Water Technician at the US Embassy

The U.S. Mission to Nigeria comprises of the Embassy in Abuja, FCT, and the Consulate General in Lagos. U.S. Consulate General Lagos is the Mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Water Technician

Location: Abuja
Job type: Full time

Details

• The U.S. Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Water Technician position in the Facilities Management office. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). All genders are welcome to apply.

Duties

• This position serves as a Water Treatment Technician requiring knowledge of the principles of U.S. and Local codes.
• He/she operates, maintains, and repairs the Water Treatment plant, ground water systems, wastewater system, water storage facilities and swimming pools as identified in the operations and maintenance manuals for all related equipment and in accordance with applicable DOS policy and SHEM regulations.

Requirements

• Education Requirements: Completion of secondary school is required.
• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the operations of water testing equipment, repair and maintenance of systems and structures is required. Work experience must demonstrate a progression of increased responsibility working on complex sophisticated equipment and components, including operation and maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Job Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of local and national water quality standards and regulations, cultural practices related to water usage and conservation, and the business environment and local suppliers’ market is required.
• Knowledge in potable water, and wastewater treatment plants including chemical use, chemical level testing, pump, equipment maintenance, pool plumbing and all other related items are required. Ability to recognize safety and hazards labeling on products is required.

Skills And Abilities: 

• Must have the ability to follow quality control measures, make efficient and rapid coordination and distribution of material resources, and supervise individuals to get the job done, resolve conflicts, and deal with dissatisfied clients.
• Must have the ability to handle equipment, spare parts, and chemicals for water treatment and plumbing maintenance, with a minimum lifting capacity of 50 pounds.

Salary
USD 14,235 / Year

Application Closing Date
15th November, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online