Assessment criteria — Electrical Technician

Evaluation criteria 27

• 01Performs to standard: Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 4.48
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 02Performs to standard: Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 4.37
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 03Performs to standard: Supervise, coordinate, or schedule the activities of construction or extractive workers.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 4.36
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 04Performs to standard: Assign work to employees, based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 4.22
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 05Performs to standard: Coordinate work activities with other construction project activities.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 4.16
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 06Performs to standard: Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 4.14
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 07Performs to standard: Analyze worker or production problems and recommend solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 4.11
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 08Performs to standard: Order or requisition materials or supplies.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 4.03
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 09Performs to standard: Train workers in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures, or company policies.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 4.01
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 10Performs to standard: Locate, measure, and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 3.92
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 11Performs to standard: Confer with managerial or technical personnel, other departments, or contractors to resolve problems or to coordinate activities.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 3.91
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 12Performs to standard: Arrange for repairs of equipment or machinery.

  O*NET task · observed · IM 3.82
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 13Effectiveness at: Mark reference points on construction materials.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 14Effectiveness at: Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 15Effectiveness at: Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 16Effectiveness at: Clean equipment or facilities.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 17Effectiveness at: Assemble temporary equipment or structures.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 18Effectiveness at: Direct construction or extraction personnel.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 19Effectiveness at: Measure work site dimensions.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 20Effectiveness at: Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 21Effectiveness at: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 22Effectiveness at: Apply sealants or other protective coatings.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 23Effectiveness at: Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 24Effectiveness at: Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 25Effectiveness at: Install metal structural components.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 26Effectiveness at: Cut metal components for installation.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

• 27Effectiveness at: Maintain construction tools or equipment.

  O*NET work activity · observed
  Rating frame (5-point BARS)

  5 · Exceeds

  — rating anchor pending —

  3 · Meets

  — rating anchor pending —

  1 · Below

  — rating anchor pending —

  Rating anchors are completed by the rater against observed behavior — leveled anchor text lands with the next source edition.

Performance standards at this level 21

What good looks like at this level, by dimension — verbatim level and JFM rubric text, with this profile's performance metrics attached where a real keyword match exists. Work activities are O*NET-derived (basis: derived).

• Scope

  canon · level dimension · observed

  A defined queue or customer set

• Autonomy

  canon · level dimension · observed

  General supervision; handles standard cases independently

• Complexity

  canon · level dimension · observed

  Standard issues within known procedures

• Impact

  canon · level dimension · observed

  Customer satisfaction for own queue

• Decision rights

  canon · level dimension · observed

  Resolves standard cases; escalates complex

• Leadership

  canon · level dimension · observed

  None

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Mark reference points on construction materials.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Clean equipment or facilities.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Assemble temporary equipment or structures.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Direct construction or extraction personnel.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Measure work site dimensions.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Apply sealants or other protective coatings.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Move construction or extraction materials to locations where they are needed.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Install metal structural components.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Cut metal components for installation.

• Work activities

  O*NET work activity · derived

  Effectiveness at: Maintain construction tools or equipment.

Structured-interview dimensions

The work-style constructs a structured interview for this occupation should probe (importance-ranked). Pair with past-behavior questions and anchored rating scales — the evidence-backed format.

Level-calibrated behavioral anchors 9

Verbatim anchors from open leveled frameworks, mapped onto this profile's level (basis: derived — competency-scoped, not per-criterion). Use them to calibrate what "exceeds / meets" looks like at this level.

• Seeing the Big Picture

  UK Civil Service Success Profiles · EO or equivalent

  Understand how your work and the work of your team supports wider objectives and meets the diverse needs of stakeholders. Keep up to date with the issues that affect your work area. Take a keen interest in expanding knowledge in areas related to your work. Focus on overall goals and not just specific tasks to meet priorities.

• Changing and Improving

  UK Civil Service Success Profiles · EO or equivalent

  Regularly review own and team’s work and take the initiative to suggest ideas to make improvements. Give feedback on changes in a constructive manner. Take a positive, open approach to the possibility of change and encourage others to do the same. Help others to understand changes and the reasons they are being put in place. Identify and act on the effects changes are having on your role and that of the team. Look for ways to use technology to achieve efficient and effective results. Consider accessibility needs of the diverse range of end users.

• Making Effective Decisions

  UK Civil Service Success Profiles · EO or equivalent

  Take responsibility for making effective and fair decisions, in a timely manner. Analyse and research further information to support decisions. Talk to relevant people to get advice and information when unsure how to proceed. Explain how decisions have been reached in a clear and concise way, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrate the consideration of all options, costs, risks and wider implications, including the diverse needs of end users and any accessibility requirements.

• Leadership

  UK Civil Service Success Profiles · EO or equivalent

  Show pride and passion for your work and positive, inclusive engagement with your team. Understand your areas of responsibility and display awareness of the wider impact of your actions. Proactively role model and promote an inclusive workplace, promptly dealing with inappropriate language and behaviours when they arise, including any instances of discrimination or misconduct. Give praise and credit to colleagues and stakeholders where appropriate.

• Communicating and Influencing

  UK Civil Service Success Profiles · EO or equivalent

  Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Take time to consider the best communication channel to use for the audience, including making the best of digital resources and considering value for money. Interact with others in an enthusiastic way. Express ideas clearly and with respect for others. Listen to and value different ideas, views and ways of working. Respond constructively and objectively to comments and questions. Handle challenging conversations with confidence and sensitivity.

• Working Together

  UK Civil Service Success Profiles · EO or equivalent

  Develop a range of contacts outside own team and identify opportunities to share knowledge, information and learning. Show genuine interest when listening to others. Contribute to an inclusive working environment where all opinions and challenges are listened to and all individual needs are taken into account. Ensure it is clear that bullying, harassment and discrimination are unacceptable. Offer support and help to colleagues when in need, including consideration of your own and their wellbeing. Change ways of working to aid cooperation within and between teams in order to achieve results.

• Developing Self and Others

  UK Civil Service Success Profiles · EO or equivalent

  Identify gaps in own and team’s skills and knowledge. Set and consistently meet development objectives. Seek learning opportunities. Support the development plans of all colleagues, recognising how diversity of experience/background can help to build an inclusive team culture. Consider the contributions of all team members and delegate work to aid the learning and development of all. Encourage and listen to developmental feedback from colleagues.

• Managing a Quality Service

  UK Civil Service Success Profiles · EO or equivalent

  Work with customers to understand their needs and expectations. Create clear plans and set priorities which meet the needs of both the customer and the business. Clearly explain to customers what can be done. Keep colleagues and stakeholders fully informed of plans, possibilities and progress. Identify common problems that affect service, report them and find possible solutions. Deliver good customer service which balances quality and cost effectiveness.

• Delivering at Pace

  UK Civil Service Success Profiles · EO or equivalent

  Regularly review the success of activities in the team to identify barriers to progress or challenging objectives. Identify who and what is required to ensure success, set clear goals and areas of responsibility and continually assess workloads considering individual needs. Follow relevant policies, procedures and legislation to complete your work. Ensure colleagues have the correct tools and resources available to them to do their jobs. Have a positive and focused attitude to achieving outcomes, despite any setbacks. Regularly check performance against objectives, making suggestions for improvement or taking corrective action where necessary. Ensure that colleagues are supported where tasks are challenging.