U.S. Mission Pakistan is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the “Gardener” position in the U.S. Consulate General, Lahore.

Basic Function of the Position – The incumbent of this position is responsible for performing gardening care and grounds maintenance at Mission office facilities including associated agencies, as well as other U.S. Government (USG) owned and leased properties as directed and at the official residence of the Consul General. The incumbent plans, schedules, and participates in the gardening work as assigned including but not limited to soil preparation, planting, pruning, trimming, staking, cultivating, weeding, transplanting, of trees, lawn turf, shrubs, ground cover, flowers, and hedges. The incumbent monitors sites and determines the need for fertilizers, soil amendments, and mineral additive. The incumbent mixes and applies Post Occupational Safety and Health Officer (POSHO) approved insecticides, and herbicides. Also performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: Minimum two (2) years of gardening experience is required.

Please upload all professional and job-related experience certificates/letters of all previous work experiences and any proof of current employment (last drawn salary slip, appointment letter, etc.) of current employment as a single attachment using the tab "Other Document 2".

EDUCATION: Completion of Primary School Certificate (5 years of education) is required.

Please upload all education certificates i.e. academic degree(s)/transcript(s)/diploma(s)/detailed mark sheet/school leaving certificate and/or any other document related to the education as a single attachment using tab "Other Document."

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

Ability to physically perform arduous tasks as well as working independently is required. Ability to use hand tools and operate motorized equipment and vehicles, such as mowers, sprinklers, etc. The ability to use all gardening tools and swimming pool, cleaning equipment. Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment such as eyewear, and safety shoes. Skills and abilities may be tested.

All applications must be submitted through Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) to be considered. To view a current list of all available positions at the U.S. Mission in Pakistan and to apply online, please visit this page Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) .

Required Documents:

All applicants must upload/attach below supporting documents. Application without required documents will not be considered.

• Educational Documents: Include academic certificates (Matric, Intermediate & Bachelors, or University degree certificate)/transcript/diploma/Vocational training certificates/detailed mark sheet/school leaving certificate and/or any other related document.

• Experience Documents: Include professional and job-related experience certificates/letters of all previous and current work experiences or any other proof (e.g., last drawn salary slip/appointment letter etc.) of current employment.

U.S. Mission Pakistan will not bear any travel expenses for testing, interviews, pre-employment clearances (if selected) or relocation for joining.