Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintaining, servicing, repairing, calibrating and testing medical, laboratory, radiology, theatre, ICU, renal and other hospital equipment to ensure functionality and safety;
• Carrying out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules for all medical equipment in facilities;
• Inspecting and certifying new medical equipment before commissioning for use;
• Maintaining an up-to-date inventory and database of all medical equipment in the County including condition, service history and location;
• Advising on decommissioning, disposal and replacement of obsolete or unserviceable equipment as per regulations;
• Ensuring adherence to safety standards, quality assurance and Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and regulatory requirements for medical equipment;
• Training clinical staff on proper operation, basic care and safety of medical equipment;
• Preparing requisitions for spare parts, tools and consumables required for equipment maintenance;
• Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports on equipment status, breakdowns and maintenance;
• Collaborating with KEMSA, suppliers and contractors during installation and warranty servicing;
• Ensuring infection prevention and control and occupational safety during maintenance works;
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Have a Diploma in Medical Engineering, Medical Equipment Technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Be registered by the relevant professional body (where applicable);
• Experience with imaging equipment (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT-Scan), theatre equipment, dialysis machines and ICU equipment is an added advantage;
• Have at least one (1) year working experience as a Medical Engineering Technologist in a busy hospital will be an added advantage;
• Demonstrate good knowledge in medical equipment technology, electronics, troubleshooting and calibration;
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

Applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed

• Curriculum Vitae,
• Academic and Professional certificates,
• Testimonials,
• PIN Certificate,
• National Identity Card or Passport and
• Any other supporting documents.

The Secretary

County Public Service Board

P O Box 260 – 10304

KUTUS

Prospective candidates are encouraged to apply online using the County Public Service Board website: cpsb.kirinyaga.go.ke ON OR BEFORE MIDNIGHT OF TUESDAY, 8^TH SEPTEMBER 2026.

NB: HAND DELIVERED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Successful candidates shall be required to provide clearances and attach copies or evidence thereof of the updated documents below.

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity cards, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, clearance and other relevant documents in support of their applications.

NOTE

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Women and persons living with disabilities who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.

Salary and benefits attached to these posts are as per the guidelines by Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

The Kirinyaga County Government is an equal opportunity employer.

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