EXPERIENCE: 2 years of maintenance or construction semi-skilled work experience in skilled trades with significant focus on building systems is required

JOB KNOWLEDGE: The incumbent shall possess job knowledge of basic math and the ability to use measurement tools needed to lay out and cut shaped, threaded, and joined materials. General knowledge of tools, trades, and maintenance techniques required. Must become familiar of all properties, locations, and special circumstances as they relate to Facility Management Office (FAC) activities. Must have basic knowledge of local building codes.

Successful completion of secondary school at a minimum is required.

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.

LANGUAGE: Fluent in speaking/reading/writing in English. This may be tested.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must be able to use all tools of the trade including ladders. Must be able to keep work sites clean and neat. Must have a valid driver’s license for standard vehicles. Use good safety practice and follow all safety requirements in execution of tasks and be able to use all appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Additional abilities include responding to emergency situations in an efficient and timely manner to effect immediate repairs; work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights, and extreme temperatures, indoors or outdoors to complete work assignments. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to handle a large workload and multiple tasks. Be able to take direction and must be organized. Communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, contractors and vendors to obtain and provide pertinent information.

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.

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

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in (insert post and/or country name) may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

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  IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Low Risk/ Non-Sensitive clearance.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants:

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  Residency and/or Work Permit (i.e. proof of eligibility to legally reside and/or work in Canada)
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  Educational certificate as required by the specific education requirement, such as high school diploma, university transcripts, university degree, etc.

Eligible Family Member Applicants:

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  Copy of Sponsor's Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
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  Passport copy
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  DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
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  SF-50 (if applicable)

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 Ottawa, Canada.