Electrician

Company Details
Industry: Non-Profit Organization Management
Description: The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian aid, relief and development nongovernmental organization.
Job Description

Key Responsibilities  

 

Routinely inspecting electrical systems such as wiring, fixtures, and appliances and immediate fix them.

 

Identifying faults or hazards in the properties and addressing the issue to the line manager for an immediate fix

 

Troubleshooting electrical system failures ensuring electricity power is always sustainable within the IRC premises.

 

To have the ability to fix/replace electrical cabling and wiring with standard performance while adhering to safety and performance standards

 

Testing of electrical systems with electrical tester and find out faults for repair.

 

Conducting maintenance repairs on old or faulty fixtures of electrical system.

 

Providing suggestions for electrical equipment, cabling replacement and Chooses electrical materials based on budget, location, and intended uses of building

 

Installing new electrical appliances in the building when necessary.

 

Interprets drawings and bill of quantities specifications to map layouts for all electrical works.

 

Receive and complete work orders.

 

Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.

 

Choosing electrical materials based on budget, location, and intended uses of building

 

Writes report documenting the problem and summary of actions taken on the electrical works.

 

Maintenance.

 

Inspect buildings and facilities, to identify any issues.

 

Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures.

 

Plan and schedule repairs.

 

Conduct periodic quality checks on equipment and systems to ensure everything is up to standard.

 

Perform general maintenance tasks.

 

Maintain the inventory records for equipment and maintenance supplies.

 

Safety

 

Follows health and safety standards and complies with building codes

 

Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures

 

Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.

 

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

 

Key Result Areas

 

Installing, Repairing, and maintaining electrical fittings and fixtures

 

Facility maintenance

 

Documenting/recording information - entering and keeping records of tasks for decision making.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

At least an electrician certificate/Diploma from a recognized technical institution.

 

Ability to communicate in English or Kiswahili

 

Previous experience working in similar position

 

Ability to manage own time and that of others

 

Basic computer Knowledge

 

A team player with good communication skills.

 

 

 

Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

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