Job Information
Car Care Attendant (LMO/TS 2)
Company Information
Job Information
Description
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Executive Agency
Category
Transportation
Posted
18-03-2025
Job Status
Start Publishing
18-03-2025
Stop Publishing
30-03-2025
Applications are invited for the following post in the Office of The Governor-General and Staff, Kings House: Car Care Attendant (LMO/TS 2), salary range $18,647 – $25,078 per week.
Job Purpose
Under the supervision of the Property Caretaker, the Car Care Attendant is responsible for the washing and general maintenance of the interior and exterior of the fleet of official vehicles assigned to the Office of the Governor-General. The incumbent also provides support for property maintenance and disaster and emergency management activities.
The incumbent seeks to achieve the job purpose by embracing, demonstrating and contributing to the Vision of the Office of The Governor-General and Staff: “A culture of excellence through people, performance and partnerships”.
Key Responsibilities
Technical/Professional:
- Carries out daily inspection of the fleet of official vehicles; removes debris and cleans interior and exterior areas. Returns to standard any settings disturbed during cleaning (e.g. air freshener, radio volume etc.);
- Uses appropriate cleaning methods and material (e.g. buffing pads) to achieve optimal care and appearance of both interior and exterior of all vehicles.
- Inspects all parking bays and sees to the removal of debris daily. Sweeps, washes and disinfects areas;
- Carries out daily inspection of the entrance areas to the garage, parking areas, JDF Barracks walkway and related fence line to see to the removal of debris by sweeping and cleaning as needed;
- Conducts daily checks of the fountain in the teardrop garden and His Excellency’s garden.
- Skims debris and cleans and maintains both fountains at the standard required;
- Assists with the dispensing of gasoline to the official fleet of vehicles as required;
- Maintains the Bishops Lodge’s parking lot by raking leaves, cutting grass and trimming edges;
- Cleans the Bishops Lodge Parking Bay by sweeping, washing and wiping the areas at the intervals and standards required;
- Provides support for disaster and emergency management activities;
- Performs any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Knowledge of operation of motor vehicle washing equipment
- Knowledge of motor vehicles; able to do engine oil check, air pressure check and windshield fluid check
- Knowledge of methods and materials used in vehicle care (Amoral, windscreen wash, microfiber cloth, etc.)
- Loyal, composed, trustworthy and demonstrates impeccable integrity
- Excellent organizing and planning skills with an eye for detail
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Confidential and professional in personal conduct and the execution of duties
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Completion of secondary level education;
- Two (2) years’ experience working in a similar capacity;
- Valid Driver’s Licence;
- Experience operating basic maintenance tools and equipment.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- The Car Attendant is a resident on the property and is expected to be on call for 24 hours. This means that he or she is required to work a flexible schedule which will include long hours, working on weekends and Public Holidays. The incumbent should be able to tolerate living alone and being on call for extended periods;
- This position requires solving problems that arise, spending long hours on one’s feet and often having to lift heavy objects;
- This position involves manual labour.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted via email, no later than March 31, 2025 to:
Director, Human Resources and Administration
Office of His Excellency The Governor-General and Staff
King’s House
Hope Road
Kingston 6
Office of His Excellency The Governor-General and Staff
King’s House
Hope Road
Kingston 6
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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