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Science Technician Job at Kitale National Polytechnic

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Qualifications for the  Science Technician Job

• KCSE certificate
• KNEC in Science Laboratory Technician certificate from a recognized institution
• Served as a Lab Technician for at least one year (1) preferably in a similar institution
• Be computer literate
• Must be below 35 years

Responsibilities for the Science Technician Job

• Set up and dismantle apparatus and equipment for demonstration and practical lessons, as requested and detailed by teaching staff
• Run trials of experiments prior to classes and then demonstrate techniques for experiments to the trainees to ensure the practical session runs smoothly
• Perform demonstrations and provide technical support to the trainees during the practical
• Maintain laboratory inventory and ensure that all the required equipment and chemicals are available for use when required
• Requisition laboratory consumable to ensure they are replenished in atimely manner to ensure laboratory operations run smoothly
• Maintain safety storage of laboratory chemicals and equipment to prevent incidences of accidents in the laboratory
• Prepare a maintenance schedule for all laboratory equipment for approval by the section head to ensure that all laboratory equipment are in good working condition.
• Ensure safe disposal of laboratory waste as per the occupational safety and health standards
• Observe and ensure health and safety procedures are practiced and enforced and all accidents are reported to the section head.
• Advise the section head on the budgeting requirement for the laboratory to ensure that all the laboratory requirement are factored in the budget t promote smooth trainings
• Maintain all requisite record on the use of various laboratory equipment and chemicals for accountability and future reference
• Segregate non-functional equipment and machine to ensure safety in the laboratory and ensure they are disposed per the safety disposal guideline
• Report any breakdown of equipment to the section head for purposes of decision making on replacements
• Supervise cleaning of the laboratory and equipment therein to ensure efficient operation of the laboratory
• Keep up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments that will save on time and improve reliability

How To Apply

Applicants to the above posts should apply in own handwriting attaching copies of academic professional certificates, testimonials, CV, copy of National ID, Certificate of Good Conduct and day time telephone contact to reach the Principal on or before 14th July 2017 only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kitale National Polytechnic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender and/or disability.

The Principal
Kitale National Polytechnic
P.O Box 2162-30200
Kitale