US Embassy In Tanzania Electrician

Closing Date of The Position: November 8, 2012

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. 

The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Electrician in the Facility Maintenance Section. 

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION 

Performs highly skilled electrical and instrumentation works for the embassy and Aid building. Completely responsible for the Building Automation System data base, Fire Alarm System maintenance and repairs, Fuel Monitoring System maintenance and repairs and recording systems, elevators control systems, water treatment plants electrical and controls, water storage control systems, HVAC ductwork control systems , compound main automatic voltage regulator inspection, compound main and secondary switchgear inspection, maintenance and repairs, advanced building automation systems, advanced building lighting systems and advanced building energy efficiency. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

30%

Maintains repairs and install all kind of electrical equipment including kitchen equipment Office equipments, light equipments, low voltage automatic voltage regulators, HVACs and BAS System control devices, etc.

20%

Daily and weekly Conducts preventive maintenance (PM) for all BAS Systems and electrical systems, switchgears, panels. In conjunction with the AFM and FM develops a long range plan for absolute 100% equipment reliability thru scheduled PM inspections.

20%

Trouble shoots the building automation systems (BAS), and keep track of performance of lighting Systems and all electrical and electronics systems (pump station, portable and waste water Treatment plant) at the embassy.

10%

Troubleshoot and maintain fire alarm (FA) systems at the Embassy. Works with 3-4 contractors when contracted-out to work on automation systems, switch gears etc.

10%

Researches manufacturers recommended spare parts, identifies new upgraded spare parts And replacement parts, enters these into the procurement system, tracks the process until they have been safely received by the warehouse personnel.

5%

Works with manufactures' manuals and technical drawings as necessary, and performs all additional electrical repairs and or installations at the Embassy.

5%

Maintain records of all materials used for electrical works at the embassy.

• Performs job activities and duties in a responsible manner to avoid the creation of safety or health hazards; conforms to established safety and health policies and procedures; properly utilizes appropriate personal protection equipment as required by the job activity; informs supervisor of all accidents, illnesses and injuries; promptly reports unsafe or hazardous conditions.

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

1. Education: Completion of Secondary School (Form IV) is required. Completion of technical vocational school or equivalent training is required.
2. Prior Work Experience: Minimum two years work experience is required, must have previous experience on programmable logic controllers, preferably on a US Government owned facility. Experience with automated fire alarm systems, Automation system experience is mandatory as well as experience on A/C system, pump systems, etc.
3. Post Entry Training: From supervisor and required coursework (FSI/OBO) (in English).
4. Language proficiency: Level III English (good working knowledge) and level IV (fluent) in Kiswahili (writing, reading and speaking) is required.
5. Knowledge: Must have thorough knowledge in the electrical field, specializing in systems maintenance.
6. Skills and Abilities: In addition to electrical skills some instrumentation experience is required. Ability to read logic diagrams, and understand automated systems. Computer skills is required.

SELECTION PROCESS

When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application. 

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy. 

TO APPLY

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

1. Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174). A hard copy of the application form (DS-174) is also available at the American Embassy, gate 3; or


2. A combination of both; i.e. Sections 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 US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans 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.

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

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO

American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

POINT OF CONTACT

Telephone: 229 4000, Ext: 4137/4148/4233/4024
Fax: 2294726

CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: November 8, 2012