• Operate all heavy equipment in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
• Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored
• Advise the Public Works Foreman of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Participate in routine maintenance
• Practice workplace safety

The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Truck and equipment safety
• Water, sewer and garbage truck operation
• Equipment maintenance and storage
• Workplace safety requirements and procedures
• Record keeping system
• Equipment cleaning standards and procedures

• Ability to operate single axel trucks in a safe and responsible manner
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Client service and public interaction skills
• Team building
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily records
• Stress management skills
• Time management skills

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) certificate or equivalent qualification from a recognised Institution.
• Possess a valid driving license with current endorsements for class(es) of machine(s) that one may be required to operate
• Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week
• A valid certificate of good conduct
• At least three 2 years in a similar setup