Vacancy title:
Plumber

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Utilities, Category: Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Nyandarua Water & Sanitation Company

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, July 25 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nyandarua | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 10 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

• To install, repair, and maintain water distribution systems, including pipelines, valves, meters, and fittings, ensuring continuous and safe water supply to customers in rural communities.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties /Tasks: -

• Install new water service connections for domestic and institutional customers.
• Repair broken, leaking, or blocked water pipelines.
• Maintain and replace valves, taps, meters, and fittings as required. 
• Assist in the construction of pipeline extensions and new water distribution lines.
• Perform routine inspection of pipelines and water installations to detect faults early.
• Respond promptly to reported breakdowns, leakages, or bursts within the distribution network.
• Record and report fieldwork completed, materials used, and any unresolved issues.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of plumbing tools, equipment, and safety gear.
• Work closely with meter readers and customer care teams during investigations and maintenance visits.
• Provide basic customer education on proper use of water connections and fittings.
• Support efforts to reduce non-revenue water (NRW) through prompt leak detection and repair.
• Follow health and safety procedures while working in the field.
• Participate in emergency response operations such as fixing burst mains or supporting water trucking.
• Assist in the preparation of bills of quantities for plumbing works and material requisitions.
• Maintain good relations with the community and represent the utility professionally on-site.

Job Requirements

• Certificate in Plumbing or Water Engineering.
• Government Trade Test Certificate Grade I in Plumbing, Water Supply Technology, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• A valid motorbike riding license (if required for fieldwork in dispersed rural areas) is an added advantage.
• Practical skills in water plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and pipeline layouts.
• Problem-solving ability in the field with limited supervision.
• Good physical condition and stamina for outdoor, manual work.
• Basic record-keeping and report writing.
• Familiarity with safety standards and the use of protective equipment.
• Team player with a proactive and reliable work ethic.
• Ability to work under pressure, especially during emergencies.
• Basic understanding of rural water systems and community dynamics.
• Have good interpersonal relations and communication skills
• Excellent organization skills.
• Shortlisted Candidates must satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on Leadership and integrity through provision of; -
  • Current certificate of good conduct from Directorate of Criminal Investigation Department.
  • Current Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
  • A clean and current report from an approved credit reference Bureau (CRB).
  • Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
  • Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• The appointment will be for a fixed contract term of 3 YEARS renewable subject to satisfactory performance evidenced by continuous achievement of performance targets.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Application packages in a sealed envelope which include a cover letter, detailed CV and certified copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent by post or courier to: -

The Managing Director
Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company,
P.O. Box 164- 20300,
Nyahururu.

In addition to the Hard copy of the application, a soft copy should be sent to recruitment@nyandaruawater.co.ke before the expiry of the closing date (25 TH July 2025, 17:00 Hours) with the VACANCY NUMBER as the email subject.
Note:

• The Vacancy number should be clearly marked on the left top corner of the outer envelope of the application package.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Canvassing in any way will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Include your current gross remuneration on the cover letter.

CLOSING DATE: (25 TH July 2025, 17:00 Hours)

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