Chauffeur at the US Embassy

JOB TITLE: Chauffeur

JOB LOCATION: Abuja

JOB DETAILS:

• The U.S. Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for 3 Chauffeur positions in the General Service Office. 
• The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). All genders are welcome to apply.

Duties

• Under the direct supervision of the Motor pool Supervisor, the incumbent operates a variety of armored and non-armored motor vehicles to transport Mission personnel, including VIP visitors, TDY staff, delegations and field trips.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance, cleaning of vehicle and completes trip ticket to notate each trip taken on their shift, including mileage, fuel, condition of vehicle, and passenger details. Incumbent may be required to drive Chief of Mission, Deputy Chief of Mission and Consul General.
• The position is not a supervisory position.

Requirements

• Education Requirements: Completion of secondary school is required.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years professional driving experience is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Incumbent must have good knowledge of Department of State regulations governing the use of Motor pool vehicles.
• Thorough knowledge of Abuja and other Nigeria cities is required.
• Must have a good knowledge of automotive, mechanical, safety and maintenance practices i.e. checking fluids and tire pressure.
• Must be familiar with local traffic laws, traffic patterns, and locations of various government offices.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must have a valid class B or D driver’s license.
• Ability to work on rotational shift schedule is required.
• Must be able to drive carefully and cautiously in heavy and chaotic traffic.
• Ability to communicate clearly on the phone and/or by radio and follow instructions.
• Ability to recognize hazards or potentially dangerous situations and take appropriate defensive actions is required.

Salary
USD 9,443 / Year.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the ongoing U.S. Mission of job opening, visit the job APPLICATION PORTAL to submit your application!

Note: All genders are welcome to apply.