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Summary
The purpose of the Craftsman-in-Training (CIT) program is to establish requirements and responsibilities for recruiting and training individuals to become competent journeymen in the craft of electrician, The program is designed to train, appraise, and develop craftsmen as they progress through the various stages to the fully competent journeyman level.
This is not a remote position. The selectee will be required to be physically present at one of the duty location(s) identified.
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
07/26/2023 to 09/29/2023
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Salary
$49.85 - $71.65 per hour
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Pay scale & grade
GS 00
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Locations
Few vacancies in the following locations:
Additional locations are listed below.
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
No
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Travel Required
50% or less - Overnight travel of 10 or more nights may be required.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
00
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
Yes
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Announcement number
23-WG-00352-12063818-DHA
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Control number
739509800
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Clarification from the agency
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. U.S. Citizens, Nationals, and those who owe allegiance to the U.S. may apply. Vacancies may not exist in all duty locations during the open period of this vacancy announcement. Positions will be filled as needed.
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Duties
As a High Voltage Electrician (Craftsman-In-Training) you will participate in a program designed to train, appraise, and develop craftsmen as they progress through the various stages to the fully competent journeyman level. Responsibilities of a trainee include:
- Participate in all scheduled orientation and training and completes each level required to fulfill training program requirements.
- Complete all training material/lessons for grading and comment. These lessons need to be submitted to the Craft Training Coordinator (CTC) by the end of the fifth month of each six-month level to ensure advancement occurs on schedule.
- Inform the supervisor/foreman and the CTC promptly if, for any reason, if specified training material cannot be completed in time to meet the normal End-of-Level (EOL) exam schedule.
- Initiate and submit the Monthly Tracking Record. The monthly tracking record is a joint record made by the trainee and the supervisor/foreman showing where the trainee's hours are being spent. The intent of the monthly record is to create a dialogue between the foreman and the trainee, and it should be submitted within 2 weeks after the end of each month.
- Identify problems and issues, and provide feedback that affects progress in the program using the online feedback form. The feedback form must be completed before the trainee is advanced to the next level.
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Responsibility:
The craftsman may work individually, with another craftsman, or as a member of a full crew supervised by craftsman foreman. Provide technical guidance and training to apprentices. Work is assigned by the foreman and may include work to extend over as much as a 1 to 2 week period. Instructions may be oral or written and require the use of drawings, diagrams, or manuals. Work is carried out independently much of the time, although radio or telephone contact with the foreman is usually available. Work is usually accomplished in accordance with established procedures or policies although unique or unusual jobs may allow independence in the selection of work sequence and method of accomplishment. Work is spot checked for adequacy, workmanship, and timeliness.
Physical Effort:
Active climbing, lifting, working in strained positions. Work from ladders, scaffolds, and man-lift devices. May work from substation's support structures which requires the use of appropriate fall protection equipment. Install and repair equipment in confined and enclosed spaces. Regularly lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds or more.
Working Conditions:
Be able to wear protective apparel (such as respirators, steel-toed footwear) when required for worker safety. Work is both inside and out-of-doors with exposure to hazardous materials and the possibility of electric shock, falls, bruises, cuts, burns, strains, and inclement weather. May be required to fly to work sites by either fixed wing aircraft or helicopter. Work may require considerable travel requiring temporary lodging away from the duty station.
This public notice may be used to fill multiple positions as needed; therefore, applicants must meet the qualifications at the time the applications are reviewed.
Vacancies may not exist in all duty locations during the open period of this vacancy announcement. Positions will be filled as needed.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
- This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
- Must wear Arc Rated protective clothing when in proximity to exposed energized circuits.
- This position requires an initial drug test prior to appointment and random drug or drug and alcohol testing thereafter. Failure to test or a positive result on random drug or drug and alcohol tests conducted after appointment may result in removal from Federal employment.
- If you are tentatively selected for this position, you will be required to have a physical examination that will determine whether you are qualified to perform the duties of the position. An offer of employment will depend upon your successfully passing the physical examination.
- This position requires completion of an annual medical examination at Federal expense.
- This position may require regular and recurring overtime. Overtime may be required on short notice to include nights, holidays and weekends in support of related mission requirements.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to operate vehicles of more than 26,000 pounds GVWR. The CDL must be obtained within 90 days of employment. The hiring organization will work with you on obtaining your CDL.
- This position requires the ability to operate a Government vehicle. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain Defensive Driver certification and have a valid state driver's license. Defensive Driver's Training will be completed upon employment.
- This position requires the incumbent to climb transmission structures averaging 65 feet but up to 500 feet on occasion, and communication towers up to 400 feet.
- Personal maximum weight may not exceed 280 pounds at time of appointment. Personal weight will be determined at the time of physical examination and final job offer will be contingent upon verification that individual's weight does not exceed this amount.
Qualifications
In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C).Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone.
Minimum qualifications for selection of Craftsman Trainees are as follows:
- The applicant must have some specialized craft experience in or directly related to the occupation of the advertised craft, AND at least one of the following:
- Completion of a 4-year apprentice program in a related craft OR
- Employment as a Western journeyman in the craft occupations (i.e. in the "WB" pay plan) OR
- Employed at the journeyman level (i.e. a level achieved by at least 4 years of training) in a related craft.
Responsibility:
The craftsman may work individually, with another craftsman, or as a member of a full crew supervised by craftsman foreman. Provide technical guidance and training to apprentices. Work is assigned by the foreman and may include work to extend over as much as a 1 to 2 week period. Instructions may be oral or written and require the use of drawings, diagrams, or manuals. Work is carried out independently much of the time, although radio or telephone contact with the foreman is usually available. Work is usually accomplished in accordance with established procedures or policies although unique or unusual jobs may allow independence in the selection of work sequence and method of accomplishment. Work is spot checked for adequacy, workmanship, and timeliness.
Physical Effort:
Active climbing, lifting, working in strained positions. Work from ladders, scaffolds, and man-lift devices. May work from substation's support structures which requires the use of appropriate fall protection equipment. Install and repair equipment in confined and enclosed spaces. Regularly lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds or more.
Working Conditions:
Be able to wear protective apparel (such as respirators, steel-toed footwear) when required for worker safety. Work is both inside and out-of-doors with exposure to hazardous materials and the possibility of electric shock, falls, bruises, cuts, burns, strains, and inclement weather. May be required to fly to work sites by either fixed wing aircraft or helicopter. Work may require considerable travel requiring temporary lodging away from the duty station.
This public notice may be used to fill multiple positions as needed; therefore, applicants must meet the qualifications at the time the applications are reviewed.
Vacancies may not exist in all duty locations during the open period of this vacancy announcement. Positions will be filled as needed.
Education
There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.
Additional information
The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.
- The selectee for this position may be eligible to receive a recruitment or relocation incentive. You will need to sign an employment agreement to be eligible for this incentive.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This position is announced under a government-wide Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for High Voltage Electrician (Craftsman-In-Training) positions in the 2810 series. Under the DHA, applicants who meet the Education and Qualification requirements listed in this announcement will be referred for consideration. Veteran's Preference, category rating, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply under the DHA process.
Appointments made under the DHA are processed as "new" appointments. Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b).
Successful candidates will possess the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):Career Transition Assistance Programs: If you are eligible for career transition assistance, such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the Education and Qualification requirements to be referred for consideration.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (09/29/2023) of this announcement.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12063818
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:
- Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
- Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable. It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.
- Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
- You must have a login.gov account to sign into USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/.
- To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button.
- Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation.
- You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date.
To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/
If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.
Agency contact information
Charles Lasley
- lasley@wapa.gov
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WAPA-DSW-Desert Southwest
12155 W. Alameda Pkwy
Lakewood, CO 80228
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. The status of your application will be updated in USAJOBS as it is evaluated.
You can check the status by logging into USAJOBS. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application changes by logging into your USAJobs Account and editing the Notification Settings.
You will be contacted directly if an interview is required.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Additional Locations
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Phoenix, AZ
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Yuma, AZ
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Elverta, CA
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Redding, CA
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Tracy, CA
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Brush, CO
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Craig, CO
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Loveland, CO
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Montrose, CO
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Hinton, IA
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Fort Peck, MT
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Glendive, MT
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Havre, MT
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Miles City, MT
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Gering, NE
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Boulder City, NV
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Shiprock, NM
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Bismarck, ND
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Devils Lake, ND
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Jamestown, ND
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West Fargo, ND
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Williston, ND
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Armour, SD
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Huron, SD
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Philip, SD
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Pierre, SD
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Rapid City, SD
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Watertown, SD
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Vernal, UT
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Casper, WY
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Cheyenne, WY
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Cody, WY
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Required Documents
To apply for this position, you MUST provide a complete application package which includes:
- Your RESUME showing all relevant work experience (paid and unpaid) including: duties performed; full name and address of the each employer; start and end dates (month/day/year); work schedule (part-time, full-time, number of hours if intermittent); salary; and any completed education and training (program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
- Transcripts, if specific educational requirements are indicated in this job announcement.Unofficial transcripts or any report listing institution, course title, credits earned (semester or quarter hour) and final grade is acceptable. It is your responsibility to provide adequate proof that you meet the educational requirements.
- Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable(e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.) For more information see the OPM Guide to Career Transition.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help
To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/
If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.
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How to Apply
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the announcement closing date to receive consideration.
The application process is as follows:
- You must have a login.gov account to sign into USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/account/.
- To begin the application process in USAJOBS, click the Apply Online button.
- Answer the questions presented in the application and attach all required and supporting documentation.
- You must click the Submit Application button prior to 11:59 pm (ET) on the announcement closing date.
To verify the status of your application, during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account; applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each application status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you need help with login.gov or USAJOBS (e.g., account access, Resume Builder) visit the USAJOBS Help Center: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/
If you experience difficulty applying on USAJOBS, after clicking the Apply Online button, or you are experiencing a significant hardship hindering your ability to apply online, the Agency Contact listed in the announcement can assist you during normal business hours. If you receive any system error messages, take screenshots if possible, to aid technical support.
Agency contact information
Charles Lasley
- lasley@wapa.gov
- Address
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WAPA-DSW-Desert Southwest
12155 W. Alameda Pkwy
Lakewood, CO 80228
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. The status of your application will be updated in USAJOBS as it is evaluated.
You can check the status by logging into USAJOBS. You may also sign up to receive automatic emails anytime the status of your application changes by logging into your USAJobs Account and editing the Notification Settings.
You will be contacted directly if an interview is required.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Additional Locations
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Phoenix, AZ
-
Yuma, AZ
-
Elverta, CA
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Redding, CA
-
Tracy, CA
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Brush, CO
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Craig, CO
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Loveland, CO
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Montrose, CO
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Hinton, IA
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Fort Peck, MT
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Glendive, MT
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Havre, MT
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Miles City, MT
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Gering, NE
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Boulder City, NV
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Shiprock, NM
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Bismarck, ND
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Devils Lake, ND
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Jamestown, ND
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West Fargo, ND
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Williston, ND
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Armour, SD
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Huron, SD
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Philip, SD
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Pierre, SD
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Rapid City, SD
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Watertown, SD
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Vernal, UT
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Casper, WY
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Cheyenne, WY
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Cody, WY
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Charles Lasley
- lasley@wapa.gov
- Address
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WAPA-DSW-Desert Southwest
12155 W. Alameda Pkwy
Lakewood, CO 80228
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