Chauffeur (Multiple Positions) at U.S .Department of State

Duties

• The incumbent operates safely and efficiently an unarmored U.S. Government-owned or leased motor vehicle to transport passengers and/or cargo. Works as messenger as directed.

Chauffeur Responsibilities

• As one of several motor pool chauffeurs, receives work assignments from the Dispatcher to transport State and/or other Agency personnel or cargo.
• Operates Embassy vehicles in the transportation of official visitors in support of U.S. Government’s official activities.
• Assumes duty driver responsibility on a rotational basis. Incumbent may be required to make trips that require out-of-town stays.
• Maintains vehicle in a clean and serviceable condition, to include cleaning the interior and exterior of the vehicle.
• Performs basic vehicle inspection in accordance with established schedules and policies.
• Prepares trip reports, vehicle use and fuel logs. Estimates fuel consumption for trips.
• Safeguards U.S. Government property and uses U.S. Government resources efficiently, including the fuel-efficient operation of vehicles.
• May drive armored vehicles, as needed.

Messengers Responsibilities

• To include mail, cargo, documents pickup and delivery, as assigned.
• Handles cash up to $1,000 and/or handle government fuel credit card for vehicle with $300 limit.
• Provides driver support for the Ambassador or DCM in the absence of their regularly-assigned chauffeurs, as directed.

Qualifications and Evaluations

• Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: At least three (3) years of professional driving experience is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

• Must have a good working knowledge of the city and its environs, including driving routes and traffic patterns.
• Must be familiar with the location of hospitals, police and fire stations within the city and its immediate surroundings.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of high school education (matric) is required.

Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:

• Limited knowledge in reading, writing and speaking in English is required. (This may be tested).
• A good working knowledge of reading, writing and speaking in any other official South African language is required. (This may be tested).

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must hold a valid Code 10 driver’s license and Public Driver’s Permit (PDP). (Driving test will be conducted).
• Must have the ability to read maps and plan driving routes.
• Must have good verbal communication skills, and an ability to handle all persons with professionalism and discretion.
• Must be able to perform basic vehicle inspection and must possess intermediate level automotive maintenance skills.
• Must have basic computer skills to maintain reports and for communication purposes.
• Operates level C or D armored vehicle with defensive driving skills.
• Familiarity with the use of Microsoft Word and Excel is required.  (This may be tested).