Maintenance Attendant at the Consulate General of Canada in New York.

4500

Maintenance Attendant

19.50 USD per hour plus benefits

Indeterminate

This position is an LES (Locally Engaged Staff) position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in New York, United States.

General Support

LE-G2

New York, United States

30-05-2021 at 23:59 UTC+1 / GMT+1

The Consulate General of Canada in New York and Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations is seeking to hire a Maintenance Attendant to work with our Events and Visits Team.

Under the general supervision of the Common Services Section Head, the Maintenance Attendant will undertake hospitality & culinary duties such as role of server during official events, coordination with contracted servers, setup and cleaning duties before and after official events, ensuring cleanliness of hospitality materiel, and preparation of light snacks and coffee service ensuring proper food management handling, cleaning duties such as cleaning and sanitizing public areas, pantries, working areas and equipment so they are maintained in a clean and orderly condition and occasional large scale cleaning projects, setup duties such as lifting and movement of tables and chairs, administrative duties such as ensuring the delivery and inventory of supplies and event materiel, material & supplies responsibilities (making purchase and reconciliation of expenditures), and other duties such as overseeing or escorting contractors and collaborating with the security team.

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, experience and language. Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter and CV how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

Education
Successful completion of secondary school or GED.

Language
Fluency in English (oral and written)

Experience
1. Significant recent* work experience in setup and cleaning duties before and after events (e.g. meetings, conferences, lunches, etc.) in an office, restaurant, hospitality/ catering environment.
2. Experience providing event or meeting support.
3. Experience purchasing, supplies and cleaning materials.
4. Experience providing administrative support tasks, such as inventory, ordering of supplies;
5. Significant recent* experience using MS Office Suite, e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook.

* Significant recent work experience is defined as a minimum of 3 years in the last 5 years.

Rated Requirements

The Rated Requirements relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies will also be assessed. Methods of assessment may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview, role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

Knowledge
– Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety practices, safety regulations regarding the use and disposal of chemical substances, protective gear, safety signs.
– Knowledge in supporting audio/visual equipment, such as microphones and presentations.

Abilities/Competencies
– Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively;
– Ability to work well independently and in a team;
– Ability to use Microsoft Office suite software, e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer;
– Ability to operate cleaning machines and equipment;
– Provide excellent customer service, maintaining composure when dealing with unusual situations or difficult clients;
– Effective communication skills; and
– Demonstrate attention to detail including documentation and record-keeping.

Personal Suitability:
– Punctual and dependable;
– Tactful and Diplomatic;
– Professional;
– Adaptable and flexible;
– Sound judgement;
– Effective interpersonal skills;
– and Integrity.

Ability to communicate in French.

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Normal hours of work for this position are in accordance with the Locally Engaged Staff (LES) regulations of 40 hours per week and may need to operate on a shift schedule between the hours of 08h00 and 20h00, Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate must be able to work frequent paid overtime on short notice and be available for duties outside of normal working hours, i.e., early morning, evenings, weekends, and some overnight travel.

– Eligibility for a Government of Canada Reliability Status which includes a criminal and credit background check;
– Independent work authorization in the United States and status in accordance with United States protocol directives for foreign missions. In this respect, applicants must confirm independent work authorization in the United States (e.g. US Citizen, U.S Legal Permanent Resident (LPR), or specific visa categories (e.g. dependents of Diplomatic and Official Visas holders)) as required by the Department of State for employment in a foreign mission;
– Good physical condition since the position requires standing for extended periods of time, bending, kneeling and capable of lifting 20lbs (9.5kg).

Open to applicants who are legal residents or citizens of the United States who are: living in the New York Tri-State area; employees of a Canadian Mission in the United States; and spouses and dependents of Canada-based staff at the Consulate General of Canada in New York and Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations; who meet all of the essential requirements stated below, and whose applications are received by the closing date. Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in New York and Permanent Mission of Canada to the United Nations will not reimburse relocation costs under any circumstance and that the Mission does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly. The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered on merit regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other irrelevant factor.

How to apply:
– Applications will only be considered when received through our Job Opportunities Portal (http://www.wfca-tpce.com/vacancyView.php?requirementId=4500)
– Candidates are required to upload a CV and cover letter in English or French.
– Applications which do not include the requested documents or information will be rejected.
– Any additional information must be included as part of these two attachments.
– Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to [email protected] prior to the closing date. Failure to so will result in the application being rejected.

Important Notes:
– Please do not use a tablet or cell phone to submit your application, as mobile browsers are not supported by our portal. Candidates should only apply using a laptop or desktop computer.
– Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
– Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
– Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
– Later in the process, reference checks will be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments.
– Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees with accommodation needs