U.S. Embassy in Malawi Plumber Jobs
U.S. Embassy in Malawi Plumber Jobs
Duties This position is located in the Facility Management Section, US Embassy, Lilongwe, Malawi. The primary purpose of this position is to ensure safe and working condition of all plumbing systems in residences, offices and the warehouse and constant availability of appliances.
The incumbent is a journeyman level plumber assigned to the Embassy Facility Management section. The incumbent receives work assignments from the Maintenance Supervisor on a daily basis.
The incumbent will be required to discuss and advise on the appropriate method of work and materials required when liaising with maintenance team and supervisors, estimate material costs and time frames required to achieve targets.
The incumbent is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of all plumbing fixtures including, but not limited to water pumps, sinks, tubs, toilets, hot water heaters, drains, and all plumbing pipe work.
The incumbent analyzes the source of problems and plans work to be performed, including organizing the materials needed to do the job. On a daily basis implements a personal time management system in order to assure timely rotation of work orders through to completion.
Advices on a reasonable time frame for such work so that supervisors can set and reach goals and objectives. Installs, cleans and repairs pipes connected to the various appliances including washing machines, dish washers, and hot water heaters.
Replaces pipes, washers, packing, and gaskets as needed. Assembles pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment.
The incumbent may use basic welding skills when required to effect plumbing repairs. The incumbent will be required to work closely with other tradespersons when participating in joint projects ensuring they run smoothly, safely and, wherever possible, within the allocated time frame. 65%
The incumbent performs preventative maintenance as needed and is responsible for maintaining all associated equipment and tools. The incumbent ensures all relevant paperwork is submitted for processing including incident/report forms on situations that arise where a response or repair is required urgently for damage limitation or Health and Life Safety needs 25%
The incumbent will drive Government vehicles to job sites or to obtain supplies. He or she carries out regular stock checks and request materials in line with project magnitude or variation.
The incumbent will lift and adjust
heavy objects, and will come in contact with hazardous, sharp, hot and/or very cold supplies and equipment. He or She must maintain safety procedures at all times to avoid injury to self and other and damage to property.
The incumbent is expected to assist other trades when asked to do so by the Maintenance Supervisor, Assistant Facility Manager and/or Facility Manager. 10%
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
Experience: Must have served at least two years as an apprentice plumber and at least one-year working as a journeyman-plumber.
Education Requirements:
Completion of Secondary school is required; completion of vocational school or apprenticeship program, recognized as producing journeyman-skilled plumbers, or equivalent, is required.
Evaluations:
“This may be tested”
Language: Level III (good working knowledge) English and Chichewa required.
Skills and Abilities:
Must be capable of, and have knowledge of, the standard tools of the plumbing trade, as well as, knowledge of hand held power tools such as drills and saws.
The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively with other trades and sections. Must be able to read and understand manuals, review drawings and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
Must be able to solder braze metal piping, and also connect other types of piping as appropriate.
Must be able to measure required piping and reduce the number of cut in order to reduce waste of supplies, times and unrequired joints.
Must have a valid SADC driving license and a good driving record.
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.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; U.S. Embassy in Malawi Plumber Jobs
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