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Summary Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Hydroelectric Power Plant Operator (Senior). You can make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. Duty Location: Folsom, California Responsibilities As a Senior Hydroelectric Power Plant Operator with Reclamation, primary duties include: Monitoring primary and secondary communications circuits to all system plant facilities. Overseeing and directing hydroelectric power plant operations to effect changes in water releases. Performing switching and tagging operations, issuing clearances, and conducting emergency switching operations. Observing and documenting abnormal operating conditions in the plant; determining nature, cause, and corrective actions to address identified issues. Monitoring equipment indicators and conducting necessary adjustments among generation and water release structures to sustain river flow and meet municipal water requirements. Preparing technical documentation and maintaining pertinent data logs. Performing other related duties as assigned within this position classification. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. You must be suitable for federal employment, as determined by a background investigation. You must submit a resume and supporting documentation (see Required Documents). You must submit proof of eligibility documents for veterans' consideration (see Required Documents). You must maintain a valid state-issued driver's license, as the position requires operation of motor vehicles on public roads and government installations. Failure to maintain a valid driver's license may result in removal from the position. This position is designated as a MODERATE RISK Public Trust position. It requires a fully completed and favorably adjudicated Public Trust Suitability Background Investigation (T2S or T2RS or equivalent) that is current (within the last 5 years). This is a condition of employment. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination conducted by an agency-approved licensed physician, certifying your ability to perform the duties of the position. The cost of the exam will be reimbursed by the agency. Periodic and recurring safety and occupational health examinations will be required. Will be required to work rotating shift schedules. This includes first shift, second shift, third shift, federal holidays, some weekends, and during emergency operations. Overtime may be required. Continue to the Additional Information section for the Condition of Employment for Probationary Period. Who May Apply: 30% or More Disabled Veterans Bureau of Reclamation Employees (Competitive) Bureau of Reclamation Employees (Non-Competitive) Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) Department of the Interior Employees (Competitive) Department of the Interior Employees (Non-Competitive) Federal Employees (Competitive Transfer) Federal Employees (Non-Competitive Transfer) Former Federal Employees (Competitive Reinstatement) Former Federal Employees (Non-Competitive Reinstatement) Individuals with Disabilities (Schedule A) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act (LMWFA) Military Spouses Miscellaneous Appointing Authorities Peace Corps & AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteers Public Lands Corps (PLC) Hiring Authority Special Hiring Authorities Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) Veterans Recruitment Authority (VRA) Qualifications Please limit your resume to no more than 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard for the WG-5400 Industrial Equipment Operation Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element(s) listed and 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. Emphasis of requirements is on the quality of related experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your application materials must demonstrate sufficient work experience and training to successfully perform the duties of the position. Qualifications will be determined on the basis of information submitted within your resume and responses to the technical assessment questions. For more information about qualification requirements for Federal Wage System positions, please visit OPM. Minimum qualifications for trades and labor positions are determined by an evaluation of job elements. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all job elements to be determined as qualified for the position. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). 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 Eligibility and Qualification requirements by 01/28/2026. Education This position does not allow substituting education for experience. Additional Information As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest will be evaluated. This probationary period is an extension of the appointment process and therefore requires the agency to determine if continued employment would advance the public interest, meet the organization goals and mission of the agency, and/or otherwise promote the efficiency of the service. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, the agency will consider: Your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal civil service. Under applicable law, the employment of an individual serving a probationary or trial period may automatically terminate when that period ends, unless the agency affirmatively certifies, in writing, that the individual's employment should continue and that their appointment should be finalized. In the absence of agency action to affirmatively certify continued employment beyond the probationary or trial period, such appointments are terminated. Upon completion of your probationary your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Reclamation has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework only during an emergency or natural disaster. DOI uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including applicant rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment incentive. The decision to offer an incentive is determined on an individual basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For more information, visit: Recruitment Incentive. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959: You must certify registration with the Selective Service System or indicate that you are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Go to: https://www.sss.gov Direct deposit enrollment required. This is a bargaining unit position represented by a labor union (IBEW). Additional vacancies may be filled using this job announcement. Physical Efforts: The position requires the ability to safely and efficiently perform duties involving physical exertion. Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Duties involve periodic standing, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, and sitting for extended periods; climbing stairs, ladders or scaffolding; and working in confined spaces. Work Environment: The position requires the ability to safely and efficiently work alone and with others. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. May periodically be subject to inclement weather conditions. Job duties require work to be performed around energized sources and on or around active machinery and equipment. May be exposed to irritation or discomfort typically caused by possible exposure to dust particles, heat, noise, fumes, and working on damp flooring or ground. Protective personal equipment and protective clothing is required in accordance with OSHA industry standards.