olympia, WA

Pasco, WA

Port Angeles, WA

Richland, WA

Snohomish, WA

Vancouver, WA

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Agency contact information

Shaunna Young

Phone 503-230-4018 Email sxyoung@bpa.gov Address Bonneville Power Administration

P.O. Box 3621

Portland, OR 97208

US

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Summary

This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), in Central Electrical Services (TFHE), Construction & Maintenance (TFH), Transmission Field Services (TF), Transmission Services (T).

A successful candidate in the Electrician Helper position will assist the Electrician in the installation and adjustment (construction) or maintenance and repair (maintenance) of electrical equipment in substations.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Location

2 vacancies in the following locations:

Burley, ID

Idaho Falls, ID

Gold Creek, MT

Kalispell, MT

Eugene, OR

Hillsboro, OR

Keizer, OR

Malin, OR

North Bend, OR

Redmond, OR

The Dalles, OR

Umatilla, OR

Bremerton, WA

Chehalis, WA

Clarkston, WA

Custer, WA

East Wenatchee, WA

Ellensburg, WA

Grand Coulee, WA

Kent, WA

Longview, WA

Mead, WA

Olympia, WA

Pasco, WA

Port Angeles, WA

Richland, WA

Snohomish, WA

Vancouver, WA

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $43.45 - $54.31 per hour Pay scale & grade

BB 00

Promotion potential None

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 76% or greater - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 2810 High Voltage Electrician

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union Yes

Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• Credentialing

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number 27-BPA-53993-13105830-DH Control number 891640700

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