Rodrick Chirwa
Summary
Proven Electrician with a track record of enhancing the electrical systems at Polythene Products (Z) Ltd. Expert in electrical installation and troubleshooting, significantly reducing downtime by swiftly diagnosing and repairing complex issues. Adept at mentoring apprentices and excelling in team environments, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills. Skilled in ensuring safety and understanding client needs, driving successful project completions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
Polythene Products (Z) Ltd
09.2014 - 01.2019
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Improved electrical system safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
- Reduced downtime for clients by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
Education
Bachelor Of Administrative Studies - Business Administration And Management
Gideon Robert University
12.2023
Certificate - Power Electrical
Lusaka Business And Technical College
07.2014
Skills
- Wiring installation
- Electrical Repairs
- Electrical Installation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Electrical experience
- Lighting Systems
- Works well in team environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Electrical Equipment Maintenance
- Understanding of client business requirements
- Safety procedures and regulations
- Valid State driver's license
Accomplishments
- Inspection - Inspected electrical systems, equipment and fixtures to identify safety hazards for replacement or repair.
- Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
Affiliations
EIZ
Timeline
Electrician
Polythene Products (Z) Ltd
09.2014 - 01.2019
Bachelor Of Administrative Studies - Business Administration And Management
Gideon Robert University
Certificate - Power Electrical
Lusaka Business And Technical College
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