US Embassy Artisan Jobs in Accra
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Duties
Working in the Facility Management section of the Embassy, the Carpentry Maintenance Worker carries out scheduled and unscheduled preventive maintenance and repair work on the finish and interior assemblies, furnishings and fixtures in all mission buildings and facilities including residential owned and leased properties.
The job holder would repair, adjust and install doors, windows, hardware, wall, ceiling and floor coverings, sunshades and blinds; fixed furnishings; painting of various surfaces; and replacement specified glazing products with required installation materials.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of building assemblies, furnishings, and fixture operations.
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JOB KNOWLEDGE:
- Maintenance and repair of various building finish and assemble, components, fixtures and furnishings utilizing carpentry and general building construction skill.
- Ability to set up and operate a wide variety of woodworking and metal machines, various types of power and handheld tools that meet accepted trade practices and safety procedures.
Education Requirements:
Completion of secondary school is required and/or completion of vocational training from an accredited institution recognized as producing journeyman level technicians with a concentration in carpentry is required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: Good working knowledge of English (Reading, Speaking and Writing) is required. Good working knowledge in Twi and Ga (Reading, Writing and Speaking )is required. Language proficiency may be tested
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to identify problems or dangers, report issues and provide solution.
- Communication and interpersonal skills to answer queries from end-users.
- Ability to work as part of a team, work under pressure and a tight schedule.
- A flexible approach to work shifts and answering emergency calls at all hours.
- A current driver's license is required. (Driving skills may be tested)
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Qualifications:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
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