Field Technician
Kampala,Uganda * Full-time
Evidence Action
Category: Engineering
Total Positions:
Location: Kampala,Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 8 months ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conduct in-field and office chlorine dispenser hardware retrofits i.e. casings, tanks and valve repairs to reduce costs incurred on dispenser hardware
• Undertake dispenser re-installations and maintenance in a timely and quality manner
• Collect and send dispenser upgrade data for very dispenser repair, maintenance and re-installation undertaken
• Regular support and updating of engineering team and the Area Coordinator on the issues that are experienced in the field after undertaking chlorine dispenser hardware spot checks and maintenance
• Regularly update the area coordinator and engineering team on the status of the various dispenser parts especially during the trial test of chlorine dispenser hardware
• Tracking of chlorine dispenser hardware that Safe Water Now tests in the field, by maintain all records of the same and sharing regular progress reports to the area coordinator
• Support in the assembly of new hardware as requested
• Maintain hardware inventory for all the dispenser parts and dispenser repair/retrofit tools within their office/hub and advice team on new order needs
• Advise and update the field teams on any new developments/improvements/innovations from the engineering and vice versa
• Engaging community and the local stakeholders for sensitization and messaging on dispenser usage to ensure chlorine dispenser security and dispenser vandalism cases
• Support implementation of ongoing activities within field offices/hub/satellites e.g. chlorine deliveries, quality data collection and submission and hardware maintenance
• Manage, train, Supervise, mentor, shadow and coach community service assistants in the execution of their duties
• Utilize/manage well any funds allocated to them for facilitating field work or engineering activities in line with the finance policy
• Effectively use any allocated motorcycles with close attention on maintenance and repair costs
• Developing weekly work plans and reports for field activities
• Support on conducting back checks for the ongoing activities (both physical and phone back checks)
• Other duties and responsibilities as guided by the Supervisor.
• Key Performance Indicators:
• Chlorine device functionality rates
• Chlorine dispenser issues reported and resolved/addressed within 48 hours of reporting.
• Timely and quality data collection, submission and tracking
• Number of coaching sessions conducted and verifiable impact on performance of Community Service Assistants
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Certificate or diploma in Plumbing, Water Engineering, or related technical field
• Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE/UBTEB from a recognised Vocational School)
• 1-2 years of experience working with communities or social enterprises/NGOs
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in water supply system plumbing, preferably in rural or community settings
• Experience with chlorination systems, dosing equipment, or water treatment devices is an added advantage
• Basic knowledge of water quality testing methods
• Ability to read and interpret plumbing diagrams and technical specifications
• Stock management experience/qualifications are an added advantage
• Computer literacy
• Motorcycle riding experience is A MUST with a valid driving license (Class A) from a recognized driving school
• Fluency in English, Lugisu, and Lusoga. Proficiency in other local languages is an added advantage
• Required Competencies and Attributes:
• Excellent communication skills and good public relations
• High level discipline and good character while engaging with the community and their leaders, program teams and managers
• Community service attitude/ passion to work in a rural community setting
• High level of integrity and stewardship
• Embraces team work and enjoys working in a team work environment as a team champion
• Good computer, data entry and management skills
• Positive attitude to work and to develop in a fast paced work environment
• Basic plumbing and pipe fitting skills and experience
• Working conditions
• The Field Technician position is primarily a field based position involving working in the field 90% of the time. This involves maneuvering in rural setting terrains with chlorine dispenser/ILC device repair and maintenance tools by motorcycle.
HOW TO APPLY
Please follow the application instructions provided in the full job description above.
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