Electrical Maintenance Worker
About the role
The U.S. Embassy Dar es Salaam is seeking two Electrical Maintenance Workers to perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, testing, and repair of electrical systems and generators at Embassy buildings and residences. Responsibilities: - Repair malfunctioning electrical systems in compliance with applicable codes and manufacturers’ recommendations - Plan the layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, including preparing preliminary sketches and estimating material and service costs - Monitor and inspect generator equipment, control generator output and install standby generators - Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical and electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures - Respond to emergency calls outside normal working hours when critical systems fail or personnel safety or structural integrity is threatened - Assist in developing and implementing testing and inspection checklists for contractor and staff work - Contribute to the Embassy safety programme - Perform preventive maintenance, inspection, adjustment and troubleshooting of electrical systems - Inspect electrical systems and equipment for hazards, defects and required repairs - Test electrical systems and circuits using ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes - Record and compile operational data and maintain forms, logs and reports - Assist with documentation for maintenance, repair and renovation work, including soliciting and monitoring contractors - Escort local contractors within Embassy facilities when required - Perform other duties as assigned How to apply: Click "Apply to This Vacancy", complete the ERA application, and upload proof of citizenship, work permit (if applicable), O-Level certificate, vocational training certificate, driving licence, and your CV. Enquiries: DAR-Recruitment@state.gov or 022-229-4148 Apply via: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?jnum=78084&orgId=22
Key requirements
- Completion of secondary school (O-Level)
- Completion of vocational training from an accredited institution, with a concentration in electrical principles and applications
- At least three years of experience repairing and maintaining electrical systems, equipment, and components, including work as an electrical apprentice or installer
- Knowledge of power and lighting circuits, switchboards, and control gear in single-phase and polyphase systems
- Knowledge of electrical testing procedures and applicable U.S. and Tanzanian electrical regulations
- Ability to read engineering drawings, electrical schematics, control circuits, and material lists
- Flexibility to work different shifts and respond to emergency calls
- English Level 2 and Swahili Level 3 proficiency
- Valid driving licence
- Knowledge of power and lighting circuits associated with switchboards and control gear in single-phase and polyphase electrical systems
- Ability to replace and repair minor components in motors, generators, controls and recording instruments
- Knowledge of electrical testing procedures for diagnosing faults and determining continuity, insulation resistance, impedance and capacity levels