Kenton College is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All members of staff must familiarize themselves with the following, first, among all other relevant policies:
Safeguarding/Child Protection; Staff
Code of Conduct; Whistleblowing; Prevent Duty; Equal Opportunities.
We are looking to hire an electrician
to join our team. Reporting to the Estate Manager, the Electricians’ day-to-day
duties will include ground maintenance roles as assigned by the Head of
Grounds. The ideal candidate will ensure the safe operation of all building
systems and adhere to safety regulations.
Duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Perform regular and scheduled inspections on all
electrical fittings and equipment and report any faults to the Estate
Manager
- Perform preventative maintenance on electrical
systems and components by inspecting various electrical components, and
testing devices to troubleshoot electrical issues
- Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical
fittings, wiring, and lighting systems
- Repairing and replacing faulty electrical equipment
and related fixtures
- Work with utility companies to maintain power lines
for timely clearing of tree branches and debris
- Reading and interpreting technical diagrams and
blueprints for recommendation as needed
- Identifying and mitigating safety hazards
- Basic outdoor cabling on tents, and/or connection of
the school Public Address System during school events.
- Adhering to the School’s Safety Policy and Local
building regulations
- Maintaining electrical fittings stock lists and
ensuring timely replenishment by raising requisitions through the Estate
manager
This job description is not a
comprehensive statement of procedures and tasks but sets out the main duties
and responsibilities of the job and the expectations of the school to the post
holder’s professional responsibilities and duties.
However, the job or duties described
may vary or be amended from time to time without changing the level of
responsibility associated with the post.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- The ideal candidate is good at problem-solving, has
attention to detail, and is proactive with the ability to work under
minimal supervision.
Qualifications and Professional
Experience
- Minimum Artisan in Electrical
Installation/Electrical Wiring
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience
How to apply
Please email your CV to jobs@kenton.ac.ke with Electrician in the subject
line as soon as possible. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.