Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, February 02, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Gusii Water and Sanitation Company Limited (GWASCO) is a Private Limited Company by shares incorporated on the 12th June, 2006 under the Companies Act Cap 486 of the Laws of Kenya. We are an agent of Lake Victoria South Water Works Development Agency(LVSWWDA), created as a result of the enactment of the Water Act 2002 which gave birth to the Water Sector Reforms in Kenya.
GRADE 6, (REF: GWASCO/HR/EL/01/2021/05)
No of Positions: 2
Reports to Electromechanical Officer.
Job purpose
The position of electrician consists of installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. It also consists of ensuring that work is in accordance with relevant codes, and installing or servicing of electrical control systems. .

Duties and responsibilities
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools;
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components;
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem;
• Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures;
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes;
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes;
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools;
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system;
• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned

Direct reports
None
Terms of Service
Three Years Contract
An attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and the experience of the individual will be negotiated with the successful candidate

Job specification: requirements for Appointment (academic/professional qualification/experience)
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Troubleshooting skills
• Ability to determine causes of operating errors and decide what to do about it, and to repair machines or systems using the needed tools.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 including:
• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
• Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board;
• Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority;
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and
• Report from an Approved Credit Reference Bureau.

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the relevant criteria for any of the roles above, please submit your application including a detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, National Identification card and testimonials from your current or previous employer, clearly indicating your current and expected remuneration, email and telephone contacts of three (3) professional referees by 10th February, 2021 at 5:00pm.
Submit your application in a sealed envelope with the respective Job Reference Number clearly marked to:
The Managing Director,
Gusii Water & Sanitation Company Limited. P.O. Box 3880 -40200,
KISII
OR
Email: info@gwasco.co.ke 
GWASCO is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Female candidates and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
For more details on GWASCO and the job descriptions for these roles, please log on to www.gwasco.co.ke 
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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