Pump Technician (2 Positions) at Kisii County Government

VACANCY NO. KSI/PSB/EA/23/2022:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out random checks on pumps to ensure proper functioning
• Carry out repairs on all pumps and prepare summary reports
• Assess and diagnose problems with broken down water supply systems including submersible electric & hand pumps, surface pumps, electrical pump controls, piping and pipe fittings, water treatment unitsand general borehole installations and give recommendations/ reports on their repair as per the ppm
• Ensure preventive maintenance completed in line with the departmental quality standards, in timely manner
• Should be able operate assemble and install valves and fittings at the pump room
• Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, PPR burn, brazing and welding equipment.
• Ensure any installed pump repairs are inspected and done properly
• Carry out or coordinate repairs on broken down water systems in the pump rooms and restore to working condition

REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES

• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Diploma or Certificate/Trade test in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering or equivalent certificate from a recognized institution in any discipline relating to Water, Civil or Electrical Engineering is the necessary educational requirement
• At least 3 years’ practical experience with installations and repairs on water pumps systems (electricals controls and pipework) especially for pools, speed pumps, borehole and surface water supplies.
• Excellent technical knowledge in water pump electronics.
• Well-developed interpersonal and team skills ability to be flexible in demanding situations
• Good people relations and communication skills.
• Team player willing to work with minimum supervision

Ability to work under pressure and multi-task between various briefs