Support Assistant II (Electrician) at icipe – African Insect Science for Food and Health

Overall Purpose of the Job

Electrical installation and maintenance works.

Specific Duties

•  Carry out electrical installation works.
•  Carry out electrical repairs and maintenance of Electrical distribution panels and boards.
•  Undertake installation and repair of electrical wirings, lighting systems, fittings, and accessories.
•  Carry out machine repairs and maintenance of electrical appliances.
•  Carry out maintenance of solar PV plant equipment.
•  Repair of refrigerators, cold rooms, and air conditioners.
•  Inspecting transformers, generators, circuit breakers, and other electrical components.
•  Troubleshooting electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
•  Maintain record of all campus meters, meter reading for recharges, power fluctuations and water pump operations.
•  Carry out any other duties as assigned from time to time.
•  Monthly energy and diesel usage analysis for generators.
•  Supervision of students on attachment.

Requirements/Qualifications

•  Diploma in electrical Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution.
•  At least 10 years’ experience in electrical systems and appliances and equipment with at least 3 years on Commercial Solar PV systems and Solar thermal systems.
•  Knowledge in electrical installation works.
•  Ability to co-ordinate and work amicably with team members.
•  Sound working knowledge of low voltage distribution system, power generation, blueprints, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment.
•  Working knowledge of installation, repair, and maintenance of solar PV plants (grid tie and hybrid systems), Solar water heating systems (designing and installation).
•  Knowledge in refrigeration and air conditioning.
•  Knowledge of Auto CAD is an added advantage.
•  Ability to respond swiftly to emergencies.
•  Firefighting and first aid.
•  Computer literacy.

Other Desirable Attributes

•  Critical thinking is necessary for trouble shooting and problem solving.
•  Supervises students on attachment.
•  Expected to handle minimal resources such as imprest.

Reporting

• This position reports to the Electrical Engineer/Facilities & Assets Manager