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Deadline of these Jobs: 23 September 2022
Automotive Mechanic
Basic Function of Position
Serves as an Automotive Mechanic in General Services Office / Motor pool (GSO). Responsible for the daily operation of vehicle maintenance and automotive service scheduling. Provides quality control for major maintenance on vehicles and performing basic on-site maintenance on vehicles.
INTERAGENCY POST EMPLOYEE POSITION DESCRIPTION
Major Duties and Responsibilities __________% of Time
Fleet Operations Management 75%
• Performs major and minor overhaul and repair work to engines, transmissions, brake systems, springs, shocks absorbers, steering mechanisms, electrical, fuel and hydraulic systems, wheel assemblies, and other vehicles components.
• Disassembles equipment and adjusts, repairs, or replace defective parts or components to correct malfunctioning engines, brakes or components.
• Uses all typical tools and equipment of the trade, including testing and analysis equipment and other diagnostic equipment to determine proper functioning of automotive electrical circuits.
• Performs all facets of preventive maintenance operations on USG owned vehicles on a weekly basis to include oil changes, tire rotations, transmission flushes, suspension overhauls, and brake checks.
• Perform periodic checks to ensure drivers are conducting pre-departure vehicle inspections.
• Test drive USG owned vehicles to diagnose problems, identify need for and perform minor overhauling and repair work.
• Inspects vehicle components and advises Motor Pool Supervisor if further repairs or replacement of parts are required.
• Analyzes fuel usage and vehicle maintenance data and develop vehicle rotation plans to enhance efficient fleet utilization.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance due to sudden vehicle breakdown or failure, system checks (electrical, fuel, brakes etc.) to ensure vehicles are road worthy.
Administrative Functions 25%
• Coordinates with repair facilities to send vehicles for routine maintenance.
• Submits vehicle POSHO mishap reports to supervisor within 24 hours; and reports all damage to US
• Government vehicles or properties, and when citations are issued to drivers.
• Keeps an inventory of tools, equipment and materials in the mechanical shop and advises the Motor Pool supervisor when there is a need to adjust the levels.
• Responsible for the upkeep and safe custody of tools/equipment and other materials issued for the performance of mechanical repairs.
Note: This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbent. Incumbent will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the agency.
Qualifications Required for Effective Performance
Education
• Completion of secondary school is required. Vocational automotive repair training, journeyman mechanic, or apprenticeship certification is required.
Prior Work Experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an automotive mechanic is required.
Post Entry Training
• Motor Pool applications such as the Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS) and Fleet Management Information System (FMIS).
• PA264 Motor Pool Training.
• PA519 Advanced Motor Vehicle Management Overseas.
• Smith System Safe Driving Training.
• Language Proficiency: List both English and host country languages(s) proficiency requirements by level (II, III) and specialization (sp/read).
• English level II (Limited knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.
Job Knowledge
• A good working knowledge of vehicle diagnostics and troubleshooting practices, commercial and local market costs for parts and supplies, local dealerships and maintenance facilities for specialized auto servicing and repairs.
• A good working knowledge of USG regulations as it pertains to official vehicle preventative maintenance and repair.
Skills and Abilities
• Must hold a valid local driver’s license and be able to operate different types of vehicles such as utility and passenger vehicles, medium trucks, and forklifts. Must be able to interpret shop manuals, parts catalogs and diagrams, and understand technical language of the trade.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and determine the causes of a malfunction and be able to use diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot vehicle problems.
• Must have basic computer skills to use proprietary software and prepare simple reports
Storekeeper (Expendables)
The incumbent is expected to operate independently with daily check ins with the supervisor and occasional guidance on projects, policy, and procedures.
Position Directly Supervises:
Indicate if the position has authority to obligate funds:
Provide security access determination level, if required:
Major Duties and Responsibilities (Include % of time spent for each duty, percentage totals must equal 100%):
Records Management - 50%
• Incumbent maintains a running record of all supplies in the expendable warehouse. Handles all expendable requests for office and maintenance supplies. Is responsible for the movement of supplies in and out of the supplies store ensuring appropriate personnel sign approvals and receipts of goods.
Warehouse management - 30%
• Keeps supplies and the warehouse in a clean, tidy and orderly fashion and is responsible for receiving, packing and storing of new stock. Must have knowledge of the location of all supplies in the warehouse and forward all issuance forms to the General Services Clerk daily.
• Ensures timely responses to all in-coming requests; certifies that all necessary information has been entered on the request form and is responsible for all the necessary documentation needed for the disposal of outdated stock.
Inventory Management - 20%
• Conducts annual inventory to help ensure that all items are stored properly, no missing items and no safety or fire hazards exist. During the inventory period, helps the inventory clerks in counting and reconciliation of stock. Assists in arranging items for sale and disposal.
Note: This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbent. Incumbent will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the agency.
SENSITIVE BUT UNCLASSIFIED
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Knowledge
Pre-hire (Operational)
• General knowledge of local commodities market for procurement of expendable supplies on the local market is required.
• Must have general knowledge of logistics and inventory management and warehousing best practices as they apply to the Expendables property section.
Post-hire (Organizational)
• Incumbent must have a good working knowledge of Department of State and/or associated Agency supply instructions and procedures which apply to storekeeping.
Education
• Completion of secondary school (O & A Level) is required.
Licensing/Certifications/Training
• On the job training
• 40 hours of PA563- Property Management and Warehouse Workshop
• 4 days of PA500-ILMS Expendables Management Overseas
• Successful completion of SMITH System Defensive Training
Work Experience
Nonsupervisory:
• Two years of clerical and warehouse store operations is required
Deadline of these Jobs: 23 September 2022
Automotive Mechanic
Basic Function of Position
Serves as an Automotive Mechanic in General Services Office / Motor pool (GSO). Responsible for the daily operation of vehicle maintenance and automotive service scheduling. Provides quality control for major maintenance on vehicles and performing basic on-site maintenance on vehicles.
INTERAGENCY POST EMPLOYEE POSITION DESCRIPTION
Major Duties and Responsibilities __________% of Time
Fleet Operations Management 75%
• Performs major and minor overhaul and repair work to engines, transmissions, brake systems, springs, shocks absorbers, steering mechanisms, electrical, fuel and hydraulic systems, wheel assemblies, and other vehicles components.
• Disassembles equipment and adjusts, repairs, or replace defective parts or components to correct malfunctioning engines, brakes or components.
• Uses all typical tools and equipment of the trade, including testing and analysis equipment and other diagnostic equipment to determine proper functioning of automotive electrical circuits.
• Performs all facets of preventive maintenance operations on USG owned vehicles on a weekly basis to include oil changes, tire rotations, transmission flushes, suspension overhauls, and brake checks.
• Perform periodic checks to ensure drivers are conducting pre-departure vehicle inspections.
• Test drive USG owned vehicles to diagnose problems, identify need for and perform minor overhauling and repair work.
• Inspects vehicle components and advises Motor Pool Supervisor if further repairs or replacement of parts are required.
• Analyzes fuel usage and vehicle maintenance data and develop vehicle rotation plans to enhance efficient fleet utilization.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance due to sudden vehicle breakdown or failure, system checks (electrical, fuel, brakes etc.) to ensure vehicles are road worthy.
Administrative Functions 25%
• Coordinates with repair facilities to send vehicles for routine maintenance.
• Submits vehicle POSHO mishap reports to supervisor within 24 hours; and reports all damage to US
• Government vehicles or properties, and when citations are issued to drivers.
• Keeps an inventory of tools, equipment and materials in the mechanical shop and advises the Motor Pool supervisor when there is a need to adjust the levels.
• Responsible for the upkeep and safe custody of tools/equipment and other materials issued for the performance of mechanical repairs.
Note: This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbent. Incumbent will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the agency.
Qualifications Required for Effective Performance
Education
• Completion of secondary school is required. Vocational automotive repair training, journeyman mechanic, or apprenticeship certification is required.
Prior Work Experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an automotive mechanic is required.
Post Entry Training
• Motor Pool applications such as the Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS) and Fleet Management Information System (FMIS).
• PA264 Motor Pool Training.
• PA519 Advanced Motor Vehicle Management Overseas.
• Smith System Safe Driving Training.
• Language Proficiency: List both English and host country languages(s) proficiency requirements by level (II, III) and specialization (sp/read).
• English level II (Limited knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.
Job Knowledge
• A good working knowledge of vehicle diagnostics and troubleshooting practices, commercial and local market costs for parts and supplies, local dealerships and maintenance facilities for specialized auto servicing and repairs.
• A good working knowledge of USG regulations as it pertains to official vehicle preventative maintenance and repair.
Skills and Abilities
• Must hold a valid local driver’s license and be able to operate different types of vehicles such as utility and passenger vehicles, medium trucks, and forklifts. Must be able to interpret shop manuals, parts catalogs and diagrams, and understand technical language of the trade.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and determine the causes of a malfunction and be able to use diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot vehicle problems.
• Must have basic computer skills to use proprietary software and prepare simple reports
Storekeeper (Expendables)
The incumbent is expected to operate independently with daily check ins with the supervisor and occasional guidance on projects, policy, and procedures.
Position Directly Supervises:
Indicate if the position has authority to obligate funds:
Provide security access determination level, if required:
Major Duties and Responsibilities (Include % of time spent for each duty, percentage totals must equal 100%):
Records Management - 50%
• Incumbent maintains a running record of all supplies in the expendable warehouse. Handles all expendable requests for office and maintenance supplies. Is responsible for the movement of supplies in and out of the supplies store ensuring appropriate personnel sign approvals and receipts of goods.
Warehouse management - 30%
• Keeps supplies and the warehouse in a clean, tidy and orderly fashion and is responsible for receiving, packing and storing of new stock. Must have knowledge of the location of all supplies in the warehouse and forward all issuance forms to the General Services Clerk daily.
• Ensures timely responses to all in-coming requests; certifies that all necessary information has been entered on the request form and is responsible for all the necessary documentation needed for the disposal of outdated stock.
Inventory Management - 20%
• Conducts annual inventory to help ensure that all items are stored properly, no missing items and no safety or fire hazards exist. During the inventory period, helps the inventory clerks in counting and reconciliation of stock. Assists in arranging items for sale and disposal.
Note: This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbent. Incumbent will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the agency.
SENSITIVE BUT UNCLASSIFIED
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Knowledge
Pre-hire (Operational)
• General knowledge of local commodities market for procurement of expendable supplies on the local market is required.
• Must have general knowledge of logistics and inventory management and warehousing best practices as they apply to the Expendables property section.
Post-hire (Organizational)
• Incumbent must have a good working knowledge of Department of State and/or associated Agency supply instructions and procedures which apply to storekeeping.
Education
• Completion of secondary school (O & A Level) is required.
Licensing/Certifications/Training
• On the job training
• 40 hours of PA563- Property Management and Warehouse Workshop
• 4 days of PA500-ILMS Expendables Management Overseas
• Successful completion of SMITH System Defensive Training
Work Experience
Nonsupervisory:
• Two years of clerical and warehouse store operations is required
Job Info
Job Category: Several Jobs in one Advert jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 23 September 2022
Duty Station: several locations
Posted: 15-09-2022
No of Jobs: 2
Start Publishing: 15-09-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 16-09-2066
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