Electric Power Controller

West Point Directorate of Public Works

Electric Power Controller WG-5407-08 (Hiring Bonus Eligible)

Salary Range: $30.90 to $36.06 per hour
OPENS: 7 May 2024 CLOSES: 21 May 2024

Be a part of the West Point Team as an Army Civilian! Located in the scenic Hudson River valley, only 50 miles from New York City, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point is a four-year academic institution, a Nationally-renowned historic site, and the oldest continuously occupied military post in America.

West Point Directorate of Public Works preserves the past, maintains the present and builds the future to support the “Long Grey Line”.

Service as an Army Civilian is fulfilling and includes benefits such as:Generous paid time off program; exceptional health and dental insurance options, flexible spending accounts; substantial retirement benefits; 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday. Great work-life balance; advanced training opportunities; career growth potential.

Major duties: Performs a full range of an Electric Power Controller duties including:

• Maintains constant surveillance of turbo generators, air compressors, electrical output panel, commercial power plant, etc.
• Operates turbine generators, air conditioners, lube oil pumps, emergency gasoline generators, and economizer soot blowers.

TO BE FOUND QUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION, APPLICANT MUST CLEARLY INDICATE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS ON THEIR RESUME:

QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to do the work of an Electric Power Controller without more than normal supervision which includes: Operating power generation and/or distribution systems supporting industrial and/ or residential operations; Operating control panels to maintain correct alternating current cycles, power factors and/or electric loads on generators; Operating equipment such as: turbine and/or generators, and/or air compressors, and/or lube oil pumps, and/or condensate pumps, emergency gasoline generators. Monitoring of voltage and /or amperage. Making adjustments to the system to assure adequate power for load demands.

Deadline for application is 21 May 2024.

References must be included on your resume. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. You must be able to demonstrate experience in your resume that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position.

Requirements: Must be a US Citizen, Selective Service Registration, Proof of US Citizenship, Direct Deposit
Conditions of Employment:
-Must pass a pre-appointment Employment and annual physical.
-Must possess and maintain a valid State driver license and must obtain and maintain a Government Motor Vehicle operator's permit.
-Must pass a pulmonary function test by Occupational Health.
-Must work rotating shifts.
-This position is mission essential. Maybe called in to handle emergencies outside normal duty hours.
-This position has a requirement to frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.
-Required to wear appropriate safety gear and protective devices.
-Must pass a drug test prior to onboarding and annually thereafter.
-Boiler Operator license preferred.

Incentives: PCS costs may be authorized. Relocation or recruitment incentives may be authorized. Pending eligibility, Student Loan Repayment Assistance may be authorized. Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized. Credit for prior Non-Federal work experience and certain Military service for Determining annual leave accrual may be authorized.

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.90 - $36.06 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person