Chrisgone Banda
Lusaka
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Hungry Lion, excelling in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. Enhanced equipment reliability and minimized downtime through effective diagnostics and swift repairs. Strong communicator and team player, adept at fostering collaboration to boost productivity and ensure operational excellence. Class C driver with solid computer skills.
Overview
2019
2019
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Hungry Lion
2019 - 2023
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication, adjustments, and component replacements.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and troubleshooting techniques.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
Electrical Technician
Quality Catering Equipment (QCE)
01.2015 - 06.2018
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical systems in commercial kitchen equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance on electrical components, minimizing downtime and enhancing equipment reliability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex electrical issues, ensuring swift resolution and customer satisfaction.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical equipment.
Electrician
Palms Bakery
12.2012 - 11.2014
- Upgraded outdated electrical components, increasing energy efficiency in bakery operations.
- Led projects to redesign lighting layouts, contributing to enhanced operational visibility in production areas.
- Reviewed and updated maintenance schedules for electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Mentored junior electricians on best practices in installation and repair techniques.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Collaborated closely with other maintenance professionals to coordinate repairs efficiently without disrupting daily operations.
Electrician
Macadams Bakery Solutions
08.2008 - 05.2012
- Installed and maintained electrical systems for bakery equipment ensuring optimal performance.
- Performed routine inspections to identify and resolve electrical issues efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex electrical malfunctions, improving response times.
- Implemented safety protocols during electrical installations, enhancing workplace safety standards.
- I was sent to Macadams International head office in South Africa to attend a technical development program in Cape Town
- Trained junior electricians on safe practices and troubleshooting techniques, fostering skill development.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings for wiring layouts.
Education
No Degree - Power Electrical
Kabwe Trades Training Institute
Kabwe, Zambia03-2006
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Class C driver
- Troubleshooting skills
- Computer literate
Timeline
Electrical Technician
Quality Catering Equipment (QCE)
01.2015 - 06.2018
Electrician
Palms Bakery
12.2012 - 11.2014
Electrician
Macadams Bakery Solutions
08.2008 - 05.2012
Maintenance Technician
Hungry Lion
2019 - 2023
No Degree - Power Electrical
Kabwe Trades Training Institute