Summary All hourly jobs are considered as open for bid on a continuous basis. Any BPA employee on a competitive career or career-conditional appointment may, at any time, submit an application for permanent promotions, reassignments, or change of duty stations. In order to assure all interested employees are considered, candidates are solicited annually through a Continuous Vacancy Announcement - Hourly Jobs (Bid List) identifying those jobs and duty locations, for which they wish to be considered. Responsibilities As a Data System Craftsman, you will: Perform software and hardware maintenance (e.g., installation, configuration, modification, diagnose, repair, security, backup and restoration) for the full range of standalone and networked data systems located in BPA Control Centers. Perform network administration functions such as installation, update, patch, configuration, troubleshooting client-server network software such as Windows, Windows Server, VMS, SUN OS, Linux, etc. and database administration. Perform network security functions such as the installation, configuration, modification, diagnose, repair, backup, restoration, and updates. OPSEC configuration and day-to-day operation and maintenance of rule sets. Prepares reports which in general are a collection of test data, instrument readings, descriptions of symptoms observed on maintenance performed, and other pertinent information which can be used by the engineer or information technology specialist to make a determination on equipment operations. The DSC also writes and updates maintenance, inventory and operational procedure documents. Performs miscellaneous duties related to the maintenance and support of the control center. These duties include design assistance, testing and energization, suggesting modifications and modifying existing control center equipment under the supervision of an engineer or information technology specialist. Perform the more difficult and the non-routine types of maintenance (e.g., build and install) work under the technical direction of an engineer or information technology specialist. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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. Become fully knowledgeable with and follow the safety practices of the BPA Accident Prevention Manual. If exposed to health hazards, have periodic physical examinations as prescribed by competent medical authority at BPA expense. Shift work is required, if so determined by the supervisor. Subject to call for emergency work at any time. Operate motor vehicles, usually sedans or van-type trucks. Obtain and maintain a required worker (e.g., electrical, restricted, etc.) and facility access permits. When required by management, obtain and maintain standard clearance certification. Establish a residence in accordance with negotiated requirements, which is within one hour or less commuting time under normal weather and road conditions, to the duty station headquarters. Possess within one year after appointment and maintain continuously thereafter, a valid First Aid card and a CPR card. Travel to other BPA work sites, if required by the supervisor. Complies with Control Center Rules of Conduct, BPA and Control Center Network Cyber Security Policies. This position requires a pre-employment medical exam, at BPA expense, prior to appointment due to the physical requirements of the position. Possess valid State driver's license. Traffic citations indicating poor driving habits may disqualify applicants. 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 defined as performing preventive, corrective, emergency maintenance, assembly, and installation of various types of data system equipment to include installing and maintaining a computer system and networks and network equipment without more than normal supervision. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result 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 Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Ability To Use Hand and Power Tools -Electronics Ingenuity (Ability To Suggest and Apply New Methods) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. Theory of Electronics Trouble shooting (Electronic Equipment) Use of Test Equipment: Electronics 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. WORKING CONDITIONS: The work is located at the Dittmer Control Center or at the Munro Control Center. Data system maintenance or other emergency work may be required at any time. The work may result in the exposure to high voltages (i.e., several thousand volts) in some types of equipment, continuous high ambient noise levels (e.g., cooling fans, blowers, etc.) and exposure to higher level noise bursts is normally present. There is some work performed in close proximity to moving machinery. The work may require working from ladders or lifts at heights up to 20 feet. PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Incumbents must be physically and mentally able to efficiently perform the duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard to themselves or others. "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. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage Grade (WG) positions. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. EEO Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/eeo Reasonable Accommodation Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/raps BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors. For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit: www.bpa.gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.