Ref: TVO/06/2023/002
GENERAL PURPOSE

To undertake routine checks of pumps and plan the schedule of pump operation

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Undertake daily checks of pump, control panel, sump and rising main as prescribed in operation manual before staring the pump record and submit report
Daily start and stop pump(s) according to the approved operation schedule, record timings and submit report
Routine checkup of pumping system as per operation manual record and submit monthly report.
Daily morning check and report of water meter inflows(production), watermeter outflows (distribution), water levels in storage tank and inlet and outletpipeline water pressure
Daily operation of rationing and control valves as per approved rationingprogramme record and submit report.
Routine inspection and reporting of bulk water meters, water tanks, pipes,washouts and valves for leaks, bursts and no water.
Operate and maintain water works, air valves, inlet, outlet, washout and scourvalves record and submit report.
Promptly record and report in a prescribed format observed anomalies in thepumping system.
Promptly record and report in a prescribed format observed security issues andany other challenges.
Undertake mixing and dosing of water treatment chemicals into the water at the dosing units, water sump and water storage tanks in the approved quantities as shall be instructed.
Record and submit report on chemicals received, used and the quantities remaining.
Undertake chemical tests and chlorine residual test and determine chemical dosage record and submit report
Check and ensure water is treated before distribution record and submit report
Ensure, operationalize and observe approved occupational safety and healthy rules and guidelines reporting any breach to head of human resource department through human resource officer.
Prepare and submit ad-hoc and or monthly, quarterly and annual reports submit to your supervisor for management decision.

Personal Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

A minimum of a KCSE or at least three (3) years of relevant work experience
Good communication, organization and time management skills
Good interpersonal skills to work in a team