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Vacancy title:
Electrical Technician

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Engineering Services, Category: Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Zembo

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, August 3 2025

Duty Station:
kampala | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 30 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Zembo is hiring an Electrical Technician to support the installation and basic maintenance of Zembo’s charging cabinets, power distribution units, and related infrastructure on-site. The electrician will handle the physical setup, electrical connections, and replacement of key components, while applying safe practices and supporting routine operations to ensure stable field performance of Zembo systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Installations & Maintenance
  • Carry out basic electrical wiring and installation of components inside charging cabinets and stations.
  • Install charging cabinets, PDUs, and power components at Zembo field stations.
  • Connect units to mains or solar power according to installation guidelines.
  • Perform first-level troubleshooting and component replacement on-site.
  • Conduct visual checks and basic electrical measurements before commissioning.
  • Respect safety measures during field work and battery handling.
  • Carry out all electrical maintenance at stations and offices.
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• Quality Control
  • Support final-stage inspection of wiring and connections in newly assembled units.
  • Report installation issues or deviations from the layout.
  • Support verification of correct wiring at the installation site.
  • Log observations and help improve installation procedures.
  • Follow checklists during maintenance tasks and report any non-conformities.
• Technical Monitoring & Documentation
  • Read and interpret basic wiring diagrams or installation guides.
  • Maintain a basic log of installation work done and issues encountered.
  • Provide site feedback to technical leads.
  • Assist in keeping safety documentation up to date on-site.
  • Record maintenance actions and wiring work in technical logs or forms.
  • Keep tools and workstations clean and organized.

Requirements

• Diploma from a recognized Ugandan Technical Institute (UBTEB / UNEB) in Electrical Installation, Industrial Electricity.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in electrical works, ideally including installation and maintenance of electrical systems in industrial or commercial settings.
• Skilled in installing and connecting industrial machines, power supply lines, and distribution boards, and performing safe work in high-current and high-voltage contexts.
• Ability to read basic wiring diagrams and follow technical instructions for safe and compliant installations.
• Comfortable working on-site, sometimes under time constraints or in urgent maintenance conditions.
• Committed to safety rules, with hands-on experience applying lock-out/tag-out procedures, circuit isolation, and protective equipment.
• Able to communicate clearly with supervisors and fill out maintenance or installation reports in technical English.
• Experience in solar, battery systems, or electric mobility is a plus.
• Experience in 3-phase (415V) supply and installations.
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Why Zembo

At Zembo, we are redefining 2-wheel mobility commerce in Africa with a mission-driven, client-focused and technology-powered approach. Hereʼs why youʼll love working with us:

• Impactful Mission: Empower thousands of motorcycle businesses by delivering solutions rooted in Ease, Value, Transparency, and Integrity.
• Client-Centric Focus: Put clients at the heart of everything we do, ensuring they succeed with safe, affordable, and high-quality products.
• Culture of Excellence: Work with a team that values craftsmanship, continuous learning, and delivering top-notch results.
• Innovative Environment: Tackle challenges creatively and contribute to solutions that shape the future of mobility.
• Collaborative Team: Join a humble, diverse, and inclusive team where every voice is valued, and success is shared.
• Resilient Leadership: Work with leaders who inspire, empower, and guide teams to achieve bold goals.

Zembo Electric Motorcycles SMC Ltd offers a fun, supportive work environment and opportunities for continued professional growth within a fast-growing global enterprise. It is an Equal Opportunity and considers all applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, HIV/Aids, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: associate degree

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