General Maintenance Worker - FM

Overview

The U.S. Mission in Nairobi is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of General Maintenance Worker.

Responsibilities

Working in the Facility Management section of the Embassy, the General Maintenance Worker carries out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and minor repair work on the plumbing system and fixtures, general welding and masonry work in all mission buildings and facilities including residential owned and leased properties.

Additional education

Completion of secondary school is required and completion of vocational training from an accredited institute recognized as awarding a Trades Certificate in a general construction field is also required.

Experience

Additional experience

A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of plumbing and commercial or industrial HVAC/mechanical heating, refrigeration and ventilation systems is required.

Skills

• Self Motivated
• repair
• Water technician expert in installation, maintenance of water supply systems, water treatment plants, water storage facilities, pumps, plants and controls panels of and other allied equipment and general plumbing works.

Additional skills

• Must be able to identify problems or dangers, report issues and provide solution.
• Must be able to work as part of a team, work under pressure and a tight schedule.
• Must have flexible approach to work shifts and answer emergency calls at all hours.
• Must have a valid driver's license Class B, C, E. with at least five (5) years of experience driving.

Terms and conditions

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain a Local Security Certification.

Interested candidates for this position must submit their application to the following for consideration: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/ken/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

Required Documents: Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:

• Residency and/or Work Permit (If applicable)
• DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation

(If applicable)

• SF-50 (if applicable)
• Secondary school certificate
• Curriculum- Vitae (CV)
• Completion of vocational training from an accredited institute recognized as awarding a Trades Certificate in a general construction field

What to Expect Next: Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

For further information: the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained from the recruitment website.

https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/ken/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Nairobi, Kenya.