Fire Engine Driver Job Makueni CPSB, Makueni, Kenya

Duties and Responsibilities;

This is the entry and training grade into the Drivers cadre. Duties and responsibilities will involve:- driving a motor vehicle as authorized, carrying out routine checks on the vehicles cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure, etc; detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems; maintenance of work tickets assigned; ensuring security of the vehicle on and off the road; safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.

Requirements for Appointment;

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

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D plain or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• A valid driving licence (Class BCE) free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) an officer is required to drive;
• Attended a pump operator or Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) from a recognized institution
• Attended a First Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St John Ambulance or Kenya Insitute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
• Passed Suitability Test for Driver Grade III;
• Passed Practical Test for Drivers conducted by the respective ministry/department;
• A valid Police Clearance by the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI); and
• At least two (2) years driving experience with at least one year with an emergency vehicle.
• Candidates who have attended a fire management/firefighting technology course will have an added advantage.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Board’s website: www.makuenipsb.go.ke or the jobs portal: http://kazi.makuenipsb.go.ke/jobs/

Please Note:

• 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 the closure of the advert should not be included;
• Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted and their names published
• on the Board’s website;
• Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, transcripts and testimonials during
• interviews;
• Academic qualifications obtained from foreign universities MUST be accompanied by
• letter of recognition or equivalent of qualifications from the Commission of University Education (CUE);
• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification;
• It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents;
• The Makueni County Government is an equal Opportunity Employer; Youth, Women, Persons with Disabilities and other disadvantaged persons are encouraged to apply;
• Affirmative action as stipulated in the Constitution shall be applied;
• Beware of fraudsters soliciting bribes from the public while masquerading as Board staff. The Board does not charge any fees for job applications, shortlisting, interviews or appointments. Payment of any form of fee will lead to automatic disqualification; and
• Applications should reach the Board on or before 5:00 pm. on Wednesday, 19^th August 2026