NELSON YAO GAGOH
CAREER OBJECTIVE
An ambitious, self-motivated Electrical Technician seeking an opportunity in a reputable company where I can utilize my educational capabilities, skills, experience and deep knowledge of electrical designing, installing, and inspection of electrical system with dedicated and hard work in order to support the company's growth and success.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
• An experienced, passionate Electrical Technician with an extensive background in residential, commercial and industrial electrical installation.
• Skilled at working with clients to provide seamless communication and high-level services.
• Adept at troubleshooting and performing diagnostic tests and repair problems with electrical wiring and equipment, including switchboards, generators, transformers, circuit breakers and lighting systems, working to ensure that all systems coincide with relevant codes and regulations.
• Inspection of electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and the needs for repairs.
• Ensuring that all electrical work complies with IEEE regulation and Mincom regulation concerning fire hazards, electrical, and work safely.
• Highly experienced in installing and maintaining wiring, control, and lighting systems in both residential, commercial and industrial settings.
• Bringing forth leadership, dedication, and over eight years of experience providing superior customer service.
CONTACT
Phone
(233) 055-***-****
******************@*****.**
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Post Address
P.O Box HP 217 Ho -Volta
Region-Ghana
EDUCATION
Ho Technical University,
Ho, Ghana 2019 - 2022
HND Electricals/Electronics
Engineering, First Class
St. Comboni Technical
Institute,
Sogakope, Ghana 2014 – 2017
• National Board for
Professional and Technician
Examinations (NABTEX)
• Able to work independently and as a part of a productive team, flexible about working hours, can work shifts and multi-tasking abilities required to meet demanding deadlines.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Ho Technical University, Department: Electricals/Electronics Engineering
November 2022 to date
Duties:
• Assists in teaching in the Electrical/Electronic Laboratory.
• Prepares supplies and equipment for laboratory lectures.
• Assists in teaching various courses.
• Assigned by teaching Power System, Power Generation and Power System Protection.
• Teaching and assistance to students individually in a small group, in order to master the concept presented by the lecturer.
• Assists in evaluating assignment and quizzes, by marking and recording of results for continuous assessment.
• Conducts reception hours and supporting students’ research projects. Electricity Company of Ghana Limited(Under private)-Sogakope June 2020 to Aug. 2020
Provided extensive support in network construction and its maintenance
• Traced and rectified faults on LV distribution network.
• Carried out maintenance works on distribution transformers and associated switchgears
• Performed tests on transformers, circuit breakers, arresters prior to commissioning.
Certificate II
• Technical Examinations Unit
(TEU) Certificate II
• National Vocational Training
Institute (NVTI) Foundation
Certificate
RELEVANT SKILLS
AND ABILITIES
Maintenance skills.
Diagnostic and
troubleshooting skills.
Effective knowledge
about Preventive
Maintenance.
Blueprints and
schematics interpretation.
Ability to work
effectively in diverse
work groups.
Ability to diagnose and
rectify faults on electrical
equipment.
Ability to manage
downtime and make calls
on time schedules as
needed.
Ability to work under
pressure.
Internship
Teaching Assistant (NSP)
GIK Electricals Construction-Sogakope June 2021 to Aug. 2021 Responsibilities:
• Wiring of domestic and commercial.
• Prepares wiring layout drawing on building plans.
• Designation of electrical system.
• Wall chiselling and conduit pipes erection.
• Wiring and installation of switchgears and accessories.
• Carrying out of pre-commissioning tests.
• High Pressure Sodium and Mercury lamps installation and maintenance.
• Fault diagnosing on domestic and commercial appliances. June 2017 to date
• Wiring of domestic and commercial both Single Phase and Three Phase.
• Design and installs new system to replace obsolete residential equipment and systems resulting in an average 20% savings on energy cost.
• Installs meter bases and wires new electrical panels to replaced outdated panels.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots electrical problems by performing electrical repairs and replacing defective parts such as switchboards, transformers, generators, lighting systems, sockets, fuses and switches.
• Creates accurate estimates and work proposals for residential and commercial wiring projects and completes work efficiently while ensuring the highest possible quality.
• Maintains project safety standards while performing electrical work and partners with outside contractors to minimize down time or rework. LEADERSHIP EXPOSURE
• President, Redeem Hostel, Ho Technical University: 2021/2022.
• Class Prefect, St. Comboni Technical Institute: 2015/2017
Ability to work extended
hours.
Highly regarded for safe
work practices.
KEY IT SKILLS
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Programming (C, C++)
AutoCAD
MEMBERSHIP
Student Member, Ghana
Institution of Engineers (GhIE)
HOBBIES
Reading
Listening to music
Research
Electrician (Self Employed)
Internship
SEMINARS AND WORKSHOP
• PLC troubleshooting- April 2021-Ho Technical University
• Solar PV Installation-November 2020-Ho Technical University
• Motor Installation and troubleshooting-August 2020-Ho Technical University
REFERENCES
Dr. Baidenger Agyekum Twumasi
Head of Department-Electrical/Electronic Engineering Ho Technical University
Phone: 024*******
• Mr. Bright Sedem Nukafu
Electrical Engineer
Sunon Asogli Power Ghana Ltd-Tema
Phone: 024*******
• Mr. Isaac Gagoh
Electrical Engineer
Electricity Company of Ghana -Sogakope
Phone: 024*******