Admin Support Jobs – Lead Janitor – US Embassy / Mission
Job Title: Lead Janitor
Organisation: United States US Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Salary Grade: UGX 27,690,611 – UGX 40,489,793
Vacancy Announcement Number: Kampala-2018-026
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor
About US Embassy:
The United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for over 30 years. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda. The Mission is composed of several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the direction of the Ambassador.
Among the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
- United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- Peace Corps
Job Summary: The Lead Janitor will be responsible for maintaining the daily cleanliness of the Chancery and surrounding buildings. The incumbent could be assigned work tasks to support conference room setups, AV support setup and moving tables and chairs for various functions within the Chancery facility. Position directly supervises twelve (12) Janitorial Staff.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- The incumbent offers work guidance, supervises and trains approximately 12 janitors in the establishment and maintenance of janitorial procedures and processes; maintains discipline and effectiveness among his subordinates; establishes a budget and works within it; develops contacts with local supply vendors to ensure quality of merchandise and competitive prices.
- Ensures facility janitors are managing the following: maintaining the daily cleanliness of USG owned properties to include: Chancery, MCAC, SCAC and the GSO Warehouse; setting up tables and chairs in conference rooms or for special events; supporting the movement of furniture and equipment; supporting make ready actions for incoming employees
- The incumbent assigns work tasks, instructs on proper cleaning methods to accomplish assigned tasks and ensures that all tasks are completed satisfactorily.
- Schedules annual leave and ensures coverage during both annual and sick leave to ensure that the coverage is maintained.
- Completes Evaluation Performance Reports and takes appropriate disciplinary action of staff when necessary or directed.
- Continually works to proactively increase morale and identify ways to support staff in their daily work environment.
- Incumbent develops and advises the maintenance supervisor on budgetary requirements to implement the programs including the identification of appropriate commercial sources and cultivation of supplier relationships
- Signs for and maintains all equipment and suppliers necessary for the satisfactory completion of assignments, including brooms, mops, buckets, vacuums, buffing machines, cleaning suppliers, and hand carts
- Secures all tools, equipment and supplies to avoid theft or vandalism. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. Incumbent will e required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his/her agency.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
- The applicants for the US Embassy Lead Janitor career opportunity should have completed Secondary School both “O” and “A” level is required.
- A minimum of three years general custodial operations required with one year of supervisory experience is required. Must have experience cleaning large scale facilities and be aware of all cleaning principles related to green environments.
- Ability to develop written plans and schedules, must be able to train, supervise, coordinate and assign janitors. Knowledge on established practices, policies, and procedures of the janitorial trade is required.
- Must be capable of performing some heavy physical work including wearing and training staff on how to use backpack HEPA filter vacuums. Must be able to work independently and be able to perform all job activities and duties in a responsible manner to avoid safety and health hazards.
- Must be able to properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment as required. Must inform maintenance supervisor of all accidents, illnesses, injuries either experienced or witnessed on property. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- General computer literacy is required in multiple applications (MS Office Suites).
- Language Proficiency: Level 3 (Good Working Knowledge) speaking/reading/writing of English is required.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the United States Embassy in Kampala are encouraged to Apply Online by following the instructions below;
- Applicants shall be required to register under the careers page for US Embassy Kampala using the link, Click Here
- You will receive confirmation on registration and proceed to apply.
- On completion of this process you will receive an auto response via your email.
NB: Applicants claiming a U.S. Veteran’s preference must submit written documentation confirming eligibility (e.g., Member Copy 4 of Form DD-214, Letter from the Veteran’s Administration, or certification documenting eligibility under the VOW Act with an expected discharge no later than 120 days after the certification is submitted) by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veteran’s preference will not be considered in the application process. Specific criteria for receiving a U.S. Veteran’s preference may be found in HR/OE’s Family Member Employment Policy (FMEP).
Deadline: 19th June 2018
The US Mission in Kampala 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. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
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