Embassy of United States of America

Position: Painter

Job Time: Full-Time

Job Type: Contract

Place of Work: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Salary: USD $8,208 - USD $8,208

Posted date: 20 minutes ago

Application Deadline: Aug, 30/2021 (14 days left)

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

• For USEFM - FP is 09. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
• All Interested Applicants/All Sources

Security Clearance Required:

• Public Trust - Background Investigation

Appointment Type: Permanent

Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of the probationary period

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Painter.

The work schedule for this position is:

• Full Time (44 hours per week)

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end

Duties

The Painter provides journey-level painting, including all surface preparations for all surfaces that may need to receive paint. The painter also may perform small drywall/gypsum board and masonry installation and repair, wood refinishing, minor re-glazing for windows, and other minor works as required. Working independently, prepare and paint or refinish all surfaces as required including selecting and mixing different types of colors in order to properly match color for all on and off compound residences and offices. Paint furniture - smooth painted, stain, varnishing cabinets and shelves; painting materials made of metal and wood; painting roads, traffic signs; painting long poles.

Qualifications and Evaluations

• EXPERIENCE: At least one year of experience working with building, trade, construction, fire and safety codes and standards is required.
• Note: Please upload all work experience copies of yours under "Other Document 1 or 2"

EDUCATION: Completion of secondary school and vocational training or apprenticeship recognized as producing journeyman painting skills is required. 

Note: Please upload all copies of your Education under "High School Diploma or equivalent"

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: English Level 2 speaking/reading/writing. Amharic Level 3 speaking/reading/writing. (This may be tested)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Must be able to use all tools and equipment of the painting trade
• Able to work unsupervised and inspect subcontractor’s work for compliance
• He/she must be able to lift 40 kilos, work off a ladder at heights over three meters
• Must have good customer service skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Possess a minimum of a class II driving license. (This may be tested)

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, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:

• Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference. of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link: https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/definitions-for-va

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead.

How to apply

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance. 

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button on our website by the below link

CLICK HERE For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email or phone. 

For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.