Agency: U. S. Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic
Deadline: August 14, 2026
For more information and to apply online, please visit our ERA site.
Series/Grade: LE – 0805 4
Salary: $12,838/Per Year (Gross)
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
Who May Apply:
This position is open to All Interested Applicants/ All Sources. For USEFM – FP grade is FP-AA. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.
Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation
Appointment Type: Permanent. Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period.
Summary: The U.S. Mission in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Warehouse Worker in the General Services Office, Management section.
Supervisory Position: No.
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No.
Travel Required: Occasional in-country travel may be required.
Duties:
The Warehouse Worker is responsible for safely and efficiently operating U.S. Government-owned or -leased trucks, large cargo vehicles, or other vehicles. The incumbent is also responsible for safe handling, transporting, and storage of both expendable and non-expendable items. The position is in the General Services Office, under the supervision of the Supply Supervisor.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Safely operates U.S. Government-owned or -leased vehicles including heavy- or light-duty trucks, pick-up trucks, vans, cargo vans, etc. as required to transport expendable and non-expendable items to and from the warehouse, office building, residential properties, and other locations.
- Safely operates forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, trolleys, and other material-handling equipment to move supplies to and from proper storage areas.
- Inspects and maintains vehicles, reports issues and performs minor repairs as needed.
- Manages cash and a government fuel card.
- Loads, unloads, assembles, dismantles, and moves furniture and appliances; packs, unpacks, and delivers welcome kits; and distributes supplies to staff.
- Assists in moving and storing items and in maintaining storage spaces.
- Assists with warehouse and residence inventories and helps organize items for sale or disposal.
- Provides manual assistance during official visits and events, escorts visitors and contractors, and performs other manual labor tasks as assigned.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a security certificate or Public Trust security clearance.
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 time upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Education Requirements: Completion of high school education is required.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of professional truck or heavy vehicle driving experience is required. In addition, one (1) year of experience in manual labor or warehouse work is required.
Language: Limited knowledge (speaking/reading/writing) of English is required. Good working knowledge (speaking/reading/writing) of Russian is required. (This may be tested.)
Job Knowledge:
- Good working knowledge of warehouse operations, procedures and security standards.
- Good working knowledge of maintenance and efficient usage of warehouse storage space.
- Good working knowledge of conducting inventory and stacking of items/equipment.
- Knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations. Knowledge of in-country travel routes and areas is required.
Skills And Abilities:
- Physically able to perform loading and unloading. Must be able to handle heavy objects smoothly and efficiently. Must be able to lift a maximum of 51 lbs. (23 kg) under Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
- Ability to use warehouse tools and safely operate equipment such as forklifts, hand trolleys, electronic lifters, etc.
- Must be able to diagnose and handle preventive maintenance and first-tier automotive repairs. Ability to detect vehicle defects and report them immediately to the supervisor.
- Must be able to perform assigned tasks in all types of weather and environmental conditions, to include, at times, severe cold, extreme heat, wet or dry weather conditions, and high winds. (This may be tested.)
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.
Agency Benefits:
The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees. Locally Employed staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Embassy in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
Other Information:
For more information on hiring preferences and additional employment considerations, please visit our ERA site.
How to Apply: To apply, please visit our ERA site. For an instructional video on how to apply, click here.
Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job related skills or requirements in your application.
You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.
To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office.
Required Documents:
Please upload all applicable documents to your application. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
All Applicants:
- High/Secondary School Diploma (Attestat)
- Driver’s License – Categories B, C (both sides)
- Residency and/or work permit (for non-Kyrgyz citizens only)
- Other supporting document/s
In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:
- Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
- Passport copy
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
The HR Office will contact successful applicants. For more information on applying for jobs or employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website.
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.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us.
For More Info:
HR Section
+996 597000
BishkekHR@state.gov