DOA/FMS - Maintenace Worker - Civil Works G3

Manage all civil work activities effectively and efficiently

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Application deadline 4 years ago: Friday 11 Mar 2022 at 23:59 UTC

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Overview

Manage all civil work activities effectively and efficiently

You have:

  • High School Diploma is required.
  • Training in civil maintenance work or related areas is advantageous.
  • Minimum four years work experience as a civil maintenance worker.
  • Fluency in English is required.

Result of Service To provide proper and efficient management of all civil work activities, maintenance and repair of buildings and infrastructure in ECA premises in a timely manner and of the best quality.

Work Location Addis Ababa

Expected duration From April 2022 to March 2023, Three month work one month break approach

Duties and Responsibilities Terms of References Maintenance Worker – Civil Works GS-3

Background

In view of recent expansion of maintenance services to all UN Agencies, in the compound following the UN common house initiative as well as the urgent need of civil works and respective minor repairs in the Old Office building (UN Agencies Building) incumbent , under the supervision of Maintenance officer, will perform as follows:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the civil works Supervisor (Facilities Management Assistant), the incumbent is required to perform the following:

  • Performs any kind of masonry works such as plastering, constructing retaining wall, stairs, manholes, copping, slabs and other concrete works.

  • Lay plastic/ceramics tiles, floors mats, etc

  • Repair curtains and Venetian blinds, mats etc
  • Lays water proofing material on roofs and slabs
  • Paints offices, corridors and toilets of the ECA building, UN Agencies offices parking lines and traffic signs
  • Performs any other similar tasks as and when requested by the supervisor.
  • Provides and renders any other related services.

    Qualifications/special skills Academic Qualifications: High School Diploma is required. Training in civil maintenance work or related areas is advantageous. Experience: Minimum four years work experience as a civil maintenance worker Language: English and French are the official languages of the United Nations. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required

    No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to perform a variety of maintenance tasks under tight deadlines? This assesses versatility and time management skills. Provide a specific example and highlight the outcomes.
What methods do you use to ensure the quality of your maintenance work? This evaluates your commitment to quality and attention to detail. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle repairs when you encounter unexpected difficulties? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you effectively managed maintenance tasks in a team setting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What safety protocols do you follow during maintenance work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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