Chief Driver - 2 Positions at Machakos County Public Service Board

Job Reference No. - MCPSB/12/2022/011

Duties and Responsibilities

• driving the assigned vehicle
• carrying out routine checks on the vehicle's cooling, oil, electrical, tyre pressure and  brake systems, etc.
• detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems; maintenance of work  ticket(s) for vehicle(s) assigned
• ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road
• overseeing safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and
• maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle(s) 
• In addition, the officer may be required to supervise and guide staff in a small  transport unit.

Requirements for Appointment 

For appointment to this grade, an officer must;

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plain or its equivalent  qualification from a recognized Institution;
• passed Occupational Trade Test I for Drivers;
• a valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of  vehicle(s) the officer is required to drive;
• Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or  its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• attended a Refresher Course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within  every three (3) years at Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology  (KIHBT) or any other recognized Institution;
• a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
• attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John  Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or  any other recognized Institution;