Electro Mechanical Technician at Kericho Water & Sanitation Company Ltd

Job Purpose

To ensure the continuous, efficient, and safe operation of electromechanical installations critical to water production, treatment, and distribution. The Electromechanical Technician is responsible for the installation, planned maintenance, rapid fault diagnosis, repair, and performance optimization of pumps, motors, control panels, generators, valves, instrumentation, and associated systems, guaranteeing reliable service delivery, minimizing downtime, and complying with all relevant safety, environmental, and operational standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• In liaison with the supervisor and approved service providers, carry out installation, testing, commissioning, and supervision of electromechanical equipment as directed
• Perform scheduled routine inspections, servicing, testing, and preventive maintenance of electromechanical equipment (including but not limited to pumps, motors, generators, control panels, valves, actuators, and instrumentation systems) in accordance with manufacturer's operation and maintenance manuals; accurately record all activities and submit reports
• Respond promptly to unscheduled and ad-hoc faults by conducting inspection, troubleshooting, repairs, testing, and maintenance of electromechanical equipment in line with approved procedures; document findings and submit detailed reports
• Participate in the preparation and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), risk assessments, and emergency response plans for electromechanical systems
• Collaborate with the supervisor to review, plan, and prepare operational and maintenance schedules for pumps and other electromechanical equipment, based on designer and manufacturer guidelines, operational requirements, and energy-efficiency considerations; maintain proper records and submit reports
• Promptly identify, record, and report any anomalies or irregularities observed in electromechanical systems