Tuesday 31 December 2013

A/C Technician - US Embassy

The incumbent serves as a HVA/C Technician in the Facilities Management Section. The
A/C Technician is responsible for all repairs and installations of heating, air-conditioning
and ventilation systems in the USG owned and leased property. The incumbent is also
responsible for the repair of chillers, reverse cycle split units, window type/portable A/C
units. S/He should be able to read and understand all air-conditioning related drawings.

Duties Include:
· The incumbent performs preventive maintenance and repair and/or installation of
heating, ventilation, chillers, vehicle gates, delta barriers, water coolers, fan coil
units, kitchen equipment, ventilating and fire alarm system attached to HVA/C in
the Embassy and SDH compounds.
· Performs repair and/or installation of air-conditioning systems, refrigerators etc. in
short term leased houses as and when required.
· Performs brazing and metal related work and other tasks as directed by the
Facility Manager.

(NOTE: A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is
available in the Human Resources Office.)

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and
comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Completion of high school education. 2 years of vocational training in A/C and
maintenance is required. Education may be substituted with experience in
accordance with Department policy.
2. Two years experience in the field of HVAC.
3. Level 3 English (Speaking/Reading/Writing) and Level 1 Arabic
(Speaking/understanding). (NOTE: Language skills will be tested.)
4. Familiar with host country customs, rules, and regulations. Knowledge of USG
security or management policies and knowledge of blue prints and safety
procedures.
5. Skilled in use of HVA/C tools such as CFM calibration instruments, Electro
Mechanical instructions and other tools and equipment required in the course of
duties. Must be familiar with safety procedures.
6. Must have a valid drivers' license.

TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following for consideration of
the application:
1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a Locally Employed Staff or
Family Member (DS-174), which is available on the Embassy’s websites:
http://nea.p.state.sbu/sites/kuwait ; http://kuwait.usembassy.gov/ OR
2. A current résumé or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on
the UAE (DS-174) (see Appendix B); OR
3. A combination of both (i.e., Sections 1-24 of the UAE along with the listing of the
applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; AND
4. Copy of high school certificate/university degree (per the qualification
requirement above); AND
5. Copy of the Civil ID or passport (including the residence permit page); PLUS
6. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their
Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional U.S.
Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a
conditional preference in hiring with their application.

SUBMIT APPLICATION (BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE) TO:
Human Resources Office
U.S. Embassy Kuwait
Bayan, Block 13, Al-Aqsa Mosque Street
OR
Email the application to: HROKuwait@state.gov
NOTE: Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
POINT OF CONTACT
Human Resources Office
Telephone: 2259-1001
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: COB January 12, 2014

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