JOB DESCRIPTION
To construct, maintain, and repair overhead power lines and underground cables, ensuring the reliability and safety of electricity distribution networks.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Erect and maintain poles, towers, and line hardware.
- Joint and terminate low and medium-voltage underground cables.
- Perform live-line and dead-line maintenance on overhead conductors.
- Diagnose and repair faults on distribution networks.
- Strictly adhere to safety procedures, including working at heights and using personal protective equipment (PPE).
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Crafts Certificate in Lines or Cable Jointing from a TEVETA-accredited institution.
- Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in power line construction, maintenance, or cable jointing.
- Must be physically fit and capable of working at heights in varying weather conditions.
- A valid Certificate of Competency (Linesman/Cable Jointer) is highly preferred.
- Detailed, signed CV, certified copies of academic and trade certificates, copy of NRC/Passport, and Certificate of Competency (if held) must be attached.
- Erect and maintain poles, towers, and line hardware.
- Joint and terminate low and medium-voltage underground cables.
- Perform live-line and dead-line maintenance on overhead conductors.
- Diagnose and repair faults on distribution networks.
- Strictly adhere to safety procedures, including working at heights and using personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Working at heights
- Using personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Diagnosing and repairing faults on distribution networks
- Jointing and terminating low and medium-voltage underground cables
- Performing live-line and dead-line maintenance on overhead conductors
- Erecting and maintaining poles, towers, and line hardware
- Crafts Certificate in Lines or Cable Jointing from a TEVETA-accredited institution.
- Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in power line construction, maintenance, or cable jointing.
- Physically fit and capable of working at heights in varying weather conditions.
- A valid Certificate of Competency (Linesman/Cable Jointer) is highly preferred.
Vacancy title:
Linesman / Cable Jointer
Jobs at:
Karibu Trading Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 4 2026
Duty Station:
Kitwe | Kitwe
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 24 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
JOB DESCRIPTION
To construct, maintain, and repair overhead power lines and underground cables, ensuring the reliability and safety of electricity distribution networks.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Erect and maintain poles, towers, and line hardware.
- Joint and terminate low and medium-voltage underground cables.
- Perform live-line and dead-line maintenance on overhead conductors.
- Diagnose and repair faults on distribution networks.
- Strictly adhere to safety procedures, including working at heights and using personal protective equipment (PPE).
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Crafts Certificate in Lines or Cable Jointing from a TEVETA-accredited institution.
- Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in power line construction, maintenance, or cable jointing.
- Must be physically fit and capable of working at heights in varying weather conditions.
- A valid Certificate of Competency (Linesman/Cable Jointer) is highly preferred.
- Detailed, signed CV, certified copies of academic and trade certificates, copy of NRC/Passport, and Certificate of Competency (if held) must be attached.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: professional certificate
Job application procedure
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Send your application with the subject line: “Application for Linesman/Cable Jointer – LIN/08/2026.”
Detailed, signed CV, certified copies of academic and trade certificates, copy of NRC/Passport, and Certificate of Competency (if held) must be attached.
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