Zikria Afshari

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463-***-****

OBJECTIVES

Committed, reliable and hard-working professional with a multifaceted knowledge base, exceptional work ethic and outstanding leadership skills.

Highly motivated electrician with 13 years of residential and commercial experience focused on diagnosis, repairs and installation. Passionate about directing, training and mentoring others. Experience in electrical panel upgrades, garage and shed wiring, smoke alarms, surge protectors, ceiling fan and light installations and whole house rewiring. Exceptional skills in painting, plumbing, drywall, HVAC and air condition service.

Team player with excellent communication and time management skills who strives to achieve the highest possible standard in every situation. Strong problem-solving skills and patience. Motivated to continually improve knowledge. Seeking a position in a reputable organization. EXPERIENCE

Maintenance Technician, Engineering Department

JW Marriott, Indianapolis, May 2022 to May 2023

● Diagnosed, repaired and maintained hotel functions in the following areas: air conditioning, refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems and controls, carpentry, and finish skills, kitchen equipment and general building upkeep

● Routinely inspected and tested equipment for preventive maintenance needs.

● Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints and repair manuals.

● Prioritized work by identifying urgent projects with concern for customer safety and security.

● Communicated each day's activities and problems that occur to the other shifts using approved communication programs and standards, including via computer.

● Worked as a team to provide quick and efficient responses to work orders in line with all safety protocols and OSHA rules.

● Followed all company and safety and security policies and procedures; reported and addressed any maintenance problems and safety hazards.

● Ensured uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Electrician

U.S. Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan, U.S. Department of State, February 2012 to December 2019

● Designed electrical systems/equipment to provide a useful and safe workplace.

● Devised and outlined maintenance procedures for electrical systems/equipment to ensure maximum service life and utilization.

● Advised requesting departments regarding systems/requirements available to meet their needs and comply with safety codes.

● Monitored installation of designed equipment/systems to ensure compliance with design specification and safety codes.

● Responded to department requests for change in existing systems/equipment to modify/enhance the system/equipment to obtain desired results in a safe and cost-effective manner.

● Determined which systems will satisfy the client's needs and determines the specifications to show how the systems will be utilized.

● Consulted with clients from various departments to determine their need for space improvement and within the standards of the Science Center.

● Reviewed existing electrical designs and specifications being purchased or fabricated.

● Provided electrical estimations for equipment and construction as well as modifications for mechanical and plumbing designs.

● Provided the requested services while meeting safety codes specifications and budgetary limitations.

● Ensured the new systems are compatible with existing systems and operate without causing an overload.

Electrician

DynCorp Kabul, Afghanistan, April 2010 to May 2012

● Designed electrical systems/equipment to provide a useful and safe workplace.

● Installation of three electrical large size panel boards for the UN office.

● Installation of the 30 KVA generators for Un Office. Installation of the automatic panel for generator and city power.

● Installed, connected, tested, and adjusted new electrical equipment. Ensured that electrical, wiring, plumbing, water and other systems are properly functioning.

● Ensured that the work of the Facilities Maintenance Assistance is of high quality.

● Making technical engineering assessments in relation to surveying, designing, cost estimating, skilled and unskilled labor employment and material (type and quantity) identification.

● Provide each month's work plan for the following month and report for the past month to the maintenance manager.

● Responsible for all aspects of troubleshooting and repair of a wide range of machines.

● Oversaw and directed the setup and performance of preventative maintenance on a range of machines, such as punch presses, mill and thread machines, and injection mold. Electrician

DynCorp Kabul, Afghanistan, June 2006 to March 2010

● Designed electrical systems/equipment to provide a useful and safe workplace.

● Prepared work plans, reporting, electrical designs and maps of the office.

● Installation of the generators by automatic and manual function systems. Systematic repairing and servicing of all office and heavy-duty generators. Performing upgrading wiring and re- wiring and for all main offices and area offices.

● Installation of the (27, 25, 65, 75, 77, 150, 100, 230, 550,) KVA generators.

● Installation of one 13 KVA generator in WFP offices.

● Earned a reputation for expertise in complex troubleshooting and problem resolution. Mastered the use of instruments such as ammeters, ohmmeters, voltmeters and testing lamps.

● Commended for team-player mindset and ability to work with minimal supervision under tight deadlines.

EDUCATION

● Graduated from Naderya High School, November 2010.

● Graduated from Auto Mechanic School, April 2005 to December 2007.

● First Aid training.

SKILLS

● Switches and circuit breaker

● Electrical code, safety and quality assurance

● Electrical system and controls

● Wiring, diagrams, blueprints and testing instruments

● HVAC

● Drywall, painting, plumbing

● MS Office Excel, Word and PowerPoint

● Exceptional leadership and customer service skills REFERENCES

● Available on request.

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