Job Requirements

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D (Plain) or its equivalent from a recognized institution
• A valid driving license free from any current endorsements for classes of vehicles an officer is required to drive
• Passed suitability test for driver grade III
• Attended a first Aid certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week at St. Johns Ambulance, Kenya Red Cross Society or Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technologies (KIHBT) or other recognized institutions
• Valid certificate of good conduct
• Valid Emergency Medical Technician certificate
• Driving experience for more than two (2) years
• Two-year experience as an ambulance operator will be an added advantage
• Additional qualification within the medical field will be an added advantage
• Certificate in emergency vehicle operation

Job Description

• Involves driving ambulances as authorized, carrying out routine checks on vehicle cooling, oil, electrical and brakes system, detecting and reporting malfunctions of vehicle systems, maintaining work tickets while ensuring safety of the Ambulance on and off the road, safety of passengers and cleanliness of the ambulance at all times
• Maintain the ambulance and assigned equipment in the most efficient operating condition
• Ensure timely and safe patient rescue and evacuation
• Assist doctors or paramedics in patient care during rescue and evacuation
• Proper incident command while on rescue mission
• Ensure ambulance is in proper mechanical condition and is well stocked with commodities by performing daily unit checklist before and after every shift
• Perform any other duties within the scope of this position