Mechatronics Technicians

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Kiambu National Polytechnic formerly (KIST) is a tertiary Institution established in 1973 and is mandated and fully accredited by the Technical Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA), Ministry of Education to provide training in Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in various courses at Diploma, Craft and Artisan levels. Over the years since inception, we have continued to make great strides and are ever grateful to all who have been part of our journey. The Institute has witnessed growth in academic programmes, student enrolment, staffing, physical facilities as well as in extra-curricular activities.

JOB SUMMARY

Advert No. KINAP/HR/04/2026–MECHATRONICS TECHNICIANS Minimum Requirements;Diploma in a relevant field of EngineeringAt least one year working experience in the same field.A certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institutionGood Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Organizational skills and Time ManagementSkills.Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Act Method of ApplicationApplication process: send your current CV, Academic and Professional Certificates including KCSE and Testimonials in a brown, A4 envelope clearly sealed and with the advert reference number clearly indicated.DELIVERY MODE: Hand delivery, Post Office or Courier. All applications MUST be received at the Chief Principals office and recorded in the provided bookBy submission of these documents, you agree to conform to the Kenya DATA Protection Act (2019)We shall not be responsible for loss of hand delivered documents not registered in the provided book.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.KINAP is an equal opportunity employer; women, youth and People with Disabilities are encouraged apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide support to trainers and trainees in solving technical problems and practicalsMaintain workshop inventories by receiving, issuing tools and materials in the workshop andensure sufficient materials in the workshopObserve and ensure health and safety procedures are practiced and enforced and accidents reportedto the section headRequisition for consumables to ensure they are replenished in a timely manner and organise in a way that they are easily traced.Prepare maintenance schedule for all the workshop equipment for approval by section head and maintain requisite records on servicing schedule on various equipment and machinery to ensure the schedule is adhered to.Advise the section head on the budgeting requirement of the workshop to ensure that all the requirements of the workshop are budgeted forSegregate non-functional equipment and machinery to promote safety in the workshoр.Provide procurement specifications for workshop equipment to be purchased to ensure purchase of the correct equipment/machineryReport breakdown of machinery and equipment to the head of the section to advise on replacement needsSupervise cleaning of the workshop to promote general cleanliness of the workshop and equipment and provide a conducive environment for trainings and practicals

REQUIRED SKILLS

Machining (drilling, grinding, turning, etc.), Engineering, Equipment and tool maintenance, Welding

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Diploma, Associate's degree