Electrician
From The Guardian, 7th Dec 2015
Job Title: Electrician (1 position)

Job Purpose: Should be able to do the maintenance of all electrical related work of the coffee plantations, generator sets, motors, vehicle electrical works etc.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE POSITION
Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
Diagnose motor systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards,
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.
Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment and provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have at least a Diploma in Electrical Engineering;
Knowledge of Electrical installation is an added advantage.
At least 5 years practical working experience as an Electrician.
Should be able to demonstrate safety precautions to be observed in the maintenance and installation of electronic equipment.


APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:


If you qualify and meet the above requirement, mail your application and CV not later
than 18/DEC/2015. sunil.m@olamnet.com; haritha.k@olamnet.com; and
nartin.osembo@olamnet.com

Vote: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted