Vihiga County whose headquarters is in Mbale is Located in the Western Region of Kenya. It boarders Nandi to the East, Kisumu County to the South, Siaya County to the West and KAKAMEGA County to the North. It is one of the four Counties in the former Western Province. Vihiga County has five Constituencies; Luanda, Emuhaya, Hamisi, Sabatia and Vihiga. The County’s population stands at 612,000.

Duties and responsibilities

• Operating heavy earth moving equipment of different ratings as authorized;
• Keeping monthly records of services of the plants;
• Preparing monthly and weekly service schedules and ensuring they are followed;
• Standard daily inspection of the plant being operated before and after use, and recording the same;
• Reporting any defect on the machines;
• Liaising with the officer in charge for major repairs.

Requirements for Appointment

• Served in the grade of Plant Operator III or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service for at least three (3) years;
• Passed occupation trade test III for plant operators;
• Ability to operate at least two machines of ‘difficult rating’ B;
• KCSE Mean Grade D Plain or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution,
• A valid driving license (special class).

Salary scale: The salary, allowances and other benefits attached to this position as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable