KIBU/ADM/14/2024

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (Plus) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• A valid driving license free from any Current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle (s) an officer is required to drive;
• Served in the grade of Driver II Grade AD 3 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Passed the Occupational Trade Test Grade II;
• Public Service Vehicle (PSV) certificate;
• Defensive driving certificate from Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• A refresher courses for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week every three (3) years from a recognized institution;
• A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
• Attended a First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from a recognized institution; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability in driving and maintenance of vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Driving a motor-vehicle as authorized;
• Carrying out minor mechanical repairs;
• Security of the vehicle on and off the road;
• Safety of passengers and /or goods therein;
• Maintaining cleanliness of the assigned vehicles and carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and break systems, tyre pressure;
• Carrying out minor repairs including oiling and greasing;
• Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems;
• Maintenance of work tickets for vehicle assigned;
• Ensuring the vehicle has the necessary documentation; and
• Ensuring the vehicle has relevant repair tools and serviced on time