Artisan III (Plumbing)

The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) is a state corporation established to regulate, develop, and promote scheduled crops value chains for increased economic growth. This Artisan III (Plumbing) position is an entry-level grade for certificate holders, where the officer works under the guidance of a senior officer to maintain and install essential water and drainage systems within the Authority's infrastructure.\n\n### Duties and Responsibilities\n- Installing and maintaining water supply and drainage systems.\n- Undertaking routine inspections of plumbing and drainage systems, identifying and diagnosing plumbing problems using appropriate tools and techniques.\n- Locating and repairing water supply lines and fixing leaks and clogs.\n- Repairing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, and other related units.\n- Installing and maintaining gas and liquid heating systems, including air conditioning units and radiators.\n- Installing waste disposal and sanitary systems with well-functioning Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) systems.\n- Participating during the construction, renovation, or repairs of Authority buildings.\n- Preparing plumbing budgets and cost estimates for installation and repair works.\n- Assessing Authority buildings to ensure adherence to all plumbing building codes and regulations.\n\n### Person Specifications and Requirements\nTo be considered for this role, candidates must possess:\n- A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade D+ (D plus) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.\n- A Government Trade Test Certificate Grade I in Plumbing or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.\n- Proficiency in computer applications.\n\n### Statutory Compliance Requirements\nShortlisted candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by providing:\n- Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).\n- Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).\n- Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).\n- Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).\n- Report from an Approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).\n- Clearance from the Commission for University Education (for degrees obtained outside Kenya).\n\n### How to Apply\nIf you meet the relevant criteria, please submit your application including copies of your academic and professional certificates, testimonials, and a detailed curriculum vitae. Your CV should include your current position, email, and telephone contacts of three (3) referees familiar with your qualifications.\n\n\n1. Send the application letter and all accompanying documents as one PDF attachment to .\n2. Submit a sealed envelope marked “Recruitment - Artisan III (Plumbing)” to:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplications must be received no later than .