JOB DESCRIPTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

c) TRANSPORT AND GARAGE DEPARTMENT

2.  Tractor Operator Grade 3

This position is responsible for carrying heavy goods from one place to another,  operating machinery and the provision of support to on farm operations of the University. The Tractor Operator Grade 3, shall:

• Carry heavy goods effectively and safely to ensure that all farm activities are carried out for maximum farm production for the University use as well as the community.


• Guide other plant operators, turn boys and attendants in identifying possible breakdowns and liaise with mechanics for servicing to ensure that all machines run smoothly and they are properly utilized.


• Supervise cleanliness of the plant equipment and assist in training junior plant operators to ensure that the operators effectively and efficiently carry out their objectives in achieving the farm’s goals.


• Maintain safety and security of plant/vehicles to minimize pilferage and extend the life span of the plant.

• Driving assigned plant/vehicles.


• Maintaining work ticket.


• Drawing scheduled maintenance.


• Updating insurance and other licenses.

Requirements for appointment:

• A minimum of Kenya Certificate Secondary of Education (K.C.S.E) with grade C; Must have proficiency in English and Kiswahili.


• Driving license A, B, C, E and PSV.


• Three (3) years working experience in a comparable position.


• Certificate of good conduct.


• Must be computer proficient.


• Basic Mechanical Skills.


• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.

OR

• A KCSE certificate with D+ with at least six (6) years working experience from a comparable position.


• Driving license A, B, C, E and PSV.


• Certificate of good conduct


• Defensive Driving Skills.


• Basic Mechanical Skills.


• Have Occupational Test Grade I.


• Have Suitability Test for Driver III Certificate.


• First aid.


• Must be computer proficient.


• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.

                OR

• Have at least KCSE Grade D+ or its equivalent with at least three (3) years satisfactory tractor driving experience after obtaining the license.


• Have a clean valid driving license classes ABCED and PSV.


• Certificate of Good Conduct.


• A Certificate in Occupational Test Grade III and First Aid shall be an added advantage.


• Must be computer proficient.


• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity.

NOTE THAT:

1. South Eastern Kenya University is an equal opportunity employer. Women and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


2. Shortlisted candidates will be required to have current clearance certificates from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).


3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications, in ten (10) copies, should be addressed to:

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration and Human Resource Management

South Eastern Kenya University

P.O. BOX 170-90200,

KITUI.

So as to be received on or before Friday, 21st May, 2021.

SEKU is an equal opportunity employer