Maintenance Technician (1 Post) - Job Reference: CU/ADM/HR/02/2026 at Chuka University

Job Grade: V

Terms of Service: One (1) Year Contract

Reports to: Production Officer.

Job Purpose: To ensure the efficient operation, maintenance, and reliability of dairy processing machinery and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Undertake routine servicing and calibration of processing equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records and prepare maintenance reports.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
• Recommend measures for improving equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Perform any other duties lawfully assigned by the supervisor.

Academic and Professional Requirements

The ideal candidate must possess:

• A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized in Kenya.
• At least three (3) years' relevant work experience in a similar position within a dairy or food processing firm.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Competencies and Skills

• Technical and troubleshooting skills.
• Analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Teamwork and integrity.