- Job Type Contract
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience
- Location Nyandarua
- Job Field Engineering / Technical 
Plumber at Nyandarua Water & Sanitation Company
Plumber
JOB REFERENCE: NYANDAWAS/CMT/006/2025
Job Purpose
- To install, repair, and maintain water distribution systems, including pipelines, valves, meters, and fittings, ensuring continuous and safe water supply to customers in rural communities.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties /Tasks: –
- Install new water service connections for domestic and institutional customers.
- Repair broken, leaking, or blocked water pipelines.
- Maintain and replace valves, taps, meters, and fittings as required.
- Assist in the construction of pipeline extensions and new water distribution lines.
- Perform routine inspection of pipelines and water installations to detect faults early.
- Respond promptly to reported breakdowns, leakages, or bursts within the distribution network.
- Record and report fieldwork completed, materials used, and any unresolved issues.
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of plumbing tools, equipment, and safety gear.
- Work closely with meter readers and customer care teams during investigations and maintenance visits.
- Provide basic customer education on proper use of water connections and fittings.
- Support efforts to reduce non-revenue water (NRW) through prompt leak detection and repair.
- Follow health and safety procedures while working in the field.
- Participate in emergency response operations such as fixing burst mains or supporting water trucking.
- Assist in the preparation of bills of quantities for plumbing works and material requisitions.
- Maintain good relations with the community and represent the utility professionally on-site.
Job Requirements
- Certificate in Plumbing or Water Engineering.
- Government Trade Test Certificate Grade I in Plumbing, Water Supply Technology, or a related field will be an added advantage.
- A valid motorbike riding license (if required for fieldwork in dispersed rural areas) is an added advantage.
- Practical skills in water plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and pipeline layouts.
- Problem-solving ability in the field with limited supervision.
- Good physical condition and stamina for outdoor, manual work.
- Basic record-keeping and report writing.
- Familiarity with safety standards and the use of protective equipment.
- Team player with a proactive and reliable work ethic.
- Ability to work under pressure, especially during emergencies.
- Basic understanding of rural water systems and community dynamics.
- Have good interpersonal relations and communication skills
- Excellent organization skills.
- Shortlisted Candidates must satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya on Leadership and integrity through provision of; –
- Current certificate of good conduct from Directorate of Criminal Investigation Department.
- Current Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
- A clean and current report from an approved credit reference Bureau (CRB).
- Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
- Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
Method of Application
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
- The appointment will be for a fixed contract term of 3 YEARS renewable subject to satisfactory performance evidenced by continuous achievement of performance targets.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Application packages in a sealed envelope which include a cover letter, detailed CV and certified copies of certificates and testimonials should be sent by post or courier to: –
The Managing Director
Nyandarua Water and Sanitation Company,
P.O. Box 164- 20300,
Nyahururu.
In addition to the Hard copy of the application, a soft copy should be sent to recruitment@nyandaruawater.co.ke before the expiry of the closing date (25 TH July 2025, 17:00 Hours) with the VACANCY NUMBER as the email subject.
Note:
- The Vacancy number should be clearly marked on the left top corner of the outer envelope of the application package.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Canvassing in any way will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Include your current gross remuneration on the cover letter.
CLOSING DATE: (25 TH July 2025, 17:00 Hours)
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