Officer - Lifts Technician at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Department:                                                       Corporate Support Services.

Division:                                                                 Facilities & Logistics Services.

Location/Work Station:                                   Times Tower Nairobi & other KRA Offices.

Job Summary:                                                    

The job holder is responsible for installations and maintenance of operational Lifts, Escalators and their system.

1.Responding to mechanical failures and system malfunction     

• Operation and control of lifts/Escalators and equipment system.
• Monitoring & keeping lift records.
• Liaising with contracted firm for prompt maintenance, repair and serving of lifts and escalators.
• Ensuring statutory inspection is carried out on time.
• Rescue and evacuation of staff & customers.
• Responding to and implementing audit queries on lift operations.
• Programing/enrolment of authorised staff to various lifts categories/classes.
• Provision of Daily/Weekly/Quarterly report on lifts operation & performance.
• Ensure cleaning of lifts is carried out appropriately.
• Troubleshooting-Determining causes of operating error and giving solutions.
• Keeping records of work done.

Academic and Professional qualifications

• A diploma in Electrical /Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge in lifts, escalators and hoists.
• Knowledge in biometric access control.
• Professional registration by a relevant and related body

Relevant work experience required.       

At least 3 years’ experience in maintenance, repair and servicing of lifts and hoists.

Skills required   

• Public Safety and Security.
• Good analytical and problem Solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Integrity and honesty.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Computer proficiency.
• Analytical thinking.