WAREHOUSE WORKER – U.S. Embassy in Namibia 779 views

Announcement #: WINDHOEK-2023-014

The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 number of hours per week) Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Salary: (NAD) N$94,479 – (NAD) N$94,479/Per Year
Series/Grade: LE – 0805 – 2
Agency: Embassy Windhoek
Location: Windhoek

Duties: This standard job description is for a Warehouse Worker who is responsible for safe handling, moving and storage, and inventory of both expendable and non-expendable items. The position is in the General Services Office and under the supervision of the Warehouse Supervisor.

Warehouse Operations and Maintenance 70%

• Job holder performs loading and unloading of both expendable and non-expendable including but not limited to furniture, appliances, etc. from trucks/vans to the warehouse(s). Assists in organizing, preparation and the delivery of items from the warehouse to office buildings, residential properties, and other locations.
• Operates forklifts, trolleys and other electrical or mechanical equipment to safely move and transport heavy items.
• Assists in packing, unpacking and delivery of welcome kits to the new arrivals as directed by the supervisor. Organizes and distributes expendable supplies to customers and various sections as required.
• Performs maintenance and housekeeping duties towards warehouse(s) such as cleaning, polishing, dusting to ensure cleanliness and security of the storage areas. Conducts safety inspection of the warehouse and equipment to notify the supervisor of any discrepancies.
• Incumbent serves as an incidental operator of official vehicles and meets all requirements outlined in 14 FAM 433. Incumbent is expected to pick up and deliver supplies, as needed.

Inventory 20%

• Keeps log of incoming and outgoing warehouse items to assists with the inventory control.
• Conducts annual inventory to help ensure that all items are stored properly, no theft has accrued, no safety or fire hazards exist.
• Conduct individual inventories of residences and inspect items to ensure that no theft or damage of the embassy property has accrued. Identifies and reports damaged or missing items for replacement.
• Assists in arranging items for sale or disposal.

Other Duties Assigned 10%

• Provides manual assistance during visits and/or events such as setting up of control rooms, safeguarding property, tracking of items and equipment etc.
• Escorts visitors, outside contractors and non-cleared employees at post when required.
• May be required to provide manual labor assistance to any of the sections or offices as directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two (2) years of experience in manual labor or warehouse work is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Good working knowledge of warehouse operations, procedures, USG safety and security standards.
• Good working knowledge of maintenance and efficient usage of warehouse storage space.
• Good working knowledge of conducting inventory and stacking of items/equipment.

Education Requirements: Completion of Secondary school (Grade 12) is required.

Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: English level I (Rudimentary knowledge) Reading/Speaking is required. “This may be tested.”

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to physically able perform loading and unloading. Must be able to handle heavy objects smoothly and efficiently. Must be able to able to lift a maximum of 51 lbs. (23kg) under OSHA standards.
• Ability to use warehouse tools and safely operate equipment such as forklifts, hand trolleys, electronic lifters etc.
• Must be able to perform assign tasks in all types of weather, and environmental weather conditions to include at times severe cold, extreme heat, wet or dry weather conditions, and high winds.
• Must have a valid, current license for (Code BE). Must have had a valid driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years.

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