Plumber job in Zambia: US Embassy
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 47/15
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates / All Sources
POSITION: Plumber (Re-Advertised)
CLOSING DATE: November 18, 2015
WORK HOURS: Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week
SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN-04 (Starting salary ZK 84, 333.71); Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-AA (Starting salary $25, 011) *Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.
The U.S. Mission in Zambia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Plumber.
Basic function of position
The incumbent installs and repairs plumbing systems including but not limited to sinks, showers, water heaters, water filters, toilets, pipes, pressure pumps, pressure vessels, and boreholes. S/he ensures hot and cold water taps operate properly with adequate pressure. The incumbent also installs and repairs sewer disposal systems for bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms. Ensures that drains are large enough and open and pipes are joined without leaking. S/he assists with installation and preparing of plumbing systems for swimming pools, ensuring that pipes are correctly attached, pumps and filters are correctly installed.
Qualifications required
Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Education
Successful completion of senior secondary school and craft certificate in plumbing is required. Completion of one (1) year vocational training or apprenticeship is required.
Experience
Three (3) years of working experience as a plumber is required. 3
Language
Fluent (Level III) English is required. (This will be tested.)
Skills and abilities
Must be able to use all tools of the trade. (This will be tested.). A valid driver’s license is required.
Job knowledge
Full journeyman knowledge of established plumbing procedures and safety rules is required.
How to apply
Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered:
- Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available here or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above); and
- Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, etc.)
Where to apply
Human Resources Office: The Human Resources Officer Mailing Address: P.O. Box 320065, Lusaka E-mail Address: [email protected]