View Vacancy - Internal Only - Building Maintenance Technician, Washington D.C.

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Estates

Main purpose of job:

The Building Maintenance Technician is an integral member of the Estates Maintenance team. The Estates Maintenance team is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of a large residential and commercial Estate comprising of approximately 100 houses and 3 commercial buildings.  


Roles and responsibilities:

  • Assist with general carpentry duties to include: Repairing or replacing trim, moulding and general woodworking, fencing, estimating, window maintenance, and pricing and blue print reading.
  • Assist with remodelling of kitchens to include: cabinetry work, replacing counter tops, flooring, and back splash installation.
  • Assist with basic furniture repair with chairs, tables, and hard furniture to include: clamping, gluing, tacking, shaving doors, etc.
  • Assist with locksmith duties to include: installing and repairing locks and door closers at both Residential and Commercial properties, replacing locks when customers lose keys
  • Lead and assist on minor construction work to include: drywall work, installation of acoustical ceiling grid and panel installation, hanging doors and other door/closet work in both Residential and Commercial properties
  • Perform minor roof and gutter repairs including gutter guards, regular inspections of drains, roofs, and gutters including seasonal cleaning.
  • Perform removal and installation of carpet and carpet tiles in both Residential and Commercial properties, installation of cove base, and floor patching.
  • Order materials from internet sources or order and pick-up from various local suppliers.
  • Miscellaneous duties to include: assisting other maintenance workers in conference room set-up, snow removal, ice-melt spreading in compound and furniture removal, being a team leader on larger projects with other estates maintenance staff and contractors.  


Resources managed:
None

Essential on arrival:  

  • A minimum of 2 years practical maintenance experience is required.
  • Must have a valid driver’s licence. Basic IT data entry skills.
  • Good customer service and communication skills are essential.
  • Must be able to lift a moderate amount of weight.
  • Trained on various power tools and bench machinery related to job.
  • Trained on health and safety aspects of work-related duties including asbestos awareness/removal, ladder safety, and the use of power tools

Language requirements: 

Language: English

Level of language required: Proficient 

Desirable:

Any other trade related experience i.e. Basic Electrical, Plumbing and Painting. 

Changing and Improving, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Working Together
16 March 2023
S2
Full-time, Permanent
40
Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories
United States
Washington
British Embassy
1
USD
US $20 per hour
3 April 2023

Working patterns:

Monday to Friday 0730 – 1600. Occasional overtime and weekend work as required. Potential to be part of the on-call team. 

If the job is suitable for flexible working patterns, please provide details: No

Under US State Department requirements, the UK Government in the US may only employ, as non-diplomatic staff, persons who are US citizens, US Permanent Residents or A visa holders with EAD cards*. If you hold a visa other than an A visa you are not currently eligible to work at our office. Please refer to our website for information on exceptions to this policy at www.gov.uk/government/world/usa. All selected candidates are subject to background checks and will require a security clearance prior to starting work. *A visas are acceptable at the Embassy and Consulates. The UK Mission to the UN (UKMIS) accepts G visas, and British Defense Staff (BDS) outposts accept A or NATO visas. 


The UK Government operating in the US offers a substantial benefits package including generous leave, a choice of medical insurance, 401(k) matching up to 7%, extensive learning opportunities and a great work/life balance. Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, eg some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount. Internal candidates must inform their supervisor before they apply to a different position. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Please no phone calls. Due to the high volume of resumes we receive, we cannot guarantee consideration of your application if the submission instructions are not properly followed. The British Embassy is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and to creating a diverse working environment, free from discrimination, where everyone is included and treated fairly, based on merit alone. We are an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions without regard to race, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation or any other criterion protected by law.

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This opportunity is closed to applications.