Artisan Technician (Painter)

ADVERT NO: GaU/HR/EA/8/23: ARTISAN TECHNICIAN (PAINTER) - ONE (1) POSITION

• We are looking for a qualified Painter to paint the interior and exterior of structures, buildings and other surfaces in the university, particularly construction, repairs and maintenance sites on casual terms.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Read blueprints/instructions and examine surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary
• Make on-site preparations such as building scaffolding, covering fixtures etc.
• Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint etc.
• Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g. plaster)
• Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right colour or texture
• Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools and apply varnish and other finishes
• Calculate costs and negotiate prices

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT: -

For appointment to this position, a candidate must possess the following qualifications and competencies: -

• KCSE D+ or equivalent.
• Passed Government Trade Tests I or Craft II Certificate in the relevant Trade
• Three (3) years relevant work experience.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in previous work experience. 

Interested applicants should download the application form for employment from the university website www.gau.ac.ke and complete all sections of the form.
Applicants must attach the following documents to the application form: -

• Academic and professional certificates
• A copy of the national ID card
• Any other relevant testimonials

Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked at the top “Application for the position of……” and mailed OR delivered to:
THE VICE CHANCELLOR
GARISSA UNIVERSITY
PO BOX 1801-70100
GARISSA
Or can be emailed to:
[email protected]

Garissa University is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Youth, Women, Marginalized groups and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applications should be received at the office of the Vice Chancellor not later than Monday, 28th August 2023 at 5.00pm. Incomplete and late applications will NOT be accepted.
NOTE:
It is a criminal offence to provide false information and documents in the job applications. The University shall take appropriate action on any applicant who shall be found to have presented false information and/ or documents