Background
This post is located in the General Maintenance Shop of the Maintenance and Alteration Unit (MAU), Plant Engineering Section (PES), Facilities and Commercial Activities Service (FCAS), Division of Administration (DOA), Department of Operational Support (DOS). The incumbent reports to the Foreperson of the Shop and the General Foreperson of the unit.
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Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of the General Foreperson of the Maintenance and Alteration Unit (MAU), and the direct supervision of the Foreperson of the General Maintenance Shop, the incumbent is responsible for providing general maintenance and structural repair throughout the UN complex and offsite premises as well as the following responsibilities:
– Use standard power or hand tools, make repairs to partitions, tiles for floor and ceiling, and perform preventive maintenance functions as directed by the Foreperson. Prepare concrete for masonry repairs.
– Construct floors, walls, construction repairs and shelving using lumber.
– Install or remove partitions, fabricate sheetrock partitions for offices and work areas, perform related plastering and prepping surfaces for paint.
– Structural maintenance such as masonry, concrete and brick work, etc.
– Interior improvements such as framing, sheet rock walls, painting, workstation installations, floor and ceiling tile installation and repair, shelf fabrication, etc.
– Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrates professional competence in the general maintenance and related trade. Must have general knowledge of industrial safety rules and regulations related to maintenance services. Ability to read blueprints and rough drawings.
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Ability to maintain accurate and specific records and inventories. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise. Is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions.
Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
High school or equivalent Trade School Diploma is required.
Job – Specific Qualification
A certificate in OSHA Construction Safety is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of three years of work experience in a building construction trade, such as framing, masonry, flooring, painting, or a related trade is required. Experience with the use of hand and power tools related to the trade is required.
Experience in the use of machinery and familiarity with working with metal studs, concrete and wood is desirable. Experience working in a commercial or institutional environment is desirable.
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Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to Staff Rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for General Service and related positions must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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