Maintenance Mechanic (Appliance Repair)

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2024-011 

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for Maintenance Mechanic (Appliance Repair). The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: The Maintenance Mechanic (Appliance Repair) is responsible for the installation, repairs and maintenance of appliances including but not limited to laundry washing machines and dryers, dish washers, refrigerators, freezers, distillers, air conditioners, pumps, pressure tanks, ovens/stoves, and cooktops. The Maintenance Mechanic works with the U.S. Embassy in Kigali’s Property section when installing, moving, or removing appliances to ensure accurate property records and inventory accounting. When a work request is received, the jobholder will investigate and troubleshoot the equipment and will replace defective components in accordance with current ICASS standards. The jobholder will reassemble equipment and test for safe and proper operation. Additional duties of the Maintenance Mechanic include keeping a record of all appliances repaired for future review and use in determining the lifecycle of an appliance; cleaning appliances received for repair prior to reissuing or restocking in the warehouse; and moving and lifting large appliances weighing over 50 pounds.