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3. AAH-U Auto Electrician Job in Adjumani, Uganda

Reports to: Workshop Supervisor

Liaises with: Mechanical Workshop staff, Generator Technician, Electricians, Parts Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

Carry out wiring and installations, servicing, repairing and maintenance of diesel and petrol driven generators ranging from 4KVA to 400 KVA units or higher in accordance with manufacturer and machine service schedules.

Repair, maintain generators and electrical accessories. Overhaul and repairs of electrical accessories on engines and other mechanical component.

Write and collate all records of maintenance and repair carried out on each job task for easy verifications and reference in accordance with performance management and donor guidelines.

Prepare a list of items for preventive maintenance and electrical installation and submit to superior for follow up in accordance with agreed work plans and budgets.

Maintain proper use of tools, equipment and proper safe keeping and orderliness of the working area to avoid risk that may cause injury to himself as well as the others in accordance with good working practices and AAH health and safety guidelines.

Carry out motor rewinding of generators, alternators, household appliances and use of correct sizes/gauges/thickness of wires required for the task.

Perform maintenance of office/residence household appliances/equipment such as; heaters, air cooler, pumps, refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, fans, air-conditioning and others.

Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time as requested by your supervisor.

Qualifications

Diploma in Electrical engineering.

License from the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) to carry out domestic and industrial wiring (Trade Test)

At least 1- 3 years’ work experience in a comparable position

Computer literacy / data processing (Word, Excel, Access)

English read / written / Spoken

Understanding of schematic diagrams and lay out of all electrical aspects of generator installation,

Skills and Competencies

Ideally, a knowledge of spoken/written language widely used in the country

Sensitivity in handling and disposing of documents which may be important

Reliable and good organisational skills.

Ability to train subordinates and students in Electrical practices

Contract Duration: 12 months (Renewable subject to availability of funds and positive appraisal)

How to Apply:

Interested persons who meet the above criteria should submit their applications (together with an updated CV) with at least three suitable referees with their telephone contacts, by email only to;

Senior Human Resource & Administration Officer,
Action Africa Help Uganda;
Plot 72 Ntinda Road, P O Box 10501,

Kampala, Uganda.

AT: recruitug@actionafricahelp.org

Please indicate the role you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

Deadline for receiving the applications is: 13/03/2017.

4. AAH-U Generator Technician Job in Uganda

Reports to: Logistics Operation Manager

Liaises with: Workshop Supervisor, Electricians, Auto Electricians, Parts Manager

To performing full operation and maintenance of generators through carrying out preventive maintenance in line with user manuals, donor and AAH guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Determine malfunction of electrical system by visual inspection of equipment in line with trouble shooting guidelines and product user manuals.

Responsible for repair, maintenance of generators and electrical accessories, overhaul engines and carry out routine servicing to the generators (ranging from 4KVA to 400 KVA units) and pumps to check for any signs of crack or loose fittings, leaks, or worn out parts in line with set standards and machine user guidelines.

Conduct daily inspection generators to check battery charge status and hydrometer battery water testing, radiator water, engine lubrication oil level and lead acid testing of lubrication oil, water jacket heater operation and to keep accurate logs and records of all operating parameters.

Regularly change oil and

filters of Engine according to Planned Preventive Maintenance schedules.

Carry out yearly load testing of all generators in line with generator manual guidelines.

Maintain records of maintenance and repair carried out on generators and electrical fittings for easy verification & reference and prepare a list of items for preventive maintenance and electrical installation items in line with user manual guidelines.

Ensure safekeeping and safe working conditions to avoid risk that may cause injury to staff as well as damage to the property and or equipment in line with Workshop safety and security guidelines.

Responsible for motor rewinding of generators, alternators, and use of correct sizes/gauges/thickness of wires required for the task.

Prepare and keep accurate record of all activities and load testing of the generators.

Coordinate with the team to provide a report of the required level of man power and materials for particular work in all projects areas.

Carry out other duties as may be required by the supervisor

Qualifications and Experience:

Two (2) years in any college or from a reputable institution and a well-recognized School or University.

License from the Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) to carry out domestic and industrial wiring (Trade Test)

Three (3) years’ experience working in diesel and petrol engine generators, Plant operation and maintenance.

Experience in the trouble shooting of controls, electrical and all mechanical problems in Diesel Engine Generator Sets.

Knowledge of machine electronic controls for diesel and petrol engine generators.

Understanding schematic diagrams and lay out of all electrical aspects of generator installation, including connecting generator to the electrical systems of the residences and offices.

Skills and Competencies

With good work attitude in dealing with a multi-cultural work force.

Ability to work independently and without asking for any kind of assistance from colleagues especially during emergency work.

Self-reliance and determination to carry out any assigned task.

Fluent in English in both written and spoken.

Ideally, a knowledge of spoken/written language widely used in the country

Sensitivity in handling and disposing of documents which may be important

Attention to detail

Excellent inter-personal and communication skills

A good command of both written and spoken English

Patient, understanding and of a pleasant character

Computer literate with ability to use Microsoft Office

Excellent Management skills

Able to capacity build and develop others

Commitment to the organizational values

Contract Duration: 12 months (Renewable subject to availability of funds and positive appraisal)

How to Apply:

Interested persons who meet the above criteria should submit their applications (together with an updated CV) with at least three suitable referees with their telephone contacts, by email only to;

Senior Human Resource & Administration Officer,
Action Africa Help Uganda;
Plot 72 Ntinda Road, P O Box 10501,

Kampala, Uganda.

AT: recruitug@actionafricahelp.org

Please indicate the role you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

Detailed Job Descriptions of the roles can be viewed through the company website: www.actionafricahelp.org/jobs

Deadline for receiving the applications is: 13/03/2017.


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