Technician II – Civil/Structural Engineering Job Kirinyaga University

Technician II – Civil/Structural Engineering Job

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collecting and preparing teaching materials;
• Keeping and Maintenance of laboratory records (chemicals, plastic and glassware, equipment and other consumables);
• Conducting laboratory practicals and demonstrations to undergraduates;
• Ensuring laboratory equipment are kept in good order;
• Collecting, preparing and setting up machines and equipment;
• Ensuring laboratory machines and equipment are serviced, repaired, tested and maintained;
• Supervising and training of junior laboratory staff, students and attachees engaged in laboratory work;
• Ensuring safe use and disposal of chemicals and laboratory waste;
• Receiving, processing and analyzing samples;
• Oversee the cleaning and maintenance of the laboratory / workshop equipment, including recalibration of equipment;
• Supervising assigned laboratory staff; and
• Participating in research projects.

Requirements

• Diploma in the relevant field from recognized institution
• Three (3) years’ experience as a Technical Assistant II
• Computer literacy

How to Apply

Applicants must submit five (5) copies of applications giving details of the educational and professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address. Enclose certified copies of certificates and testimonials giving names and addresses of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and areas of specialization, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and a copy of most recent letter of appointment

Interested applicants should send the applications to the undersigned, quoting the reference number for the job applied for so as to be received on or before 21st August, 2025.

THE VICE CHANCELLOR
KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY
P. O. BOX 143-10300