U.S. Embassy Welder/Locksmith Jobs in Kenya
Duties
Incumbent works under the direct supervision and guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor – FSN 08; C52610
The incumbent is employed as a journeyman level Welder/Locksmith to carry out standard welding repairs/fabrications, and repair/installations of Locks throughout the New Embassy Compound (NEC) functional/office buildings, on-compound ancillary support and residential buildings, recreational facilities, and other owned/leased properties.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a: Kenya Police Clearance Certificate
All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time 4 weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Education Requirements:
Completion of secondary school is required. Completion of vocational training program from an accredited institute recognized as producing journeyman level licensed pipe fitter or welder and locksmith trade, trained in the maintenance of commercial or industrial buildings/facilities is required.
Evaluations:
You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years’ experience working in building environment as a journeyman welder and locks installer in commercial or industrial facilities is required.
Language:
English level III (Good working knowledge: Written/Speaking/Reading) is required.
Kiswahili Level III (Good working knowledge: Written/Speaking/Reading) is required.
Job Knowledge:
Should have a general knowledge of construction, maintenance, and safety procedures in work related areas, and ability to comprehend and apply relevant safety codes.
Excellent working knowledge of locks, welding, materials, mechanical tools, and equipment associated with the trade.
General knowledge painting metal surfaces.
A valid driver’s license – Class BCE is required.
Skills and Abilities:
Read and interpret drawing and schematics
Safely operate various equipment and tools used in welding and metal fabrication including band saws, grinders, drill press, chop saw and shear and be able to disassemble and reassemble various locks and associated components.
Must possess good communication skills and ability to interact with customers in a constructive manner
Responding to urgent situations in an efficient and timely manner to effect immediate repairs.
Work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, on ladders at various heights, and in temperature extremes, indoors or outdoors to complete work assignments.
Communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, and vendors to obtain and provide pertinent information.
Use a computer; to include MS Word and Outlook, and able to write e-mails.
Typing skills required.
At least five (5) years of experience driving saloon cars and pick-up trucks.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; U.S. Embassy Welder/Locksmith Jobs in Kenya
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