Electronics technician, Bench repairs, avionics, telecommunications

Cell: +27-82-958-****

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Passport number: AO5194971

Education

Senior Certificate, Grade 12

Amajuba High, Newcastle, South Africa

National Diploma Level 6 (Trade Diploma)

Durban, South Africa

Certification

Telecommunications: LMO 1 & LMO 2

Telecommunications: PABX ISX & T 20

Fire & Security: Ziton analogue & Digital fire panels

Avionics: Cessna Citation 500

January 1981 – December 1982

During this time I completed my National Service in Field Artillery

Employment History

COMPANY : ECECOMM

INDUSTRY : Consumer Electronics

Date of Employment : December 1995 – current

Position : Team Leader

Reason for Leaving : Seeking an international opportunity

Project Management : Electronic systems and Telecommunications

As a Senior Electronics Technician, I am responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair and modification of electronic systems and subsystems.

•Possess in-depth knowledge of schematics, wire diagram and interpretation of technical drawings.

•Perform troubleshooting and repair on telecommunications and integrated systems printed circuit boards (including surface mount), working both with and without schematics/documentation.

•Troubleshoot and repair complex electronic/electromechanical equipment and systems, subsystems, local-area networks, and peripheral workstations.

•Excellent Technical and Troubleshooting Skills with complex digital and analogue circuits.

•Skilled in installation, operation, repair and maintenance of electronic systems and equipment.

•Ability to understand new systems and its applications.

•Excellent sales record, with referrals and word of mouth.

Telecommunications

As a Senior Telecommunications Technician, I am adept in installation and maintenance of telecommunication equipment, computer hardware systems and software, and analogue and digital diagnostic and repair techniques. Moreover, while my on-the-job experience has afforded me a well-rounded skill set, including first-rate time management and organisational skills, I excel at:

Diagnosing malfunctions of electronic and electrical equipment using various diagnostic tools and equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other specialised equipment.

Utilising Automatic test equipment to perform systems test and keep abreast of new and advanced test equipment and the use of such equipment.

Accurately interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wiring diagrams, system schematics, drawings, engineering orders and other documents from both the customer and company.

Utilise and maintain hand tools to perform repairs and installations. Keep leadership and co-workers apprised of work progress and/or problems.

Accurately document work performed as set forth by company and customer maintenance programs on a daily basis using the standard format. Prepare routine reports and correspondence.

Security Systems

Install, troubleshoot, repair, and configure access control, security, intrusion alarm, closed circuit television, fire and various other security related systems.

Perform upgrades and additions to systems in order to increase functionality and usability.

Read and understand drawings and prints to install the correct equipment in the correct locations.

Provide technical support with programming and hardware to other technicians, management and sales force.

Knowledge of AC/DC power supplies and distribution, IP networks, remote configuration.

Knowledge of LAN/WAN networks, wireless and cable.

Responsible for the installation of domestic and industrial systems, configuration and programming

Surveillance Systems

Responsible for maintaining and repairing the surveillance equipment as well as performing various special projects, assuring the maximum efficiency, coordination, reliability and integrity of the surveillance recording digital system.

Apply system analysis techniques and procedures to determine and order hardware, software, or system based on functional specifications, design, test or modify computer systems or programs based on user or design specifications.

Coordinate Surveillance installation, expansions, location and position of cameras, static and PTZ

Handle cabling installation and termination, copper, optic fibre and structured. Install and program interface units.

Responsible for the programming of Digital Video Recording, creating a recording schedule for cameras as specified by Internal Control Standards (ICS).

Responsible for the programming of Recording Servers, Raids, Encoders, and Network Switches and any other equipment essential to the continuous operation of the surveillance recording system.

Responsible for the installation of workstation computers, monitors, keyboards, and any other equipment essential to the continuous operation of the Surveillance Monitor Room.

Test and troubleshoot defective electronic equipment and wiring using oscilloscope, voltmeter, ohmmeter and other testing equipment. Knowledge of AC/DC power supplies and distribution, IP network, analog PTZ and static cameras.

Knowledge of LAN/WAN networks, wireless and cable for PC and CCTV equipment, fiber optic and CAT-5E. Perform preventative maintenance tasks.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

Intruder, Intercom, Access and Fire Detection Systems

Supervise and inspect the installation of equipment to meet customer expectations and manufacturer specifications.

Perform service and new installation, commissioning activities on intrusion alarm, access, intercom and fire detection systems.

Maintain, install and repair equipment associated with, but not limited to: Access Control systems, closed circuit television systems, Public Address systems, Antenna Distribution for broadcast television systems, small computer Uninterruptible Power Systems, automatic power-operated sliding doors and associated components, gate opener and other remote control and signaling equipmen

Systems programming, commissioning and customer training on new system installations.

Evaluate and diagnose equipment that requires servicing as well as troubleshooting potential field wiring problems.

Manage Electronic Systems service calls in regards to field labour hours estimated. Prepare reports on daily activities.

Read and understand complicated blueprints, diagrams, schematics, submittals, software/system programs, and operation/product manuals.

Manufacture palisade fencing, gates and automate, including garage openers.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

Solar Systems

Establish and maintain customer relationships. Learn and evaluate customer operations to aid in identifying customer objectives, requirements and preferences.

Process product quotations and provide continuous follow up throughout the completion of the customer's purchasing cycle.

Achieve and maintain technical capabilities at required levels.

Attend customer seminars, schools and special promotions and participate in sales meetings, vendor seminars and training schools to enhance and maintain personal and product knowledge.

Complete all electrical work needed to connect solar system to electric grid including proper grounding, controls and all testing.

Create or interpret the solar panel installation plans, mapping out the steps of the installation and where all of the components will be installed. Install, inspect, maintain and repair solar panel systems, including the solar collectors, concentrators, batteries, pumps, fans, or support structure.

Weatherproof the solar installation in accordance with local safety regulations and the specifications of the manufacturer.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

Machine maintenance

Read Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.

Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.

Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities.

Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.

Interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.

Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.

Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Electrical

Site visit with various role players and clients to plan layout and installation of conduit, electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.

Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment. Maintain client database and courtesy calls.

Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects. Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.

Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.

Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.

Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.

Install and maintain emergency lighting systems, evacuation luminaries, generators and inverters according specifications and codes.

Install test and commission back up three phase inverter(up to 30KVA) to elevator and escalator systems. Install and maintain fire alarm and evacuation systems. Construct, fabricate and customise parts as required.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

COMPANY : PLESSEY TELLUMAT

INDUSTRY : Communication Systems

Dates of Employment : June 1993 – November 1995

Electronics Repair/ Field Technician: Telecommunications

Perform a variety of highly skilled, complex technical duties involved in the installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, testing and repair of telecommunications systems and equipment to ensure effective, reliable and customer-focused service.

Participate in the day-to-day design, installation, administration, maintenance, modification, troubleshooting, testing, repair and support of state-of-the-art telecommunication systems, infrastructure and equipment.

Install line and network cards, circuit packs and related PABX equipment, assists with changes in network trunking, switch configuration, PABX upgrades and other system installations.

Install single line telephones, facsimile machines, digital phone sets, conference speaker telephones, paging systems and associated equipment and hardware.

Make recommendations for network circuitry and switch builds, install, certify and test a variety of telecommunications network cabling infrastructure, including hybrid, fiber optic, copper, horizontal and coaxial cable.

Conducts site surveys, review blueprints and as-builds.

Using appropriate industry standards, construct and install indoor and outdoor telecommunications cable plant facilities, riser and horizontal wiring and cabling systems, including wire, cable, fiber optics, terminal blocks, patch panels, jacks and MDFs.

Provide cost estimates and cost/benefit analyses, oversee or conduct testing of installed and terminated wire to ensure proper connectivity and transmission in accordance with applicable standards.

Perform preventative maintenance on switches, voicemail systems, UPS power systems, multiplexers, backbone communications systems, station hardware and equipment rooms.

Prepare and maintain systems documentation and records of work requested and performed, reconcile service requests and work orders with work performed to ensure customer needs and requirements are met, resources are efficiently used and customer billing information is correct.

COMPANY : NATIONAL AIRWAYS CORPORATION

INDUSTRY : Aviation

Dates of Employment : March 1989 – May 1993

Autopilot/ avionics Technician

Knowledge of multiple aircraft systems, procedures related to those aircraft and related equipment.

Repair, modify, install, and perform routine maintenance of all Avionics systems with accuracy and within budgeted or estimated time. Localize and repairs to component level.

Accurately interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wiring diagrams, system schematics, drawings, engineering orders and other documents from both the customer and company.

Apply deductive reasoning to troubleshoot and repair and/or check complex systems.

Properly utilize Avionics test equipment to perform systems test and keep abreast of new and advanced test equipment and the use of such equipment.

Utilize and maintain Avionics hand tools to perform repairs and installations. Keep leadership and coworkers apprised of work progress and/or problems.

Accurately document work performed as set forth by company and customer maintenance programs on a daily basis using the standard format. Prepare routine reports and correspondence.

Familiar with cable/harness fabrication, manual soldering (SMT and Thru-Hole), test box layout (including drilling/punching boxes to accept connectors, test points, etc.)

Expert knowledge of FAA compliance issues, regulations and company directives.

Expert knowledge of inspection procedures to ensure adequate safety and maintenance programs with respect to compliance of FAA and company directives.

Inspects components built for commercial aircraft to determine if product meets required FAA specifications.

Operate ground support equipment e.g. power carts, etc. as required.

Accompany flight crews to perform in-flight troubleshooting and adjustments and performs preflight evaluations of avionics and instrument systems.

Testing, repair and calibration:

Avionics Systems ●Operational inspections/ Reporting

Autopilot Specialist ●Troubleshooting/Problem Resolution

Multifunction Displays ●Avionics installations

Flight Instrument Specialist ●Ground tests/ Flight test, C of A

EFIS Systems ●Personal training/Mentorship

Instrument and autopilot calibration ●Technical expertise of aircraft

Electrical systems

Equipment and products :(including but not limited)

Bendix/King, Collins, Honeywell, ARC, Century flight systems and Garmin

Weather radar

Navigation equipment

All certified test equipment and calibration

COMPANY : TELKOM

INDUSTRY : Telecommunication

Dates of Employment : February 1983 – February 1989

SeniorRepair Technician: Automatic switching Exchange

Completion of an apprenticeship program, with a combination of three years work experience in the trade and college industry related courses. National Diploma level 6

Installation and repair workers install, test, maintain and repair telephone switching equipment and telecommunications equipment related to transmission and processing of voice, video signals and other data over a variety of media including fibre optics, microwave, radio and satellite. Inspect and test trunking systems, circuits and equipment.

Install electromechanical, analog and digital trunking systems, circuits and equipment in telecommunications central offices and switching centres.

Analyze test results and adjust, change or repair switching system, network, associated equipment and software.

Oversee and maintain 25 satellite communication switching exchanges on shift basis.

Power plant maintenance, regulator cubicles, back up batteries and standby generator.

I am a multi-skilled and goal driven individual with a solid background in Electronics.I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to your success as a contributing member of your team.

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