VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 2023-009

Position Title:      Plumber

Opening Period:   March 14 – 29, 2023

Series/Grade:        FSN-6; FP-8

Salary:   *Ordinarily Resident (OR): CLP 17,997,516 gross salary p.a.

U.S. citizen resident candidates will also be paid in Chilean pesos.

For USEFM: Actual salary will be determined by Washington, D.C.

For more info:       Mailing Address: Santiagojobs@state.gov

Who may apply     All Interested Candidates/All sources

Security clearance required:    Non-Sensitive

Marketing statement:  We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees. 

Summary:       The U.S. Embassy in Santiago, Chile is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Plumber Maintenance Technician for the Facilities Office.

 The work schedule for this Position is:  Full-time: 45 hours/week

Start date:  The successful applicants must be able to begin work within approximately 4 weeks of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certification or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory position:   No

Basic function of position: The incumbent is employed as a journeyman level Maintenance Mechanic – Plumber to carry out skilled maintenance and repair work on the critical and non-critical mechanical and plumbing systems throughout the Embassy, office building, warehouse, on-compound ancillary support and residential buildings, recreational facilities, above and below ground infrastructures, and other owned/leased properties.

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.  Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

1.     Completion of secondary school is required and/or completion of vocational training program from an accredited institute recognized as producing journeyman level plumbers and mechanical system specialist trained in the maintenance of commercial or industrial buildings/facilities is required.  Training through a recognized apprenticeship program provided by a trade union is also acceptable.

2.     A minimum of three (3) years’ experience journey-level experience in the repair and maintenance of plumbing and gas equipment and systems, control circuitry, or BAS systems.  This experience must also include a minimum of two (2) years’ work experience on similar sized equipment configurations and systems with an increased level of complex work requirements.

3.     Level II (Limited Knowledge) in writing/ speaking/ reading English and Level III (Good Working Knowledge) in writing/speaking/reading Spanish is required.  (This will be tested.)

4.     The incumbent should be able to install, repair, and replace PVC, CPVC, copper, galvanized, clay, concrete, corrugated, and black pipe; circulation, irrigation, well pumps, and water treatment equipment.  Use and implementation of IBC standards, building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and fire and life safety codes in the execution of projects.

5.     Employee should be skilled in the plumbing operation and maintenance of commercial/industrial buildings & facilities, use of power tools in the shop & field environment, and proper safety techniques when applicable to include confined space entry.  Experience in the following:  leak testing steam, liquid, and gas, application of sealants, cleaning affluent and supply lines, understand water testing procedures and recording findings, touch up painting to match and troubleshooting skills.  Must have a valid local driver’s license.

Please note that for any or all the above requirements testing might be applied.

NOTES:

1. All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certification.
2. All non-Chilean ordinarily resident applicants must have the required residency and/or work permit to be eligible for consideration.
3. American Citizens residing in Chile and working for the U.S. Embassy are required to file and pay U.S. federal taxes and FICA contributions in addition to Chilean taxes and social security contributions.  Please note that as an employee of the U.S. Government, you are ineligible to take the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE, Form 2555).  For detailed information, please refer to the IRS website at www.irs.gov.
4. Current Ordinarily Resident (OR) employees who are currently serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.  Current Ordinarily Resident (OR) employees who are currently on a PIP (Performance Improvement Plan) are not eligible to apply.
5. Current Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) employees hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. 

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:  When qualified, applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application.  Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) Foreign Service employees on LWOP** and Civil Service employees with a reemployment rights

* IMPORTANT:  Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, equivalent documentation or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the Armed Forces that certify the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the Armed Forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant.  The certification letter should be in the letterhead of the appropriate military branch of service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH) and for additional employment consideration please visit the following link: https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/definitions-for-va.

How to Apply:  All applicants must electronically submit information through the Embassy’s Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) site, through the link on the Embassy’s internet site at (https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/chl/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms). All applications must be submitted through ERA to be considered.

Applications will not be considered complete until all required documents (listed below) are attached:

Required:

Other Residence and/or Work Permit (for non-Chilean applicants)

DD-214 (if applicable)

What to Expect Next:  Only applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

Candidates who will be employed on either a Personal Services Agreement or a direct hire appointment and compensated under the Mission’s Local Compensation Plan will be required to follow all Mission COVID-19 policies applicable to Locally Employed Staff.  If selected for the position, the agency will provide you additional information regarding these requirements.

For further information: the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office (santiagojobs@state.gov).

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Santiago.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 2023-008

Position Title:      HVAC Technician

Opening Period:   March 14 – 28, 2023

Series/Grade:        FSN-6; FP-8

Salary:                  *Ordinarily Resident (OR): CLP 17,997,516 gross salary p.a.

U.S. citizen resident candidates will also be paid in Chilean pesos.

For USEFM: Actual salary will be determined by Washington, D.C.

For more info:       Mailing Address: Santiagojobs@state.gov

Who may apply     All Interested Candidates/All sources

Security clearance required:    Non-Sensitive

Marketing statement:  We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees. 

Summary:       The U.S. Embassy in Santiago, Chile is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioner (HVAC) Technician for the Facilities Office.

 The work schedule for this Position is:  Full-time: 45 hours/week

Start date:  The successful applicants must be able to begin work within approximately 4 weeks of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certification or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory position:   No

Basic function of position: The position holder is employed as a heating, ventilation, air conditioning, cooling (HVAC) Technician to accomplish skilled maintenance and repair work at the journeyman level, to International Building Code (IBC) standards, throughout all facilities on the Embassy Compound to include office buildings, grounds, out buildings, ancillary structures, and residential owned/leased properties.

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

Qualifications/Requirements:

 Applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.  Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

1.     Completion of secondary school is required and/or completion of vocational training program from an accredited institute recognized as producing journeyman level technicians with specialization in the HVAC field is required.

2.     A minimum of three (3) years’ experience journey-level experience in the repair and maintenance of HVAC equipment and systems, control circuitry, or BAS systems.  This experience must also include a minimum of two (2) years’ work experience on similar sized equipment configurations and systems with an increased level of complex work requirements.

3.     Level II (Limited Knowledge) in writing/ speaking/ reading English and Level III (Good Working Knowledge) in writing/speaking/reading Spanish is required.  (This will be tested.)

4.     The incumbent will have completed courses of study covering the principles of heating and cooling.  Must be able to carry out skilled maintenance and repair of HVAC controls including motor starters, thermostats, humidistats, variable frequency drive (VFD) motors and controllers, motorized and gravity dampers, sensors and building automation systems, furnaces, hydronic systems, hot water heaters and heat pumps, evaporators and condensers, chillers, and boilers.

5.     Must have outstanding interpersonal skills, willingness to learn and innovate, ability to manage multiple shifting priorities at once.  Must be able to make HVAC component and minor electrical repairs and diagnosis as it relates to equipment.  Must have a valid local driver’s license.

Please note that for any or all the above requirements testing might be applied.

NOTES:

1. All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certification.
2. All non-Chilean ordinarily resident applicants must have the required residency and/or work permit to be eligible for consideration.
3. American Citizens residing in Chile and working for the U.S. Embassy are required to file and pay U.S. federal taxes and FICA contributions in addition to Chilean taxes and social security contributions.  Please note that as an employee of the U.S. Government, you are ineligible to take the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE, Form 2555).  For detailed information, please refer to the IRS website at www.irs.gov.
4. Current Ordinarily Resident (OR) employees who are currently serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.  Current Ordinarily Resident (OR) employees who are currently on a PIP (Performance Improvement Plan) are not eligible to apply.
5. Current Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) employees hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. 

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:  When qualified, applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application.  Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) Foreign Service employees on LWOP** and Civil Service employees with a reemployment rights

* IMPORTANT:  Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, equivalent documentation or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the Armed Forces that certify the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the Armed Forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant.  The certification letter should be in the letterhead of the appropriate military branch of service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH) and for additional employment consideration please visit the following link: https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/definitions-for-va.

How to Apply:  All applicants must electronically submit information through the Embassy’s Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) site, through the link on the Embassy’s internet site at (https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/chl/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms). All applications must be submitted through ERA to be considered.

Applications will not be considered complete until all required documents (listed below) are attached:

Required:

Other Residence and/or Work Permit (for non-Chilean applicants)

DD-214 (if applicable)

What to Expect Next:  Only applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

Candidates who will be employed on either a Personal Services Agreement or a direct hire appointment and compensated under the Mission’s Local Compensation Plan will be required to follow all Mission COVID-19 policies applicable to Locally Employed Staff.  If selected for the position, the agency will provide you additional information regarding these requirements.

For further information: the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office (santiagojobs@state.gov).

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Santiago.

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 2023-010

Position Title:      Appliance Maintenance Mechanic

Opening Period:   March 20 – April 3, 2023

Series/Grade:        FSN-6; FP-8

Salary:                  *Ordinarily Resident (OR): CLP 17,997,516 gross salary p.a.

U.S. citizen resident candidates will also be paid in Chilean pesos.

For USEFM: Actual salary will be determined by Washington, D.C.

For more info:       Mailing Address: Santiagojobs@state.gov

Who may apply     All Interested Candidates/All sources

Security clearance required:    Non-Sensitive

Marketing statement:  We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees. 

Summary:       The U.S. Embassy in Santiago, Chile is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Appliance Maintenance Mechanic for the Facilities Office.

The work schedule for this Position is:  Full-time: 45 hours/week

Start date:  The successful applicants must be able to begin work within approximately 4 weeks of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certification or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory position:   No

Basic function of position: The incumbent is employed as a journeyman level Appliance Maintenance Mechanic to carry out skilled maintenance and repair work on the critical and non-critical appliances throughout the Embassy, office building, warehouse, on-compound ancillary support and residential buildings, recreational facilities, and other owned/leased properties.

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

 Qualifications/Requirements:

 Applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.  Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

1.     Completion of secondary school is required.

2.     A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the repair and maintenance of appliance systems, gas equipment, control circuitry, water chillers, or electromechanical systems.

3.     Level II (Limited Knowledge) in writing/ speaking/ reading English and Level III (Good Working Knowledge) in writing/speaking/reading Spanish is required.  (This will be tested.)

4.     Knowledge of fundamentals of electrical theory relating to the installation and testing of appliances.  Knowledge and ability to comprehend and apply relevant electrical, fire and life safety codes, maintenance, and safety procedures in work related areas.

5.     Must be able to troubleshoot appliances to the component level and make the proper repairs safely.  Must have a valid local driver’s license, be able to climb ladders to reach equipment platforms and roofs of buildings to access control panels and must be able to lift 25 kilograms.

Please note that for any or all the above requirements testing might be applied.

NOTES:

1. All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certification.
2. All non-Chilean ordinarily resident applicants must have the required residency and/or work permit to be eligible for consideration.
3. American Citizens residing in Chile and working for the U.S. Embassy are required to file and pay U.S. federal taxes and FICA contributions in addition to Chilean taxes and social security contributions.  Please note that as an employee of the U.S. Government, you are ineligible to take the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE, Form 2555).  For detailed information, please refer to the IRS website at www.irs.gov.
4. Current Ordinarily Resident (OR) employees who are currently serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.  Current Ordinarily Resident (OR) employees who are currently on a PIP (Performance Improvement Plan) are not eligible to apply.
5. Current Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) employees hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. 

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:  When qualified, applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application.  Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) Foreign Service employees on LWOP** and Civil Service employees with a reemployment rights

* IMPORTANT:  Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, equivalent documentation or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the Armed Forces that certify the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the Armed Forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant.  The certification letter should be in the letterhead of the appropriate military branch of service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH) and for additional employment consideration please visit the following link: https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/definitions-for-va.

How to Apply:  All applicants must electronically submit information through the Embassy’s Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) site, through the link on the Embassy’s internet site at (https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/chl/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms). All applications must be submitted through ERA to be considered.

Applications will not be considered complete until all required documents (listed below) are attached:

Required:

Other Residence and/or Work Permit (for non-Chilean applicants)

DD-214 (if applicable)

What to Expect Next:  Only applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

Candidates who will be employed on either a Personal Services Agreement or a direct hire appointment and compensated under the Mission’s Local Compensation Plan will be required to follow all Mission COVID-19 policies applicable to Locally Employed Staff.  If selected for the position, the agency will provide you additional information regarding these requirements.

For further information: the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office (santiagojobs@state.gov).

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Santiago.