Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

This position is open to:

•  All Interested Applicants / All Sources

For USEFM – FP grade is 09. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.

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 review the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

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.

“Recruiting for diversity, hiring based on merit”

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Cameroon is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Mason position for the Facilities Management Office.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Duties

The Mason position is in the Facility Management (FAC) Section and incumbent directly reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. S/he carries out scheduled and unscheduled masonry preventive maintenance and repair work on mission buildings and facilities including residential owned and leased properties. Performs skilled duties in the construction of buildings and foundations of concrete, brick and other construction materials. Installs floor tiles and makes repairs to concrete surfaces and roofs as needed. Incumbent serves as an incidental operator of official vehicles.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

• • Security Certificate; or

• • Public Trust – background investigation Security Clearance.

All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.

Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

Secondary education and at least one (1) year apprentice/vocational training from a workshop/company/accredited institute recognized as producing journeyman level technicians with a concentration in masonry is required.

Evaluations:

You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of journeyman masonry work experience in construction/facility management or in the building trades is required.

Language: 

• • Limited knowledge (speaking, reading & writing) in English.

• • Limited knowledge (speaking, reading & writing) in French.

This may be tested.

Job Knowledge:  Must be able to read simple sketches and blueprints. Must have full journeyman knowledge of established practices and procedures of masonry trade. Must have good mastery of masonry materials to include stones (natural and artificial), brick, block, concrete, mortar, plaster stucco, tile grout, sealants, and waterproofing.   These may be tested.

Skills And Abilities:   Ability to use all the tools of the trade including but not limited to stones (natural and artificial), brick, block, concrete, mortar, plaster stucco, tile grout, sealants, and waterproofing.   Surface work requires attention to detail, precision, and skill to ensure durable, visually appealing, and functional results.  Ability to identify problems or dangers, report issues and provide solution.  Communication and interpersonal skills to answer queries from end-users.  Ability to work as part of a team, work under pressure and a tight schedule.  A flexible approach to work shifts and answer emergency calls at all hours.  Must have a valid, current license. Must have had a valid driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years.   These may be tested.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application.  For an instructional video on how to apply click here.

 

CLICK ON THIS LINK: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=whpha1f3pt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=67046&orgId=73

Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job-related skills or requirements in your application.

You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office.

We foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where employees can be themselves.  We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Required Documents:

Please upload all applicable documents to your application. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

All Applicants:

• • Residency Permit (if applicable)

• • Work Permit (if applicable)

• • Secondary school certificate or equivalent

• • Trade school course diploma, certificate, or proof of apprenticeship

• • Work Attestation(s)

• • Driver’s License

In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:

• • Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

• • Passport copy

• • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

Once the Vacancy Announcement (VA) closes:

Applications meeting the minimum education and experience requirements will be screened by HR Office and the Selecting Official(s).

ONLY shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email for mandatory language and/or subject matter tests.

ONLY successful tested applicants will be contacted by email for interviews.

ONLY tested and/or interviewed applicants will be notified by email of the results.

 

For Selected Applicants:

HR Office will send a Conditional Offer with the security certification and medical clearance requirements.

The security certification is a 2–4-month process and is done by the Regional Security Office (RSO), who will contact the applicant once he/she completes the requirements provided with the Conditional Offer.

The medical clearance is covered by the U.S. Embassy, and will be completed by the applicant separately, during the security certification process.

Once HR Office receives the medical clearance and the security certification, the applicant will receive a Formal Offer with an agreed start date.

For more information on applying for jobs or employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website https://cm.usembassy.gov/jobs/#apply.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us.