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Driver I - 2 Posts At Laikipia University

Laikipia University

Education / Teaching full time Nakuru Posted 2 days ago

The University has a unique history that has evolved through different educational phases. It was started in April 1929 by a British Colonial farmer cum educationist by the name William Thomas Alfred Levet. The Institution was by then a whites’ only primary school with a large farm, which was sold to Guy Bullen in February 1959. Mr. Bullen sold it to Ministry of Agriculture in 1965. Between 1965 and 1970, the Institution served as a Large-scale Farmers training (LSFTC) college. Vision A University for valued transformation of society Mission To serve the students and society through research, education, scholarship, training, outreach and consultancy Core Values Quality Integrity RespectDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reports to: Transport Officer. This Officer is expected to: - Drive the University Motor vehicles as authorized in line with the University’s set guidelines and procedures; Maintain proper care of work tickets for assigned equipment through documentation of proper data for control, planning and future reference; Carry out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling system, lubrication system, Electrical system, braking system, suspension system, transmission system as well as maintaining recommended tire pressure; Detects and reports vehicles when due for service and malfunctioning of equipment systems through daily inspection of the units to ensure reliable services delivery; Maintain cleanliness of the assigned vehicles through regular cleaning services to ensure conformity with customer satisfaction levels; Facilitate repair and maintenance of vehicles through timely reporting when due for service to ensure security and safety for the Machines and equipment on and off the road; Facilitate fueling of University vehicles as per fueling procedure to ensure effective running of the services offered; Adhere to Traffic Act and Government Vehicle Check Unit Rules and Regulations by abiding to stipulated rules for safety measures; and Any other duties as may be assigned, prescribed and/or delegated by the immediate supervisor. PERSONS SPECIFICATIONS: For appointment to this post, a candidate MUST have the following academic and professional requirements: - Be a holder of KCSE Certificate; A valid driving license class ABCE; Excellent driving skills; Basic mechanical knowledge in vehicle wiring/repairs and maintenance will be an added advantage; Good knowledge of city roads, locations of government offices and main roads to other parts of the country; .Knowledge of driving rules and regulations, chauffeur protocol and courtesies, and local roads and conditions; and Experience: Three [3] years’ continuous driving experience as a bus driver/Driver II or its equivalent.