Job Description

Hiring Path:


• Open to the public


Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

All Interested Applicants / All Sources




Security Clearance Required:


Public Trust - Background Investigation


Appointment Type

Permanent


Appointment Type Details:


Indefinite, subject to successful completion of probationary period


Marketing Statement:


We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.


Summary:


The work schedule for this position is : Full Time (40 hours per week)



Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.


Supervisory Position:


Yes


Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:


No



Duties


Basic Function of the Position: This position is in the Facility Management Office (FAC). Under the guidance of the New Embassy Compound (NEC) Supervisory Mechanical Engineer, the position oversees the daily management of the NEC Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant (W/WWTP) Systems operations and maintenance program. S/he will supervise 4 NEC W/WWTP Treatment Operators, HVAC Technicians, Maintenance Mechanic Plumbers, Trades helpers and other staff individually and in teams and oversees work of contractors. S/he will apply sound supervisory and management principles and techniques in operating and maintaining the NEC W/WWTP systems. S/he will support project management. S/he will oversee extensive safety program and manage significant and complicated infrastructure and equipment. S/he will manage systems in accordance with the Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO) standards and the International Building Core(IBC). The incumbent will also perform other duties as assigned.

•"Given our commitment to diversity and inclusion, U.S. Embassy actively encourages applications from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ people, women, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, and all qualified applicants for all of our roles". •





Qualifications and Evaluations


Requirements:


EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Four years of experience in the operations and maintenance of water treatment or wastewater treatment or similar mechanical systems.

(Describe your previous and current job responsibilities in detail on the Education and Experience tab.)

Note: This position is being re-advertised, denoted by "R". Applicants who are interested will need to submit new application.


Education Requirements:


Completion of Secondary School (Class XII) and apprenticeship or vocational training as producing journeyman level in the field of heating or ventilation or air conditioning or plumbers and/or mechanical system specialist trained in the maintenance of commercial or industrial buildings/facilities is required.

Indicate on the qualifications questionnaire all the education details as relevant for the position (Secondary school and/or higher for this vacancy). (Your answer should also let us know if you have completed Class X or XII or any other degree or vocational courses. Also, please specify the name of the Certificate/Degree/Diploma course and the major subjects for each qualification you possess.


Evaluations:


LANGUAGE REQUIRED:



Good Working Knowledge in English (Speaking, Reading, and Writing) is required. English language may be tested.



AND



Good Working Knowledge in Hindi (Speaking, Reading, and Writing) is required.

(Please indicate on the qualifications questionnaire whether you have these required levels.)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Valid Indian/International Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving license is required.

Please attach a copy of the valid Indian driving license with the application along with all the mandatory/required documents. Applications which do not have a copy of the license will not be accepted.

Please note: U.S. Government regulations require all Chauffeurs or Incidental drivers for official vehicles to be 25 years of age or older. We will not consider candidates below 25 years of age. Any applicant that possess a valid driving license issued for less than 5 years will not be considered. Please note 5 years should have been completed by the Closing date of the vacancy. If the applicant had renewed their driver's license they must include copy of old and current driver's license in order for HR to confirm the issuance date. Applicants not providing old and renewed driver's license (if applicable) their application will not be considered for the position. In case of international driving permit, the person must get Indian driving license within the probationary period (4 months).

"Applicants must have the visual ability to recognize and distinguish among traffic control signals and devices showing standard red, green and amber colors. Selected applicant/s will be required to undergo the mandatory medical testing before starting in the job''.

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.




Benefits and Other Info


Benefits:


Agency Benefits:


Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in New Delhi, India 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 the conditional offer letter is issued by the HR Office.


Other Information:


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:



• AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran•



• AEFM / USEFM



• FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights
• 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"), 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.



For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.