Driver at Umma University

QUALIFICATION:

• Must have a valid smart Public Service Vehicle Drivers’ License
• Minimum Form Four Certificate.
• Certificate of good conduct  
• Certification of driving by a professional body (AA of Kenya etc.)
• Knowledge of relevant legislations
• Knowledge of safety procedures and processes
• First Aid Skills from a recognized body
• Communication skills and a team player
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work odd hours and days
• Available to travel anywhere at any time

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide transportation services as needed to move persons and goods within and without the University.
• Ensure that motor vehicles are well maintained and that they have all the required documentation and papers, and accessories.
• Drive vehicles to transport materials and other correspondences to and from specified destinations, as designated by the immediate supervisor.
• Drive university bus/van and other official cars to pick or deliver University staff to or from different destinations as required.
• Maintain records of compliance with traffic regulations, such as vehicle logs, vehicle inspection, or records of cargo, in accordance with regulations of the University.
• Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.
• Provide custody to University vehicles and their load while outside of the University.
• Report any motor vehicles mechanical problems and other faults to the immediate supervisor and forward them for repairs and maintenance by the authorized agents/supplier of the University.
• Perform minor repairs on University vehicles, such as changing tires or installing light bulbs, fuses, tire chains, or spark plugs.
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations to the supervisor for the appropriate action within and without the University.
• Ensure safety of passengers/goods in the vehicle and other university goods/property in possession
• Collect and deliver material to required destinations and as per approved procedures.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor