Job Vacancy at US Embassy

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for Trade Helper position in the Facilities Maintenance Section (FAC), Abuja.

TRADE HELPER

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
The incumbent assists skilled technicians with whom s/he will be working at embassy and residential compounds. H/his duties include maintenance and repair work, including painting, masonry, and carpentry work and other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

NOTE: All applicants MUST address each required qualification listed below with specific information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

Completion of Elementary/Primary School or Basic training in one or more of the building maintenance trades is required.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in one or more building maintenance trades: Electrician, Plumber, Mason, A/C Technician, Carpenter and Painter are required.
Level II (Limited knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English Language is required.
Knowledge  of safe working practices is required.
Ability to differentiate hand tools is required.
Must have a valid Nigeria driver’s license.

TO APPLY
The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained on our website at http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/hr_office.html and/or by telephone number 09-461-4000 Ext 4261

TO APPLY
Applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174) http://photos.state.gov/libraries/nigeria/487468/pdfs/DS-174-FILL.pdf; or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus,
Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
Any other documentation such as degrees or diplomas earned and NYSC Certificates/exemptions or awards.
A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.
Limit all electronic (e-mail) submissions to one entry/e-mail not larger than 5MB.
Please submit attachments in PDF and Word formats, not pictures.
E-mails received without the appropriate subject line and incomplete applications will not be considered.
Submit Application to: HRNigeria@state.gov

Point of Contact: Tel: 09-461-4000 Ext 4261

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE POSITION DECRIPTIONS (PDF)

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM FOR EMPLOYMENT AS A LOCALLY EMPLOYED STAFF OR FAMILY MEMBER (DS-174) (PDF 1.78 MB)

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING DS-174 (PDF 2.40 MB)

Note:
Mailed (paper/hard copies) applications will NOT be accepted.
All not ordinarily resident applicants must have the required work and residency permits to be eligible for Consideration. A U.S. Citizen EFM does not have to be residing in country to be considered, but the sponsoring officer under chief of mission (com) authority does have to Be assigned officially to post.
Due to the high volume of applications received, we will only contact applicants who are being considered.

DUE DATE: 17 June, 2016