Maintenance Officer (Electrical Option) at Rapid Rentals Limited

Job Summary

• As a Maintenance Officer- Electrical at Rapid Rentals, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical systems and equipment. 
• You are to ensure that all electrical installations and machinery are safe, functional, and efficient. 
• You will also be involved in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting, and on-site support to minimize downtime and ensure smooth operations.

General Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.
• Collaborate with other maintenance staff and departments to ensure efficient operations.
• Manage and supervise electrical maintenance projects.
• Ensure the availability of necessary tools, equipment, and materials.
• Implement and maintain safety procedures and protocols.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other staff members.
• Operate and maintain power generation systems, including load testing and optimization.
• Manage electrical spare parts and inventory.

Core Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular inspections of generators and associated electrical equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on generator installations.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults on-site and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Install and set up generators and electrical distribution systems according to specifications and safety standards at sites.
• Repair and replace faulty electrical components in generators and related equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics for generator systems.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations, particular regarding temporary power installations.

Key Peformance Indicators (KPIs)

• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): Measures the average time between generator failures.
• Mean Time To Repair (MTTR): Measures the average time it takes to repair rental generators.
• Downtime Reduction: Measures the reduction in downtime of generators at sites.
• Preventive Maintenance Compliance: Measures the percentage of scheduled preventive maintenance tasks completed on time.
• Emergency Repair Response Time: Measures the time taken to respond to emergency electrical repair requests at sites.
• Customer Satisfaction Rating: Measures customer satisfaction with the performance and reliability of generators.
• Generator Availability Rate: Measures the percentage of time generators are operational and available for rent.
• Safety Compliance Rate: Measures adherence to electrical safety standards and regulations during installation, operation, and maintenance of generators.

Requirements
Key Skills and Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 3-4 years of experience in electrical maintenance, preferably with generator systems
• Valid electrician certification.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, components, and equipment, with a focus on power generator equipment’
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical diagrams and schematics for generator systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve issues under pressure.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulations, including those related to temporary power installations.
• Ability to use electrical testing equipment and tools.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical information to non-technical users.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and protocols, particularly for working with generators and electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with power generator system, load testing, paralleling is an added advantage.