Warehouse Worker (Truck Driver)

Warehouse Worker (Truck Driver) at Embassy of the United States of America 

Employer: Embassy of United States of America

Salary: USD $8,097 /Per Year 

Deadline: November, 27/2024

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Ethiopia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Warehouse Worker (Truck Driver) in the GSO office.

Duties

The incumbent is responsible for safely and efficiently operating U.S. Government-owned or leased trucks, large cargo vehicles, or other vehicles. The incumbent is also responsible for the safe handling, transporting, and storage of both expendable and non-expendable items. The position is in the General Services Office and under the supervision of the Logistics Supervisor.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

• All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
• The selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable time (4 weeks) upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Evaluations:

• You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
• You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
• You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• A minimum of two (2) years of professional truck or heavy vehicle driving experience is required. In addition, one (1) year of experience in manual labor or warehouse work is required.

Language:

• Limited knowledge in speaking/reading/writing English is required. Good working knowledge in speaking/reading/writing Amharic is required. (These may be tested)

Job Knowledge:

• Good working knowledge of warehouse operations, procedures, and security standards.
• Good working knowledge of maintenance and efficient usage of warehouse storage space.
• Good working knowledge of conducting inventory and stacking items/equipment.
• Knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations. Knowledge of in-country travel routes and areas is required.

Skills And Abilities:

• Physically able to perform loading and unloading. Must be able to handle heavy objects smoothly and efficiently. Must be able to able to lift a maximum of 51 lbs. (23kg) under OSHA standards.
• Ability to use warehouse tools and safely operate equipment such as forklifts, hand trolleys, electronic lifters, etc.
• Must be able to diagnose and handle preventive maintenance and first-tier automotive repairs. Ability to detect vehicle defects and report them immediately to the supervisor.
• Must be able to perform assigned tasks in all types of weather, and environmental conditions including at times severe cold, extreme heat, wet or dry weather conditions, and high winds.
• Must hold a valid and legally obtained heavy vehicle grade 4 or equivalent driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years. (These may be tested)

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

• The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.
• For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: 

• A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below. It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference. 

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER

• Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
• AEFM / USEFM
• Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights **