Electrician at Gusii Water and Sanitation Company Limited (GWASCO)

GRADE 6, (REF: GWASCO/HR/EL/01/2021/05)

No of Positions: 2

Reports to    Electromechanical Officer.

Job purpose

The position of electrician consists of installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. It also consists of ensuring that work is in accordance with relevant codes, and installing or servicing of electrical control systems.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools;
• iConnect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components;
• iDiagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand    tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem;
• Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and    fixtures;
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes;
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes;
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools;
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility    and safety of system;
• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned

Job specification: requirements for Appointment (academic/professional qualification/experience)

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Troubleshooting skills
• Ability to determine causes of operating errors and decide what to do about it, and to repair machines or systems using the needed tools.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Direct reports

None

Terms of Service

Three Years Contract

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and the experience of the individual will be negotiated with the successful candidate