Summary
This position is located with Bureau of Indian Affairs, San Carlos Irrigation Project in Coolidge, Arizona; Oracle, Arizona; San Carlos, Arizona. The Groundman will assist the journeyman (lineman) with dissemination of tools and work materials. The position is under the supervision of the Project Manager.
Responsibilities
Organizing materials, tools, loading/unloading materials, maintaining material inventory.
Use open rope and hand line to pass supplies and tools to the lineman.
Frame and set pole, readiness at the worksite.
Qualifications
Your application must show that you demonstrate the ability to perform Groundman work in the aid of the lineman gathering material and equipment essential to work assignments where incumbent is responsible for material and equipment readiness. The incumbent will be exposed to high voltage utilities and where the use of insulated tools, knowledge of tool specialty, tools and supplies maintenance and care, and organization are essential to work assignments and safety. Other work assignment will include the use of power tools such as drills, jackhammers, operation of cranes, rope lines, hoists, booms, diggers, and pullers. In addition, the incumbent will use electrical drawings, written instructions, utility system diagrams and ask questions to avoid hazards, encourage team work, and perform duties under the general supervision of the Lineman. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision. (Screen-Out Element) Knowledge of Electrical Equipment Theory and Instruments (Electrical, Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Ability To Use Electrical Drawings Ability to Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work) Trouble shooting (electrical) 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. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. EXPERIENCE: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C; for additional information click here http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c/Tabindx.asp Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must meet any screen-out element(s) listed, and 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 applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date. Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date.
Education
Generally education is not applicable.