About
- Announcement Number: LILONGWE-2023-013
- Hiring Agency: Embassy Lilongwe
- Position Title: Plumber (Open to all Interested Applicants from All Sources)
- Open Period: 03/22/2023 – 04/05/2023 Format MM/DD/YYYY
- Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+2
- Series/Grade: LE – 1210 4
- Salary: USD $9,391
- Work Schedule: Full-time – N/A
- Promotion Potential: LE-4
- Duty Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Lilongwe, MI
- Telework Eligible: No
- For More Info: HR Section
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000-000-0000
[email protected]
Overview
- Hiring Path: • Open to the public
- Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- All Interested Applicants/ All Sources
- Security Clearance Required:
- Public Trust – Background Investigation
- Appointment Type
- Temporary
- Appointment Type Details:
- not exceeding 3 years and Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period.
- Marketing Statement:
- We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees (https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Eight-Qualities-of-Overseas-Employees.pdf) before you apply.
- Summary:
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The U.S. Mission Lilongwe, Malawi is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Plumber.
The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours per week)
- Supervisory Position:
- No
- Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
- No
- Travel Required:
- Not Required
Duties
This position is located in the Facility Management Section, US Embassy, Lilongwe, Malawi. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure safe and working condition of all plumbing systems in residences, offices and the warehouse and constant availability of appliances.
The incumbent is a journeyman level plumber assigned to the Embassy Facility Management section. The incumbent receives work assignments from the Maintenance Supervisor on a daily basis. The incumbent will be required to discuss and advise on the appropriate method of work and materials required when liaising with maintenance team and supervisors, estimate material costs and time frames required to achieve targets. The incumbent is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of all plumbing fixtures including, but not limited to water pumps, sinks, tubs, toilets, hot water heaters, drains, and all plumbing pipe work.
Qualifications and Evaluations
- Requirements:
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EXPERIENCE: Must have served at least two years as an apprentice plumber and at least one-year working as a journeyman-plumber.
- Education Requirements:
- Completion of Secondary school is required; completion of vocational school or apprenticeship program, recognized as producing journeyman-skilled plumbers, or equivalent, is required.
- Evaluations:
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“This may be tested”
LANGUAGE: Level III (good working knowledge) English and Chichewa required
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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- Must be capable of, and have knowledge of, the standard tools of the plumbing trade, as well as, knowledge of hand held power tools such as drills and saws. The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with other trades and sections. Must be able to read and understand manuals, review drawings and specifications to determine work details and procedures. Must be able to solder braze metal piping, and also connect other types of piping as appropriate. Must be able to measure required piping and reduce the number of cut in order to reduce waste of supplies, times and unrequired joints. Must have a valid SADC driving license and a good driving record.
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- Qualifications:
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All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications and complete a mandatory probationary period for LE Staff.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 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. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
Benefits and Other Info
- Benefits:
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Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs) and locally-resident EFMs working at the U.S. Mission Lilongwe, Malawi 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:
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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.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
(2) AEFM / USEFM
(3) FS on LWOP and CS in LWOP **
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS in LWOP status with re-employment or reinstatement rights back to their agency or bureau.
What is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc? (https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/VA-Definitions-and-Additional-Employment-Considerations.pdf)
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. The Mission may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
2. Current employees of the Mission who have not successfully completed their initial probationary periods are not eligible to apply. Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory or MBC score of 100 points or less, on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
3. Current employees of the Mission hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment. This does not apply for employees on a PSA (Temp), or those are hired on a When Actually Employed (WAE) or intermittent work schedule.
4. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.
How to Apply
- How to Apply:
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To apply for this position applicants must electronically submit the documents listed below to be considered for employment. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible and qualified.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button available on the link; https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/mwi/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms
For more information on how to apply visit the our website; https://mw.usembassy.gov
- Required Documents:
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•Malawian Citizen identification or the Residency and/or Work Permit (for non-Malawians).
•Copy of journeyman card/vocational school certificate or apprenticeship certificate
•Copy of High School certificate
•Copy of SADC License
Next Steps:
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Applicants who are invited to take a language, skills, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission Lilongwe, Malawi.
To apply for this job please visit erajobs.state.gov .
