Custodian (Janitor)
Full time @U.S. Embassy posted 6 hours ago in Management Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 22723
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Administration
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
Announcement Number: Kampala-2026-010
Position Title: Custodian (Janitor) 1 Position
Opening Period: 06/24/2026 – 07/5/2026
Series: 1305
Grade: FSN-01/FP-EE (U.S. Minimum Wage)
Salary: UGX 24,031,232
For More Info: kampala_hro_lestaffservices@state.gov
Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants / All Sources (Actual FS salary determined by Washington D.C.)
Security Clearance Required: Public Trust- Background Investigation
Duration Appointment: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period.
Marketing Statement:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Summary: The U.S. Mission in Uganda is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Custodian (Janitor) position in the Facilities Management Section.
The work schedule for this position is:
- Full Time, 40 hours per week
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4 weeks) following receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Supervisory Position: No
Duties:
The Custodian position who is responsible for performing a wide range of cleaning duties at Mission office facilities as well as other U.S. Government (USG) owned and leased properties as directed. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the Custodian Foreman.
Download: Detailed Position Description | Custodian (Janitor)
Qualifications and Evaluations
EDUCATION:
Completion of Primary School is required.
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of six months of custodial or housekeeping experience is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Must have adequate knowledge of cleaning and the use of housekeeping materials. Knowledge of current developments concerning new cleaning agents, techniques, and equipment. Must be aware of safety requirements of cleaning related chemicals and identify and report unsafe practices. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules and regulations, including safe handling of standard cleaning chemicals. Must understand and know how to use safety equipment such as a fire extinguisher.
Evaluations: (This may be tested)
LANGUAGE:
English: Rudimentary – speaking, reading and writing.
Luganda: Limited knowledge – speaking, reading and writing.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to physically perform basic manual tasks.
Ability to use cleaning tools and equipment maintaining safety for self and others.
Must be able to lift and move objects and ensure hand/eye coordination effectively.
May be required to stand, bend and/or work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time.
Good interpersonal skills to be able to communicate effectively with customers.
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