Driver III at County Government of Kitui

Salary Scale: Ksh. 16,870 x 550 – 17,420 x 580 – 18,000 x 580 – 18,580 x 640 – 19,220 p.m.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Citizen of Kenya;
• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plain or equivalent qualification form a recognized institution;
• A valid Driving License free from any endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
• Attended a First Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or the Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
• Passed Suitability test for Driver Grade III;
• Passed Practical Test for Drivers conducted by the respective Ministry/Department;
• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police; and
• At least two (2) years driving experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Driving a motor vehicle as authorized;
• Carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical, tyre pressure and brake systems, tyre pressure etc;
• Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of the vehicle systems;
• Maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned;
• Ensuring safety and security of the vehicle on and off the road;
• Safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and
• Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.