Electric Bus Junior Mechanic

About BasiGo

BasiGo is a pioneering e-mobility start-up headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with operations in Rwanda, driving a transformation in Africa’s public transportation. We’re providing electric buses as a sustainable, cost-effective alternative to diesel options, reshaping mobility for a greener future. At the heart of BasiGo’s innovation is our Pay-As-You-Drive model, making electric bus ownership and operation accessible and affordable for private sector operators across Africa.

You might like this job if:

• You believe electric transportation is the future and want to make it a reality
• You enjoy the operational challenges of introducing new reliable and sustainable power systems
• You’re able to take a risk on something new, thrive in ambiguity, and can adapt to change
• You want to create a cleaner, safer, and technologically advanced future for African cities.
• You want to roll up your sleeve and get the job done

Roles & Responsibilities:

 Under direct supervision,

• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Electric buses in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations, statutory requirements and BasiGo policy and procedures.
• Diagnoses and repairs electric bus transmission systems, steering, suspension, shafts, differentials and motors
• Performs brake system performance tests and diagnostics, relines brakes, and replaces valves, switches, hardware, slack adjusters and other foundation brake parts and components.
• Repairs motor and battery cooling system and components including replacing radiators, cooling fan, hydraulic fan drive system components, thermostats, water pumps, belts, hoses and other related cooling system components.
• Diagnoses irregular tire wear patterns and determines cause, repairs tires, including mounting new tires and the rotation of tire positions to maximize the service life of tires.
• Performs minor body work (i.e. repair and replacement of bumpers, panels, doors, hinges, and pneumatics).
• Identifies and reports any additional maintenance and/or repairs found necessary in conducting assigned repairs and maintenance including repairs and maintenance required to be performed by Engineers with a higher qualification level
• Suggest methods, processes, and tools to continuously improve the efficiency and quality of BasiGo’s service.
• Diligently records time spent, parts used and repairs and/or maintenance conducted on appropriate company form(s).
• Commit to working safely based on OSHA and BasiGo standards to avoid personal injuries.
• Maintains a safe, clean, productive and efficient work area including ensuring the work area is in compliance with all relevant guidelines and requirements as well as BasiGo standards.
• Any other reasonable duties as may be assigned

Our ideal candidate would have:

• College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/ Automotive Engineering or equivalent
• Hands-on experience in either electrical, mechanical, or other related field service experience; experience with electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
• Strong technical capabilities
• Able to work flexible hours (day and night shift)
• Strong team player who is ready to collaborate and achieve the best result for the team!

Skills and attitude

• Enterprising, self-starter who is adaptable to the changing needs of a start-up business.
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, diligent, and able to operate independently with limited supervision
• Demonstrated ability to learn new automotive technologies and systems.
• General knowledge of charging, automotive, and/or vehicle systems
• Good driving record demonstrating the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle is required.  
• Physical and Environmental Demands include but not limited to the following: lifting, bending, climbing, kneeling, reaching, sitting, standing, working from ladders, walking, working in extreme temperatures (cold/heat), confined quarters, excessive noise, and high voltage