Job Opportunities
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The United States Consulate General seeks applicants for a Maintenance Person/ Receiving Clerk position. The successful candidate will be required to pass a rigorous security certification process and undergo a medical examination.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job holder is responsible for performing a wide variety of routine and preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on the U.S. Consulate General grounds, buildings, and residences.
Serves as receiving clerk and back up chauffeur/ expeditor.
This includes but is not limited to:
-- Perform repairs authorized by the Maintenance Supervisor or Management Officer.
-- Incumbent works regularly with the Post Safety and Health Officer (POSHO) to identify potential hazards and remedy them.
-- Prepares forms and other requirements for all incoming shipments and supplies them to the Maintenance Supervisor.
-- Backup driver for Chief of Mission and backup expeditor.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
-- Completion of vocational or secondary school is required.
-- Two years of progressively responsible work in light construction, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, or air conditioning service is required.
-- Level III Papiamentu required. Level II (good working knowledge) English required.
-- Must have knowledge to perform plumbing, electrical, air-conditioning, painting, and structural repairs.
-- Must have excellent knowledge of island roads, streets, location of government offices and businesses when performing duties as back-up Chauffeur/Expeditor.
-- Incumbent must be able to handle power tools skillfully and safely.
-- When acting as Chauffeur/Expeditor, must be able to drive skillfully, providing a comfortable and secure environment for the Chief of Mission and other passengers.
-- Must be able to understand wiring diagrams for troubleshooting hydraulic problems.
-- Must have basic computer skills for receiving duties.
-- Must be able to pass rigorous security certification process and maintain clearance.
-- Must have a valid driver’s license.
WHO MAY APPLY: Applicants must be residing in Curacao and have the required work and/or residency permits.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates for this position should submit the following in order to be considered for the position:
1. Application for Federal Employment (DS-174); or
2. A current résumé or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as the DS-174; plus
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
NOTE: Applicants who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
Application forms must be sent to the Human Resources Office at hrocuracao@state.gov. Please provide a return/mailing address.
The deadline for submitting applications is Tuesday, February 19, 2013.
Applications will not be accepted after February 19, 2013.
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