Technical Assistant – Waste Water III at Mathira Water and Sanitation Company

Job Purpose

• To carry out effective operations and maintenance of the sewer network and treatment plants as may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake operations and maintenance of the sewer network and trunk sewer lines, pump stations and treatment works
• Attend to sewer blockages and other faults in the system and rectify in a timely and economic manner
• Prepare records of the operations
• Undertake preventative maintenance to ensure proper functionality and maintenance of the sewer network, equipment and plants
• Control the operational valves within the treatment facilities
• Timely removal of screens and grit in the treatment processes
• Monitor waste water influent at the inlet
• Conducting regular sewer network patrol and reporting on any fault(s)
• Train students on attachment

Qualifications

• Certificate in water supply/plumbing from a recognized institution, Trade test certificate in plumbing Grade III or an equivalent;
• Basic computer skills
• KCSE Certificate D+ minimum
• At least one (1) year relevant experience in a reputable organization