Carpentry Maintenance Worker

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

For USEFM - FS is FP-9. Actual FS salary determined by Washington D.C. Open to: All Interested Applicants / All Sources

Security Clearance Required:

Public Trust - Background Investigation

Appointment Type

Permanent

Appointment Type Details:

•    Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period

Marketing Statement:

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

Summary:

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 90 days of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Travel Required:

Not Required

Duties

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  At least three (3) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of building assemblies, furnishings and fixture operations is required. JOB KNOWLEDGE:  Must have knowledge/ability in:

• • Maintenance and repair of various building finishes and assembles, components, fixtures and furnishings utilizing carpentry and general building construction skill.

• • Ability to set up and operate a wide variety of wood working and metal machines, various types of power and hand held tools that meet accepted trade practices and safety procedures.

• • Ability to utilize various types of electronic measuring devices and recording instruments.

• • Testing procedures in control assembly tolerances, diagnose faults, determine current operating function to the design requirements, all in accordance with US and host country regulations.

• • Reading and working from sketches, architectural and engineering drawings, specifications and material list.

Education Requirements:

Completion of secondary school (Grade 12) is required and/or completion of vocational training from an accredited institute recognized as producing journeyman level technicians with a concentration in carpentry is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:  Limited in Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. (This will be tested.) Good working knowledge in Speaking/Reading/Writing Vietnamese is required. SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Must have:

• • 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 answer emergency calls at all hours.

• • A current driver's license (motorcycle) (Vietnamese A1 level).

• • Carpentry skills (This will 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.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Local security or Public trust clearance. To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply, visit the Mission internet site at https://vn.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate/embassy-consulate-jobs/  

Required Documents:

Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application

• • Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent if you are AEFM / USEFM)

• • Vietnamese ID

• • Residency and/or Work Permit (If you are not Vietnamese Citizen)

• • DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

• • High School Diploma or equivalent

• • Vocational training Certificate with specialization in carpentry field.  Please upload this document in "Other Document" box.

• • Driver's license (motorcycle) (Vietnamese A1 level).

Next Steps:

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email. 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. Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Embassy in Hanoi.