Electrical Technician

Purpose of the role

To design, install, supervise, test, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems and infrastructure for commercial, industrial, institutional, and ICT-related

projects. The Electrical technician is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, energy- efficient, and compliant electrical installations that meet customer requirements, approved technical specifications, project budgets and applicable electrical standards and regulations

Key Job Accountabilities

Site Surveys and Technical Assessment

Conduct site surveys to assess electrical requirements, existing installations and power availability.

Inspect electrical distribution systems, wiring, switchgear, lighting, earthing and backup power infrastructure.

Identify electrical capacity needs, installation constraints and safety risks.

Assess power requirements for ICT, data centres, CCTV and other electronic systems.

Electrical Design and Engineering

Develop electrical layouts, schematics, single-line diagrams and technical specifications.

Design power distribution, lighting, earthing and protection systems.

Calculate electrical loads, cable sizes, voltage drops and circuit protection requirements.

Prepare BOQs, material schedules and cost estimates while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Electrical Installation and Implementation

Supervise electrical installations, including wiring, cabling, conduits, distribution boards and switchgear.

Install power outlets, lighting, circuit breakers and dedicated power supplies for ICT and security systems.

Coordinate installation teams and ensure compliance with approved designs and safety standards.

Power Backup and Energy Systems

Install, configure and maintain UPS systems, batteries, generators and power distribution units.

Assess backup power requirements and support generator changeover and automatic transfer systems.

Monitor backup power performance and recommend energy-efficient solutions and upgrades.

Testing and Commissioning

Conduct electrical inspections and tests, including insulation, continuity and earth resistance testing.

Test and commission electrical panels, UPS systems, generators and lighting installations.

Identify and rectify faults before handover and prepare commissioning reports.

Maintenance and Technical Support

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical installations and equipment.

Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, power interruptions and equipment failures.

Recommend system improvements, repairs and upgrades to enhance reliability and safety.

Power Quality and Energy Efficiency

Monitor power quality, voltage fluctuations, harmonics and phase balancing.

Recommend solutions for energy efficiency, surge protection and power management.

Ensure reliable power supply to critical ICT and electronic infrastructure.

Project Management and Coordination

Coordinate electrical projects with ICT teams, contractors, suppliers and project managers.

Support project planning, procurement, resource allocation and installation scheduling.

Monitor project timelines, budgets, quality and installation standards.

Technical Documentation and Reporting

Prepare electrical drawings, load schedules, cable schedules and technical specifications.

Maintain installation, inspection, testing and maintenance records.

Prepare site reports, as-built drawings, commissioning reports and handover documents.

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Ensure electrical works comply with applicable engineering standards and safety regulations.

Implement safe isolation procedures, LOTO and appropriate PPE requirements.

Identify electrical hazards and ensure proper earthing, bonding and circuit protection.

Ensure compliance with local electrical licensing and inspection requirements.

Electrical projects completed within agreed timelines and budgets.

Quality and accuracy of electrical installations against approved designs and specifications.

Successful completion of electrical testing and commissioning on first submission.

Compliance rate with applicable electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Number of electrical installation defects, safety incidents and recurring faults.

Response and resolution time for electrical maintenance and customer support requests.

Reliability and availability of electrical and backup power systems.

Completion rate of scheduled preventive maintenance activities.

Accuracy and completeness of electrical drawings, load schedules, test reports and as-built documentation.

Customer satisfaction with electrical installations and technical support.

Effective management of electrical materials, tools, equipment and project resources.

Improvements achieved in energy efficiency, power reliability and reduction of avoidable electrical failures.

Key Performance Indicators

Work experience & Technical Proficiency

2–4 years of experience in electrical engineering, installations, power distribution or electrical project implementation.

Practical experience in electrical design, installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance.

Experience with distribution boards, switchgear, circuit breakers, cabling, lighting and power systems.

Knowledge of UPS systems, generators, battery banks and backup power solutions.

Experience in site surveys, load assessments, cable sizing and BOQ preparation.

Ability to use electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.

Experience supporting ICT infrastructure, data centres, telecommunication or security systems is an added advantage.

Experience supervising technicians, electricians and contractors.

Ability to prepare electrical drawings, technical reports and commissioning documentation.

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Send your CV and Cover letter to: Hr@xemay.co.ke

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