Facility Maintenance Assistant at the U.S. Consulate

U.S. Mission to Nigeria is inviting credible applicants who are willing to partake in its ongoing recruitment to fill the position below:

Job Title: Facility Maintenance Assistant – U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs)

Announcement Number: Lagos-2023-052RA
Location: Lagos, NI
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
Series/Grade: FP – 1205 7
Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: FP-7

 About U.S. Mission to Nigeria:  The U.S. Mission to Nigeria comprises of the Embassy in Abuja, FCT, and the Consulate General in Lagos. U.S. Consulate General Lagos is the Mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region.

Job Requirements

• Completion of High School Diploma is required.

Experience:

• Two years of experience in the facilities maintenance or relevant management position is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Must be able to interpret drawing, codes and specification.  
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and general computer skills.

Evaluations:

• This may be tested. Please specify in your application your level of proficiency in the language listed.

Language:

• Good working knowledge Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to access construction sites, including climbing scaffold towers.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

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.

Qualifications:

• All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

 How to Submit Your Application

Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online

Important Information

• All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Secret clearance. 
• To apply for this position click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page.
• Click on the “Submit Application” button to complete your application process..  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

• Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:
  • Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
  • Residency and/or Work Permit
  • Degree with transcript
  • Driver’s License
  • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
  • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

• 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 by contacting the Human Resources Office.
• Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria.

 Application Closing Date
10th August, 2023.