High Voltage Electricians

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• Tätigkeit: Install, modify, and maintain high voltage electric power equipment and distribution lines.
• Arbeitgeber: 100 Civil Engineering Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall.
• Benefits: 25 days annual leave, US Federal Holidays, pension, life assurance, EAP, free parking, gym access.
• Wieso dieser Job: Support US Visiting Forces in a challenging role with specialized training and development opportunities.
• Qualifikationen: Experience with high and low voltage equipment, safety regulations knowledge, skilled in electrical tools.
• Was du noch wissen solltest: Security clearance required, potential for travel and overnight stays.

Das voraussichtliche Gehalt liegt zwischen 13.90 - 15.24 € pro Stunde.

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Job Title: High Voltage Electrician PP-SRS-GRD: W-2810-06
Location: RAF Mildenhall Vacancy Number RPA 150552
Open Date: 26 September 2023 Close Date 03 October 2023
Work Hour Per Week 39 Salary (Per Hour) £13.90 – £15.24

Several vacancies may be available – multiple selections can be made from this announcement
Main Purpose

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of
High Voltage Electricians at the 100 Civil Engineering Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom.

The primary purpose of this position is to install, modify, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair high/low voltage
electric power controlling equipment and/or high voltage distribution lines above 600 volts.
Installs, modifies, tests, repairs, and maintains transformers, converters, regulators, cables, switches, circuit
breakers, mechanical and electronic systems, and other circuit elements found in substations. Installs, modifies,
connects, inspects, and repairs overhead and underground electrical distribution lines. Troubleshoots distribution
circuits and generating and controlling equipment. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established
safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and maintains various hand
and power tools and test equipment such as oscillators, meggers, phase sticks, phase rotation meters, digital test
equipment, and cable locating and fault finding equipment.

If you’re looking for a challenging, gratifying career supporting the US Visiting Forces in the United
Kingdom — this job is for you; apply today!

Knowledge and Experience Required – Applicants must demonstrate the following:

1.Knowledge of technical practices in order to plan, layout, and complete maintenance or repair work needed for
high and Low voltage equipment and lines; and of high voltage electrical equipment and distribution lines such as
transformers, switches, circuit breakers, recording instruments, control systems, series and parallel, circuits, line
loading, line losses.

2. Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory, instruments used in shop, and trade practices; and of
   troubleshooting and locating defects and trouble spots.

3. Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices.

4. Skill in using and maintaining electrical tools and test equipment such as oscillators, phase sticks and rotation
   meters, digital test equipment, fault finding equipment, ampmeters, voltmeters, meggers, graphic recorders,
   dressing tools, wire tongs, wire tong supports, insulated tension links, tie sticks, and insulated hoods/covers and
   tools.

5. Ability to use electrical drawings, blueprints, circuit diagrams, and electronic schematics.

6. Ability to install, modify, test, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain high voltage electric power-controlling equipment
   and/or distribution lines without more than normal supervision.

Other Important Information

• Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s
  flexible working policies.
• Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules,
• and regulations.
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary
• training. Position may be coded as mission essential.
• A 6-month probationary period will be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary
  training.
  Other significant facts pertaining to this position are:

1. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours which may include evenings, weekends,

and/or holidays. Individuals may be required to work through their lunch break in the event of an emergency.

Overtime may be required, but not guaranteed. All on call duties should be understood as part of the job, but cannot

be guaranteed.

2. Position requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical which will include but not limited to

determining the ability to discern colors and contrasts, and the ability to work under adverse environmental

conditions.

3. The work will require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate driver’s license is required for the

position.

4. Visually checks the work of contractors for compliance with contract specifications on new construction.

5. Must be able to satisfactorily obtain/maintain an applicable UK Security Clearance.

6. May be required to obtain/maintain a Government Purchase Card (GPC) for ordering of material and tools in

accordance with current directives.

7. Attend job related courses/training as required and directed by management.

8. May be required to participate in local disaster, accident and/or contingency exercises.

9. Required to maintain appropriate certifications in accordance with UK qualification standards.

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave + 8 US Federal Holidays, year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy

• Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy

• Pension Scheme

• Life Assurance Scheme

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Free on-site parking

• Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment

• Development opportunities available

• Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent
  high performance

• Free access to on-site gym facilities

Who Can Apply

• Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other
  Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of
  continued residency in the UK.
• Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this

position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful
applicants will require a security clearance.

• Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.
• Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current
  passport.
• This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces
  Agreement.
• For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.

How To Apply
Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel Website;
https://www.mildenhall.af.mil/Portals/9/documents/civ_pers/AFD-150724-024.pdf?ver=2016-04-28-085219410 .

All applications must submit the following documents via email to 100fss.fsmc6@us.af.mil prior to the
closing date of the advertisement to be considered for the position.

Required Documents

• LNDH Application

Optional Documents

• Curriculum Vitale (CV) and/or Resume ( A CV/Resume is encouraged, but not required. Decision to include a
  resume will not increase or decrease probability of selection)
• Transcripts
• Certifications
• Letters of Recommendation
• Right to Work Documentation

Equal Opportunity Employer
There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race,
nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.