Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), like most other universities, started in a modest way. It commenced as a graduate school of theology known as the Catholic Higher Institute of Eastern Africa (CHIEA). The Institute (CHIEA) was founded in 1984 by the regional ecclesiastical authority known as the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences ...

Responsibilities or duties

• Carry out routine servicing, oiling, greasing, and replacement of worn-out parts.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and ensure vehicles are roadworthy.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and recommend necessary repairs.
• Drive university vehicles safely and ensure their cleanliness.
• Ensure adherence to traffic laws and university transport policies.
• Keep accurate records of repairs, spare parts used, and maintenance schedules.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Maintain vehicle security on and off campus.
• Report vehicle defects and expiry of insurance licenses promptly.
• Transport university staff and students as required.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Should have attained a minimum of D+ in KCSE
• Should possess a valid Driving Licence Class ABCE
• Should Possess a current Certificate of Good Conduct
• Should Posess a valid Public Service Vehicle License
• Mechanics Grade I
• Computer Literate

Experience needed

• Should Have experience of at least five (5) years as a driver

• Carry out routine servicing, oiling, greasing, and replacement of worn-out parts.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and ensure vehicles are roadworthy.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and recommend necessary repairs.
• Drive university vehicles safely and ensure their cleanliness.
• Ensure adherence to traffic laws and university transport policies.
• Keep accurate records of repairs, spare parts used, and maintenance schedules.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Maintain vehicle security on and off campus.
• Report vehicle defects and expiry of insurance licenses promptly.
• Transport university staff and students as required.

• Mechanics Grade I
• Computer Literate

• Should have attained a minimum of D+ in KCSE
• Should possess a valid Driving Licence Class ABCE
• Should Possess a current Certificate of Good Conduct
• Should Posess a valid Public Service Vehicle License