Driver at Siaya Institute of Technology

This position provides transportation services timely and consistent maintenance of vehicle and ensuring the security of the vehicle on and off the road.

Minimum level of academic qualifications.

1. D plus
2. Driver’s License for class BCE vehicles.
3. Minimum of 30 years of age with 5 years driving experience.
4. Conversant with NTSA Act and Regulations
5. First Aid Skills
6. Trade Test Grade II, III or Craft Mechanic Course

Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities.

• Transport authorized staff to designated locations in a safe and timely manner, to ensure the transport department supports the institution staff in the performance of work.
• Ensure the cleanliness and routine maintenance of the Institution’s vehicles assigned, to
• enhance the image of the Institution and to make the vehicles user friendly.
• Perform minor repairs and make arrangement for major repairs to ensure the vehicle are kept in good condition at all times.
• Ensure timely change of oil, checking tyres, brakes and water levels to prevent the vehicle from breakdowns.
• Report the accidents and incidents to the Transport Officer to ensure appropriate strategies are developed and implemented to minimize the accidents and incidents and  on the associated costs.
• Record distances travelled and fuel costs incurred for proper record keeping to assist in the management of transport costs.
• Inspect the vehicles to ensure they are fully equipped with tools and first aid kit to ensure adherence to the regulation.
• Maintain all valid legal documents such as driving license, work tickets, insurance and safety hazards.
• Ensure safety of the vehicle on and off the road.