This vacancy is for a WG-2805-10, Electrician located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), Director of Operational Logistics, Base Boston, Naval Engineering Department Boston, Industrial Production Facility South Portland in Boston, Massachusetts.
You will be responsible for responsible for the proper installation and repair of electrical equipment, surrounding housing, circuits and equipment. Being a civilian working for the Coast Guard makes you a valuable team member. Typical duties include: Installing, modifying, repairing, maintaining, troubleshooting, testing, and loading new and existing electrical lines, circuits, systems, and associated fixtures, controls, and equipment.
Installing all types of electrical equipment such as motors, generators, converters, inverters, alternators, frequency modulators, transformers, controllers and switchboards. Installing wire or cables of all sizes and the mechanical protection required by code. Installing various types of control and alarm systems. Selecting and ordering the proper materials for repairs, installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Completing comprehensive facility maintenance activities by supporting and assisting other trades, such as Carpenters, Maintenance Mechanics, Masons, and others, when deemed necessary by the supervisor.
This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers.
DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.
This position is with U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security.
The posted pay range is $37.68 – $43.96/hr.
Applications close on 2026-09-18.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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