JOB REFERENCE: NYANDAWAS/CMT/006/2025
Job
Purpose
To
install, repair, and maintain water distribution systems, including pipelines,
valves, meters, and fittings, ensuring continuous and safe water supply to
customers in rural communities.
Key
Responsibilities/ Duties /Tasks: –
- Install new
water service connections for domestic and institutional customers.
- Repair broken,
leaking, or blocked water pipelines.
- Maintain and
replace valves, taps, meters, and fittings as required.
- Assist in the
construction of pipeline extensions and new water distribution lines.
- Perform routine
inspection of pipelines and water installations to detect faults early.
- Respond
promptly to reported breakdowns, leakages, or bursts within the
distribution network.
- Record and
report fieldwork completed, materials used, and any unresolved issues.
- Ensure proper
use and maintenance of plumbing tools, equipment, and safety gear.
- Work closely
with meter readers and customer care teams during investigations and
maintenance visits.
- Provide basic
customer education on proper use of water connections and fittings.
- Support efforts
to reduce non-revenue water (NRW) through prompt leak detection and
repair.
- Follow health
and safety procedures while working in the field.
- Participate in
emergency response operations such as fixing burst mains or supporting
water trucking.
- Assist in the
preparation of bills of quantities for plumbing works and material
requisitions.
- Maintain good
relations with the community and represent the utility professionally
on-site.
Job
Requirements
- Certificate in
Plumbing or Water Engineering.
- Government
Trade Test Certificate Grade I in Plumbing, Water Supply Technology, or a
related field will be an added advantage.
- A valid
motorbike riding license (if required for fieldwork in dispersed rural
areas) is an added advantage.
- Practical
skills in water plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance.
- Ability to read
and interpret technical drawings and pipeline layouts.
- Problem-solving
ability in the field with limited supervision.
- Good physical
condition and stamina for outdoor, manual work.
- Basic
record-keeping and report writing.
- Familiarity
with safety standards and the use of protective equipment.
- Team player
with a proactive and reliable work ethic.
- Ability to work
under pressure, especially during emergencies.
- Basic
understanding of rural water systems and community dynamics.
- Have good
interpersonal relations and communication skills
- Excellent
organization skills
How to
Apply
Application
packages in a sealed envelope which include a cover letter, detailed CV and
certified copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent by post or
courier to: –
The
Managing Director
Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company,
P.O. Box 164- 20300,
Nyahururu.
In
addition to the Hard copy of the application, a soft copy should be sent
to recruitment@nyandaruawater.co.ke before the expiry of the closing
date (25TH July 2025, 17:00 Hours) with the VACANCY NUMBER as the email
subject.
Note:
The Vacancy number should be
clearly marked on the left top corner of the outer envelope of the application
package.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing in any way will lead to automatic disqualification.
Include your current gross remuneration on the cover letter.
