Mason Wanted at US Embassy Maseru , Lesotho

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Implements all required mason works, including assistance with post preventive program where required. Assists maintenance technicians with various aspects of maintenance program.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Applicants must address required qualification criteria listed below with specific information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

Education
Completion of Secondary School and possesion of valid drivers licence is mandatory. The incumbant must be a holder of a Certificate in Bricklaying or be a graduate of an approved/accredited apprentice program that provides formal instruction in the trade.

Prior work experience
Minimum five years formal building experience as a Mason or as a Foreman.

Language proficiency
Level 11 in English and Sesotho

Post-entry training.
On the job training where post specific tasks apply.

Job kwledge
Must have ability to read drawings and apply basic concepts used in constructions and maintenance. Ability to identify and select proper hand or power tools for a particular task. Must be familiar with the concepts involved in the construction cement structures, roof building and stair building, and interior and trim. Must be knowledgeable of methods of performing framing tasks and other rough concrete jobs.

Skills and abilities
 Must be knowledgeable of the concepts contained in the major building codes used in the industry.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above);
Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, etc.)

WHERE TO APPLY:

Human Resources Office     (Tsepang Mohale/Mzwandile Sopeng)

Mailing Address:                        (P. O. Box 333 Maseru 100, Lesotho)

FAX Number:                                (+266 22310116)

E-mail Address:                          (hromaseru@state.gov)

Closing date: 03 February 2017

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained on our website at https://maseru.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html and/or by contacting the Human Resources Office (Tsepang Mohale/Mzwandile Sopeng: 22312666 ext 4160/4217).