Artisans

Agriculture and Food Authority are seeking dedicated entry-level artisans to maintain our facilities and equipment. If you have a Trade Test Certificate and a passion for hands-on work, we want you.

Agriculture and Food Authority is seeking to competitively recruit qualified Kenyan professionals to fill the under listed positions on permanent & pensionable terms for positions:

ARTISAN III, GRADE AFA 11

This is an entry level grade for certificate holders into this cadre. An officer at this level works under the guidance of a senior officer.

ARTISAN III (MECHANICAL), GRADE AFA 11 (2 VACANCIES)

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

(i) Performing lubrication and other routine service work;
(ii) Performing general scheduled maintenance and minor repairs on motorbikes and vehicles;
(iii) Diagnosing motorbike and vehicle faults and identifying the areas of repairs required;
(iv) Performing test drives to check and verify repair works done;
(v) Updating vehicle service records;
(vi) Carrying out minor installation and fitting of new vehicle accessories; and
(vii) Performing general maintenance work on the tools, equipment, and garage facilities as required to maintain a safe and efficient garage operation

Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

(i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (D plus) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(ii) Government Trade Test Certificate Grade I in Mechanics or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
(iii) Proficiency in computer applications

(ii) ARTISAN III (ELECTRICAL), GRADE AFA 11 (2 VACANCIES)

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

(i) Troubleshooting of electrical issues to detect any defects;
(ii) Inspecting circuit breakers and other electrical components to ensure they are operating efficiently and effectively;
(iii) Conducting general electrical maintenance and updating maintenance schedules;
(iv) Labeling system components to comply with safety standards;
(v) Undertaking electrical wiring for well functioning lighting, intercom and other electrical systems;
(vi) Installing electrical apparatus, fixtures and equipment for alarm and other systems;
(vii) Installing safety and distribution components including switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels;
(viii) Replacing old wiring and insulated cables, cleaning circuits; and
(ix) Repairing or substituting damaged electric units.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

(i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (D plus) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(ii) Government Trade Test Certificate Grade I in Electrical or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
(iii) Proficiency in computer applications.

(iii) ARTISAN III (PLUMBING), GRADE AFA 11 (1 VACANCY)

Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:

(i) Installing and maintaining water supply and drainage systems;
(ii) Undertaking routine inspections of plumbing and drainage systems, identifying and diagnosing plumbing problems using appropriate tools and techniques;
(iii) Locating and repairing water supply lines and fixing leaks and clogs;
(iv) Repairing of fixtures e.g. sinks, toilets etc;
(v) Installing and maintaining gas and liquid heating systems eg air-conditioning units, radiators etc;
(vi) Installing waste disposal and sanitary systems with well-functioning Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) systems;
(vii) Participate during construction, renovation or repairs of the Authority buildings;
(viii) Preparing plumbing budgets, and cost estimates for installation and repair works; and
(ix) Assessing the Authority buildings to ensure adherence to all plumbing building codes and regulations

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

(i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (D plus) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(ii) Government Trade Test Certificate Grade I in Plumbing or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
(iii) Proficiency in computer applications.