Equipment Operator I at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

DUTIES:

Successful candidate will among other things perform the following duties: 

• Carry out daily operation of all powerhouse equipment and receive AGO.
• Operate and maintain both mechanical and electrical equipment in powerhouse such as generators, high voltage panels, ring main unit, tipping units, batteries, high voltage underground cables, high and low voltage circuit breakers.
• Assist powerhouse mechanics in carrying out repairs on all mechanical equipment’s in charge of powerhouse.
• Carry out general maintenance of all electrical equipment and installations.
• Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION:

•  National Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing similar or related role in a well-structured organization. 

COMPETENCIES:

The ideal candidate must have:

• Good knowledge of powerhouse operations and equipment’s.
• Ability to work outside normal working hours when needs arise.