JOB ADVERT – MASON
April 2, 2024
U.S. Mission Nairobi
Announcement Number: Nairobi-2024-048
Position Title: Mason
Opening Period: 04/02/2024 – 04/16/2024
Series: FSN – 1210
Salary/Grade: Position Grade: FSN-5; FP-9
Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants / All Sources
(Actual FS salary determined by Washington D.C.)
Security Clearance Required: Local Security Certification
Duration Appointment: 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.
https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Eight-Qualities-of-Overseas-Employees.pdf
Summary: The U.S. Mission in Nairobi is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Mason.
The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours per week).
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Supervisory Position: No
Duties:
The Incumbent works in the Facility Management Section of the Embassy, under the direct supervision and guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor – C52610, to perform master craftsman level masonry construction and repairs throughout the New Embassy Compound (NEC) functional/office buildings, on-compound ancillary support buildings, residential buildings, recreational facilities, and other residential properties.
Qualifications and Evaluations
EDUCATION: Completion of secondary school is required. Completion of vocational training program from an accredited institute recognized as producing journeyman Level Certification Grade 1 in Masonry field is required.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of three (3) years’ work experience as a mason on commercial or industrial buildings doing maintenance and new construction is required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: English Level III (Good) Speaking/Reading/Writing is required (This may be tested). Kiswahili Level III (Good) Speaking/Reading/Writing is required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Must possess good communication skills and ability to interact with customers in a constructive manner.
- Must respond to urgent situations in an efficient and timely manner to effect immediate repairs.
- Works in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, on ladders at various heights, and in temperature extremes, indoors or outdoors to complete work assignments.
- Communicates orally and in writing with co-workers, and vendors to obtain and provide pertinent information.
- Uses a computer; to include MS Word and Outlook, and able to write e-mails.
- Types on a keyboard.
- Must have a valid, current license for driving pick-up trucks (Class C1). Must have had a valid driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years.
- Should have a good knowledge of Masonry construction, maintenance, and safety procedures in work related areas, and ability to comprehend and apply relevant safety codes.
- Read and interpret architectural drawings and schematics.
- Excellent working knowledge of materials, mechanical tools, and equipment associated with the masonry trade.
Qualifications: All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
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.
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.
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 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/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/VA-Definitions-and-Additional-Employment-Considerations.pdf
THE FOLLOWING APPLY TO EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs ONLY:
- Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible to apply.
- Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.
- The following may also be considered when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, etc.
How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain a Local Security Certification.
Interested candidates for this position must submit their application to the following for consideration: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/ken/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms
Required Documents: Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:
- Residency and/or Work Permit (If applicable)
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
- Vocational Training/College certificate in journeyman Level Certification Grade 1 in Masonry
- High School certificate
- Valid, current license Class C1 (minimum of five (5) years)
- Curriculum-vitae (CV)
What to Expect Next: 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 from the recruitment website.
https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/ken/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Nairobi, Kenya.
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Cleared: Jonathan Cebra, S/HRO
Phillip Hayes, SFM
