Senior Field Service Technician

GivePower is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to oversee the maintenance and optimization of solar water farms. Responsibilities include supervising junior technicians, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining equipment records. Candidates should have a diploma in a relevant field, at least 4 years of experience in field service, and the ability to lead technical teams. The position offers a salary range of 140,000 - 160,000 Kes.
• WHO WE ARE

GivePower’s mission is to electrify the world with clean energy and provide greater health, economic and educational opportunities. We are a social enterprise that serves developing communities with critical services at an affordable price. We build and operate innovative solar-powered technology that improves water access, food production, education, and conservation.

Our growing team is made up of passionate, creative problem-solvers who value community, vision, and impact. If you crave an opportunity to meaningfully improve the lives of those in need, come join the charge!
• YOUR ROLE

As a Senior Field Service Technician, you will be responsible for leading the maintenance, repair, and performance optimization of GivePower’s solar water farms assigned to you. You will ensure that all equipment operates safely and efficiently, provide technical guidance to junior technicians, and support field operations through timely troubleshooting and preventive maintenance interventions.
• Key Responsibilities
• Provide technical supervision of maintenance and repair works handled by the Junior Field Service technicians
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of boreholes, injection wells, soak pits, and associated equipment
• Implement preventative and curative maintenance schedules
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues escalated by the Junior Field Service technicians
• Ensure all maintenance activities at allocated sites comply with industry standards and safety regulations
• Provide technical support and guidance to the site teams and the Junior Field Service Technicians
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities at assigned sites through the company's CMMS
• Periodically inspect and sign off on major repairs done by Junior Field Service technicians
• Monitor and provide water quality control, in compliance with KEBS
• Submit regular maintenance reports to the Workshop Manager
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and system reliability enhancement
• Other duties as assigned
• Qualifications and Experience
• Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, Water Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related technical field
• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in field service or technical maintenance of solar or water systems
• Valid EPRA T1/T2 certification (Required)
• Experience in supervising technical teams or field technicians
• Technical experience in plumbing, electrical, and water systems
• Core Competencies*
• Leadership and team coordination
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Strong safety orientation
• Effective communication and reporting
• Planning and prioritization

Salary Range: 140,000 - 160,000 Kes. depending on experience

GivePower is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by Kenyan laws and regulations.