Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) is a non-denominational Technical , Vocational & Education Training (TVET) Institute under the Ministry of Education State Department of Vocational & Technical Training. It is located 14 kilometres from the City of Nairobi along Kiambu Road and 1 kilometer from Kiambu Town. It was built through Harambee effort by the local people and some generous donations from two Protestant church organizations I.C.C.O. of Netherlands and E.Z.E. of Germany. KIST admitted the first batch of 125 students, 75 male and 50 female in September 1973. Over the years KIST has diversfied in offering more than 40 courses in Diplomas, Certificates and Artisan Programs. Since its inception KIST has produced graduates who fit globally competitive needs of modern employees and the merging challenges The Board of Governors (BOG) which is appointed by the Ministry of Education in consultation with the stakeholders oversees the day-to-day runing of the institute. The core function of KIST is to provide training in TVET programme and promote research,innovations and technological development. KIST is ISO 9001:2015 certified and has a holistic approach to training,aimed at achieving Kenya Industrialization as envisaged in the Vision 2030. The institute has actively participated in National TVET trade Fairs, Robots contests and sports both at the regional and National levelsAdvert No. KINAP/HR/04/2026–MECHATRONICS TECHNICIANS (1 POST) Minimum Requirements; Diploma in a relevant field of Engineering At least one year working experience in the same field. A certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution Good Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Organizational skills and Time ManagementSkills. Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Act  Duties and Responsibilities Provide support to trainers and trainees in solving technical problems and practicals Maintain workshop inventories by receiving, issuing tools and materials in the workshop andensure sufficient materials in the workshop Observe and ensure health and safety procedures are practiced and enforced and accidents reportedto the section head Requisition 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 for Segregate 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/machinery Report breakdown of machinery and equipment to the head of the section to advise on replacement needs Supervise cleaning of the workshop to promote general cleanliness of the workshop and equipment and provide a conducive environment for trainings and practicals