Trades Helper

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The USA embassy Kenya is a us government that seeks to offer services on behalf of the US government

JOB SUMMARY

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two (2) years of maintenance or construction semi-skilled work experience in skilled trades such as mechanical (HVAC and Plumbing), electrical, carpentry, with significant focus on building systemsJOB KNOWLEDGE: Must have a basic technical understanding of major building mechanical systems and equipment. Must be familiar with construction techniques and workplace safety, personal protective equipment (PPE) – how and when to use it.Education Requirements:Completion of secondary school is required.Evaluations:Post may choose to add the phrase “This may be tested” after a language, skill, and/or ability.  Review the VA template for specific information.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent reports directly to the Building Engineer Supervisor.  The position holder is employed as a Trades Helper to assist the technicians of the skilled trades in the performance of routine and preventive maintenance, and new installations and demolition work.  The Building Engineer Supervisor will assign the incumbent to any of the skilled trade shops on a daily basis to assist the skilled technicians with maintenance and repair work throughout the Embassy Compound (NEC) office buildings, grounds and residential owned/leased properties.  In addition to assisting the skilled trade technicians, the incumbent may be assigned tasks include material handling, painting, custodial type work, snow removal, common laborer work, and  grounds maintenance and gardening work.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Construction management, Air conditioning, cooling and ventilation, Construction safety, Quality control and supervision

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree