Maintenance Technician Job Chuka University, Tharaka Nithi, Kenya

(1 Post) – Job Reference: CU/ADM/HR/02/2026

Job Grade: V

Terms of Service: One (1) Year Contract

Reports to: Production Officer.

Job Purpose: To ensure the efficient operation, maintenance, and reliability of dairy processing machinery and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of plant machinery and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Undertake routine servicing and calibration of processing equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records and prepare maintenance reports.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
• Recommend measures for improving equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Perform any other duties lawfully assigned by the supervisor.

Academic and Professional Requirements

The ideal candidate must possess:

• A Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized in Kenya.
• At least three (3) years’ relevant work experience in a similar position within a dairy or food processing firm.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Competencies and Skills

• Technical and troubleshooting skills.
• Analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Teamwork and integrity.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit:

• An application letter clearly indicating the Job Reference Number and the Position Applied for;
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with the names, postal addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three (3) professional referees;
• Certified copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts;
• Acopy of the National Identity Card or valid Passport; and
• Any other relevant supporting documents.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Vice-Chancellor

Chuka University
P.O. Box 109-60400
CHUKA

Applications must be received by the undersigned on or before Friday, 21″” August, 2026, at 5.00 p.m. Late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing in any form shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Chuka University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Persons with Disabilities, marginalized and minority groups are encouraged to apply.