The U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana is seeking an individual for the position of ASSISTANT MAINTENACE SUPERVISOR (ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL) in the Facilities Maintenance Section of the Embassy.

Position Number: A52608

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

The incumbent under the supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor serves as an Assistant Maintenance Supervisor (Mechanical/Electrical). S/he supervises, monitors and coordinates activities of 4 maintenance foremen directly and 32 maintenance field technicians indirectly in the maintenance of 76 standby generators located at the various Mission residences as well as all Electricals at the Residences, including Air Conditioning and Plumbing works. S/he performs quality control inspections, scheduling and prioritizing work schedules involving trades that he directly supervises. Ensures that all work assigned are performed in a timely manner and enforces that all safety rules and regulations are adhered to. Oversees and directly supervises non-routine small construction projects with in-house work force; and perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

•   Completion of a three year diploma in Electrical or Mechanical trade is required.
•   Three to five years prior working experience on generators and electrical systems of which two years must be at a supervisory level.
•   Level III English required. Good working knowledge of written and spoken English. The job holder must be able to read, understand and interprets for example regulation, blue prints, manufacturer’s specifications, instructions and related material concerning the field of work. Also job holder must be able to prepare correspondence and standardized reports. Language proficiency will be tested.
•   General knowledge of Ghanaian guidelines concerning construction and maintenance practices. Must know how to use the tools of the trade, and have full journeyman mechanic knowledge of established trade practices and procedures.
•   Must be able to use standard tools of one or more building trades. Ability to read blueprints and interpret manufacturer’s instructions. Ability to do basic word processing and computer data entry. Must possess a valid Ghanaian driver’s License (Class B). Driving proficiency will be tested.

Salary:  GH¢23,369.00 p.a. (Starting salary)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174): or
2. A combination of both: i.e. Section 1-24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information): plus
4. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form
DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veteran preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
6. A telephone number, post office box and/or e-mail address where we can contact you to schedule an interview.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.

A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

NOTE:

1. All applications must have the Position Number and Position Title identified.
2. All “Hard Copy”/printed applications must be submitted to the Mail Room at the
Chancery. Hard Copy Applications submitted through any other office will not be accepted. You may apply on-line using the email address.:-

AccraHRO@state.gov

This is the preferred means of applying for a position with the American Embassy.

3. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE FOR AN OPEN/ADVERTIZED POSITION. APPLICATIONS PREVIOUSLY CONSIDERED FOR A JOB WILL NOT BE HELD/CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE JOBS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, YOU MUST RE-APPLY.    

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office
Through the Mailroom, Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P.O. Box GP194, Accra

POINT OF CONTACT:

Telephone: 0302-741000
Fax: 0302-741389
E-mail: AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 29 July, 2015

NOTE: ALL U.S. AND NON-GHANAIAN CITIZENS, WHO ARE NOT FAMILY MEMBERS OF USG EMPLOYEES OFFICIALLY ASSIGNED TO POST AND UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY, MUST ATTACH COPIES OF THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. NO RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE PROVIDED TO THE JOB LOCATION: ACCRA, GHANA. IF TRANSPORTATION TO ACCRA IS REQUIRED, IT WILL BE THE EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITY.