Handyman Plumber and General job in Diani, South Coast, Kenya (KES 18K-25k a month) at Tayari.live and Upani in Diani

Upani Homes http://upanidiani.com, is a hospitality company that runs a bed and breakfast located in Diani, South Coast, Kenya and is expanding to other locations in the next 12 months. We are seeking to fill the above vacancy. This is an opportunity for a dynamic, ambitious and dependable individual to grow with a growing company.

We seek to hire a Handyman. Reporting to the Property Manager.

Jobs Duties & Responsibilities

The job holder will be required to lay out, build, test and troubleshoot plumbing, electronic and electrical components, masonry equipment and units on site. In addition, the function entails preparation of repair and maintenance schedules in house and other facilities and projects

Job Responsibilities

·      Routine checks of Plumbing, Electrical and other equipment;

·      Fixing simple plumbing isues, electrical gadgets and installations for maintenance in buildings;

·      Monitoring and maintenance of generators..

·      Repairs and Maintenance of electric systems.

·      Assemble plumbing, electronic systems based on established technical specifications and ensure that correlating repair and maintenance needs are fulfilled.

·      Create cable and wiring connections in a safe and accurate manner, and perform regular inspections to identify defects and replacements.

·   Construction of plumbing, electrical and carpentry systems in the Authority’s minor projects.

Qualifications for the Job

·      Government Trade Test Grade II/Artisan Course / Craft II (KNEC)/Technician I in Electrical & Electronics (power option).

·      Served in the grade of Artisan or in a comparable and relevant position for at least three (3) years;

·      O-Level Certificate with a minimum of D Plain

Must possess professional hands-on experience and skills in at least 3 of the following requirements; 

• Carpentry, joinery, partitioning and all household fittings and repairs, wood machines operations
• Upholstery and fittings
• All General Plumbing and pipe fitting works
• Brick lying works / Masonry
• Electrical works
• Professional Painting

Terms of employment

You will be paid a monthly wage of Kshs 18,000-25,000 based on experience.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Other qualifications

Age between 28-39 years

Excellent driving skills are an added advantage

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Able to do presentations effectively

Proactive, confident, ambitious and focused

A team player

Have good organizational skills

N.B: Give at least two references of clients that you have worked for;

How to Apply:

If you believe that your skills match the position, please apply by clicking “Apply”. You will be required to answer some questions in order to submit your application, applications with unanswered questions or that do not follow the instructions set out will be disqualified.

Only candidates that make it to the next stage of recruitment will be contacted.

The advertisement will remain open until the position is filled.