Facility Maintenance Technician

Ashkhabad

Organization: UNDP - United Nations Development Programme
Location: Ashkhabad
Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
- Physics and Mathematics
- Technology, Electronics and Mechanics
- Nuclear Technology
Closing Date: Closed

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Joint initiative has been established by the organizations of the United Nations system to achieve economies of scale by improving cost-effectiveness in the provision of services which are for the mutual benefit of two or more UN Offices, Programmes and Funds, and Specialized Agencies. The Common Building Services in respect of the Common Premises are as follows:

Maintenance and repair;
Safety and Security equipment i.e. fencing, access control elements, CCTV system, early fire detection and warning system, security lightening, public announcement system;
Telecommunications (PABX lines);
Receptionist/telephone operator;
Cleaning;
Landscaping;
Electricity;
Gas;
Water;
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC);
Waste removal.

Duties and Responsibilities

Follows the schedule of repairing and maintenance of equipment and any capital assets of the building and suggests measures to improving their operation and maintenance.
Takes part in inspecting of the technical conditions of electrical and mechanical equipment, diesel generator, power-supply system, fire control system and security system and quality of repairing works as well as in accepting of the works implemented.
Replaces and repairs a variety of lighting and electrical components, including bulbs, fluorescent tubes, ballasts, switches, wall plugs, dimmers, circuit breakers, wiring, and fixtures.
Uses schematics and proper tools and equipment to prevent safety hazards and provide adequate light and power.
Completes basic repairs on building fixtures, including doors, windows, faucets, small leaks, flush valves, angle stop valves, wax gaskets, toilet tank parts, and other electrical and mechanical components.
Performs miscellaneous repairs on small appliances and building and office fixtures.
Ensures proper safety of buildings, facilities, and mechanical and electrical equipment.
Maintains work areas, mechanical rooms, and the maintenance office and storage in a clean, neat, and obstacle free condition by cleaning, painting, and keeping supplies on shelves to ensure safe and hazard free work areas.
Performs other relevant tasks .

Competencies

Core Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies (insert up to 7 competencies)

Thematic Area Name Definition Administration & Operations Building, facilities & office space management Knowledge and ability to facilitate the renovation and upgrade of offices including review of complex engineering/architectural drawings; negotiate technical agreements to ensure fully operational building infrastructure and services; design policy & procedure (POPP) for premises and facilities including space standards; manage premises and facilities; validate financial statement notes on leasehold data

Business Direction and strategy Effective Decision Making Ability to take decisions in a timely and efficient manner in line with one’s authority, area of expertise and resources Business Direction and strategy Negotiation and Influence Ability to reach an understanding, persuade others, resolve points of difference, gain advantage in the outcome of dialogue, negotiates mutually acceptable solutions through compromise and creates ‘win-win’ situations Business Management Customer Satisfaction/Client Management Ability to respond timely and appropriately with a sense of urgency, provide consistent solutions, and deliver timely and quality results and/or solutions to fulfil and understand the real customers' needs. Provide inputs to the development of customer service strategy. Look for ways to add value beyond clients' immediate requests. Ability to anticipate client's upcoming needs and concerns. .

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Secondary education.
Technical school/college in the field of maintenance of electrical equipment or instrumentation and automation would be an asset.

Experience:

Min 4 years of work experience in the maintenance of electrical equipment, instrumentation and automation;

Desired: Сertification of the 4 th electrical safety group (required for maintenance of electrical equipment with a voltage of up to 10 kV) will be an advantage;

Languages:

Working competence in Russian and Turkmen, basic knowledge of English

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Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

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