Job Description
DRIVER, JOB GRADE “J” UGCASB 4 (2 Posts)
a) Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities at this level entail:
i). Driving vehicles as authorized;
ii). Carrying out routine checks on the vehicles cooling oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre, pressure etc;
iii). Detecting malfunctioning of vehicles system;
iv). Maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned;
v). ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on and off the road;
vi). Overseeing safety of the passengers and/ or goods therein;
vii). Maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle; and
viii). Ensuring adherence to or observations of traffic laws.
(b)Requirement for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -
The following are the minimum qualifications for this cadre: -
i. KCSE D plain or its equivalent;
ii. Must have Served as a Driver for a minimum period of three (3) years;
iii. Valid driving license free from any current endorsements and valid for any of the classes of vehicles which the officer is required to drive;
iv. Defensive driving certificate from Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
v. Passed the Suitability Test for Drivers Grade III;
vi. First -Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution.
vii. Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.