Technician II – Mechanical Engineering (Plant/Production Option) at Kirinyaga University

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Collecting and preparing teaching materials;
Keeping and Maintenance of laboratory records (chemicals, plastic and glassware, equipment and other consumables);
Conducting laboratory practicals and demonstrations to undergraduates;
Ensuring laboratory equipment are kept in good order;
Collecting, preparing and setting up machines and equipment;
Ensuring laboratory machines and equipment are serviced, repaired, tested and maintained;
Supervising and training of junior laboratory staff, students and attachees engaged in laboratory work;
Ensuring safe use and disposal of chemicals and laboratory waste;
Receiving, processing and analyzing samples;
Oversee the cleaning and maintenance of the laboratory / workshop equipment, including recalibration of equipment;
Supervising assigned laboratory staff; and
Participating in research projects.

Requirements

Diploma in the relevant field from recognized institution
Three (3) years’ experience as a Technical Assistant II
Computer literacy

Mode of application
Applicants must submit five (5) copies of applications giving details of the educational and professional
qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number
and e-mail address. Enclose certified copies of certificates and testimonials giving names and addresses
of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and areas of
specialization, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and a copy of most recent letter of
appointment.
Interested applicants should send the applications to the undersigned, quoting the reference number
for the job applied for so as to be received on or before 21st August, 2025.

THE VICE CHANCELLOR
KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY
P. O. BOX 143-10300
KERUGOYA