Building Technician at Tenwek Hospital

Job Summary

• The Building Technician will participate in routine inspection, operations, testing, repair, and maintenance of hospital buildings and construction machinery to ensure safety, efficiency, and reliability in support of healthcare delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general and detailed building maintenance, including tile fitting, painting, cabro fitting, and other hardware repairs.
• Assist in planned preventive maintenance for hospital equipment and infrastructure.
• Operate hospital construction machinery such as backhoe machines, block-making machines, excavators, golf carts, and other assigned automobiles.
• Plan and coordinate the maintenance, service, and repair of construction equipment.
• Carry out routine maintenance of pavements and external areas.
• Provide insight into the location, selection, and quality of building materials.
• Liaise with the Procurement Department to facilitate timely purchase and delivery of building materials.
• Ensure construction activities comply with the hospital’s OSH (Occupational Safety and Health) policy.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Diploma or Craft Certificate in Civil Engineering, Building & Construction, Facilities Management, or relevant technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant hands-on experience.
• Ability to operate heavy construction machinery, including backhoe and block-making machines.
• Valid Class G Plant Operator License is mandatory.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills; able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.
• A professing Christian believer in the gospel of Jesus Christ, aligned with the mission of Tenwek Hospital.