Job Description
JOB GROUP 'D' 3 POSTS
VACANCY NO. CPSB 35/23 (E)
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Duties and Responsibilities
Driving/operating the fire engine as authorized.
Making routine daily checks and inspections of the fire engines to ensure it is in sound mechanical condition.
Ensuring general routine maintenance of the fire engine and equipment in line with the manufacturer's manual/specifications.
Reporting any malfunctioning of the vehicle/fire engine systems. Ensuring security and safety for the fire engine on and off the road.
Maintenance of work tickets for vehicle/fire engine assigned.
Responding to fire and emergency calls to prevent and/or minimize loss of life, property, or injury.
Safely and efficiently driving the fire engine to the scene of fire in response to an
emergency.
Operating the fire engine pumps and other fire/rescue apparatus safely and efficiently. X. Performing any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements for Appointment
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Mean grade D Plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for all class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive.
Attended a First Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution.
Passed Suitability Test for Driver Grade III.
Passed Practical Test for Drivers conducted by the respective department.
Be physically and medically fit as certified by a Government Doctor.
A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police.
At least two (2) years driving experience.
Have a minimum of two (2) years of proven experience in fire engine/firefighting
equipment operation.
Demonstrate experience in managing disasters.
Possession of a Grade III certificate and above in vehicle mechanics/maintenance will be
an added advantage.