Artisans – Motor Vehicle Mechanic III Job Ministry of Agriculture

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Motor Vehicle Mechanic III, CSG 15/ JG ‘E’- Eight (8) Posts
Salary Scale: Ksh. 21,120 x 580-21,700 x 640-22,340 x 680 -23,020-700-23,720 x 780 – 24,500 x 800 – 25,300 x 950 – 26,250 p.m.
House Allowance : Kshs. 6,500p.m.
Commuter Allowance : Kshs. 3,000p.m.
Leave Allowance : Kshs. 6,500 (Once yearly)
Leave Entitlement :30 working days
Medical Cover : As provided by the government

Terms of Service : One (1) year contract

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Duties and Responsibilities

The entry and training grade for this cadre. The officer will work under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor. Duties and responsibilities will entail:-

• Taking part in diagnosing, correcting simple faults and determining necessary repairs on vehicle systems;
• Carrying out service and minor repairs of vehicles for compliance with safety standards;
• Taking part in identifying faults;
• Taking part in collecting data on records, information of vehicle maintenance, and inventory of tools;
• Observing safety protocols in the provision of mechanical works in vehicles; and
• Keeping cleanliness in working area and proper disposal of workshop waste.

Requirement for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-

• Government trade test Certificate Grade III in Motor Vehicle Mechanics;

OR

• Apprentice Certificate awarded by the National Industrial Training Authority Training or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

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How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are required to make their applications by completing One (1) application for PSC form (Revised 2016). The form can be downloaded from the Public Service Commission website www.publicservice.go.ke.

Please Note:

• Applicants should STRICTLY submit application for ONE post only.
• Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.
• Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
• The State Department is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
• Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of following documents during interviews:
• National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts;
• It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
• Beware of fraudsters soliciting for bribes from the public while masquerading as Staff of the State Department. The State Department does not charge any fee for job applications, shortlisting, interviews or appointments.

Completed application forms and certified copies of academic and professional certificates should reach;

THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY, STATEDEPARTMENT FOR LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT; MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT; P.O BOX 34188-00100 NAIROBI OR HAND DELIVERED TO KILIMO HOUSE, 2ND FLOOR WING “A” -ROОМ 2- 17 ON OR BEFORE 28TH FEBRUARY, 2026, AT 1700 HRS. EAT

HON.Lest JONATHAN M. MUEKE, CBS
PRINCIPAL SECRETARY
Copy to:
Cabinet secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development