Electric Power Controller

Position Description

This position is located in the Facilities Services Directorate, Facilities Operations and Services Division, PENT SHOPS BR - ELEC

*To qualify for the WG-11 level your background must demonstrate the full range of your ability* to perform common Electric Power Controller tasks under normal supervision and independently in some cases, such as: monitoring, operating, maintaining and repairing uninterruptable power supplies (UPSs), power distribution units (PDUs), and building generator systems that are diesel powered electric generators ranging from 6 KW to 2 MW, 110/240 volt portable light carts to 13,800 volt 3 phase alternating current systems.

*JOB ELEMENTS:*

Those who meet the minimum level of experience and training for the screen-out element will then be evaluated in each of the following job elements:

Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

Operation of Generators

Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)

Position Duties/Responsibilities

Incumbents typical work assignments may include the following:

Monitors, operates, maintains, makes repairs to uninterruptable power supplies (UPSs), power distribution units (PDUs), and Building Generator Systems. Systems are diesel powered electric generators ranging from 6 KW to 2 MW, 110/240 volt portable light carts to 13,800 volt 3 phase alternating current systems.

Performs routine and special generator plant maintenance; cleans and adjusts generating units and all auxiliary equipment including ventilating fans and systems, changes air cleaner elements, cleans crankcase breathers, lubricates bearings, changes coolant in cooling systems, tests and adds corrosion inhibitors; adjusts and calibrates regulators, governors, circuit breakers, overload devices and switchgear.

Performs major and minor repairs to generating plant equipment, auxiliary equipment including ventilating systems, fans, oil distribution and transfer systems, and distribution systems the need for which is indicated by tests and examinations.

Starts and places generators in service as required by the demand for power; adjusting voltage regulators, equalizing the phase voltage, synchronizing the generators, adjusting governors, and closing the circuit breakers.

Examining and testing fuel, storage tanks, and supply lines and pump systems; gauges, indicators, and meters, etc.

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Minimum Salary

$33.54 per hour

Maximum Salary

$39.19 per hour

Full Time