Electrician at International Rescue Committee

Key Responsibilities  

• Routinely inspect electrical systems such as wiring, fixtures, and appliances and immediately fix them.
• Identifying faults or hazards in the properties and address the issue to the line manager for an immediate fix
• Troubleshooting electrical system failures ensuring electricity power is always sustainable within the IRC premises.
• To have the ability to fix/replace electrical cabling and wiring with standard performance while adhering to safety and performance standards
• Testing of electrical systems with electrical tester and find out defaults for repair.
• Conducting maintenance repairs on old or faulty fixtures of electrical system.
• Providing suggestions for electrical equipment, cabling replacement and chooses electrical materials based on budget, location, and intended uses of building
• Installing new electrical appliances in the building when necessary.
• Interprets drawings and bill of quantities specifications to map layouts for all electrical works.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
• Chooses electrical materials based on budget, location, and intended uses of building.

Maintenance.

• Inspect buildings and facilities, to identify any issues.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures.
• Plan and schedule repairs.
• Conduct periodic quality checks on equipment and systems to ensure everything is up to standard.
• Perform general maintenance tasks.
• Maintain the inventory records for equipment and maintenance supplies.

Safety

• Follows health and safety standards and complies with building codes.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Writes report documenting the problem and summary of actions taken on the electrical works.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Key Result Areas

• Installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical fittings and fixtures.
• Facility maintenance.
• Documenting/recording information - entering and keeping records of tasks for decision making.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least an electrician certificate/Diploma from a recognized technical institution.
• Ability to communicate in English or Kiswahili
• Basic computer Knowledge
• Previous experience working in similar position
• Ability to manage own time and that of others
• A team player with good communication skills.