Electrical Controls Technician

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Announcement Number: LILONGWE-2026-016 Hiring Agency: Embassy Lilongwe Position Title: ELECTRICAL CONTROLS TECHNICIAN (All Interested Applicants/ All Sources ) Open Period: 11/03/2026 – 11/16/2026 Format MM/DD/YYYY Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+2 Series/Grade: LE – 1210 7 Salary: USD $12,185.94 /Per Year Work Schedule: Full-time – Full time, 40 hours per week Promotion Potential: LE-7 Duties The incumbent reports to the Supervisory Building/Electrical Engineer. The incumbent is employed as a journeyman level Electrical Controls Technician to carry out skilled maintenance and repair work throughout the New Embassy Compound/New Consulate Compound (NEC/NCC) on critical and non-critical electrical components within the functional/office buildings, on-compound ancillary support and residential buildings, above and below ground infrastructures, recreational facilities, and other owned/leased properties. Qualifications and Evaluations Qualifications and Evaluations Requirements All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a: Local Security certification All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam. Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of 4 weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Education Requirements Completion of secondary school is required. Completion of specialized vocational training program from an accredited institute recognized as producing journeyman level electricians and mechanical system specialist trained in the maintenance of commercial or industrial buildings/facilities is required. A portion of the training must be in Electrical Controls and Automated Systems Technology. Evaluations: You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement. You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test. You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position. Qualifications Experience: A minimum of three (3) years’ experience working at the journey-level in the installation, repair, and maintenance of commercial building electrical systems including power generation and distribution systems, grounding, and digital building controls and automated systems. Work experience must show a progression of increased responsibility, and the ability to repair complex equipment, components, and systems. The three (3) years’ experience should include a minimum of two (2) years’ work experience operating and maintaining 3 phase electrical equipment with ampere ratings of 1600 Amps or higher. Must have a career path that demonstrates increased levels of responsibility working on complex equipment, control circuits, and building automation systems. Language: English: Level 3 – Good working knowledge; speaking, reading & writing Chichewa: Level 3 – Good working knowledge; speaking, reading & writing Job Knowledge: Knowledge of electrical theory, Ohm’s law, and sizing electrical equipment, including generators, transformers, motor starters, wiring, circuit breakers, and other electrical components. Ability to use test instruments to diagnose electrical problems, identify root causes, and determine the materials and equipment required for repairs. Knowledge of electrical safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out measures. Detailed technical knowledge of electrical control systems and their interfaces with other operating systems. Equipment-specific knowledge of installed electrical systems, power generation and distribution equipment, switchgear, and mechanical equipment. Strong technical understanding of major building electrical and mechanical systems, with a specialty in controls. Knowledge of International Building Code standards, including electrical and mechanical requirements, and fire and life safety codes. Skills And Abilities: Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, riser diagrams, wiring schematics, equipment schedules, operations and maintenance manuals, and construction documents. Skills in testing electrical components and taking equipment readings using various meters, hand tools, power tools, and specialized tools to diagnose problems and determine appropriate repairs. Ability to install, troubleshoot, and repair building electrical controls, automated systems, and associated components and devices. Experience working with emergency standby generator systems and using frequencies, sounds, color codes, and odors to troubleshoot equipment. Ability to understand engineering reports, specifications, and related technical materials in English. Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, preparing reports and spreadsheets, writing emails, and conducting internet research. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage a large workload. Ability to respond efficiently and promptly to emergencies and carry out immediate repairs. Ability to work in adverse conditions, including confined spaces, at heights using ladders, and in extreme indoor or outdoor temperatures. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with coworkers, contractors, and vendors to exchange relevant information.

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