Warehouseman/Truck Driver

About

Announcement Number: Yaounde-2026-021

Hiring Agency: Embassy Yaounde

Position Title: Warehouseman/Truck Driver (All Interested Applicants / All Sources)

Open Period:09/29/2026 – 10/13/2026

Format MM/DD/YYYY

Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+1Series/

Grade:LE – 0805 4

Salary:XAF FCFA7,775,075 /Per Year

Work Schedule: Full-time – 45 hours per week.

Promotion Potential: LE-4

Duty Location(s):1 Vacancy in

Yaounde, CM

Telework Eligible: No

For More Info: HR Section
000-000-0000
ydeapplicants@state.gov

Overview

Hiring Path:• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: This position is open to All Interested Applicants / All Sources

For USEFM – FP grade is AA. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington, D.C.

Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation

Appointment Type: Permanent

Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period.Marketing Statement:

We encourage you to review the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

 

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.

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Cameroon seeks to hire a Warehouse Worker (Truck Driver). The Warehouse Worker (Truck Driver) safely and efficiently operates U.S. Government-owned or leased trucks, cargo vehicles, and other vehicles. This position also handles the safe transport, handling, and storage of both expendable and non-expendable government property. The role sits within the General Services Office and reports to the Warehouse Supervisor.

 

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Supervisory Position: No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No

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Duties

Key Responsibilities

 

Driving and Transportation

 

• • Safely operates U.S. Government vehicles, including heavy and light-duty trucks, pick-up trucks, and vans, to transport supplies and equipment between the warehouse, office buildings, residences, and other locations.

 

• • Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and other material-handling equipment to move supplies to and from storage areas.

 

• • Cleans, inspects, and maintains vehicles before and after use, reporting any issues to the supervisor and performing minor repairs as needed.

 

• • Manages cash and a government fuel credit card for vehicle-related expenses.

 

• • Delivers excellent customer service by responding promptly and professionally to inquiries and requests.

 

• • Takes ownership of the role by resolving issues proactively, maintaining accurate records, and following safety standards and procedures.

 

Warehouse Operations and Maintenance

 

• • Loads and unloads furniture, appliances, and other government property between trucks, vans, and the warehouse.

 

• • Assembles, dismantles, and moves furniture and large appliances without damaging government property.

 

• • Helps pack, unpack, and deliver welcome kits to new arrivals and distributes supplies as needed.

 

• • Oversees the safe loading and unloading of trucks to prevent damage to embassy property.

 

• • Assists with moving, storing, and organizing items in storage spaces.

 

• • Reports any suspected fraud or theft to the appropriate supervisor.

 

Inventory

 

• • Helps conduct warehouse inventories to confirm proper storage and identify any theft, safety, or fire hazards.

 

• • Inspects residences and items to check for theft or damage, reporting any missing or damaged property.

 

• • Assists with arranging items for sale or disposal.

 

Other Duties

 

• • Provides manual support during special visits or events, such as setting up control rooms and safeguarding property.

 

• • Escorts visitors, contractors, and non-cleared personnel at post when required.

 

• • Performs other duties as assigned to support embassy operations.

 

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Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

 

• • Security Certificate; or

 

• • Public Trust – background investigation 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 primary school is required.

 

 

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: At least two 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) in English and French.  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 able to lift a maximum of 51 lbs. (23kg) under 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 supervisor.

 

• • Basic computer skills required.

 

• • 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.

 

 

How to Apply

How to Apply:

Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application.  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.

We foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where employees can be themselves.  We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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:

• • Residency Permit (if applicable)

• • Work Permit (if applicable)

• • University Diploma or equivalent

• • Driver’s license (Category B, C & D)

• • Work Attestation(s)