Food Service Water Treatment

Location:

The Netherlands

Posted:

March 11, 2020

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BERNARD GACHOMO GITHINJI

P.O.BOX ****, THIKA, KENYA

Home Tel: +254********* Work phone number +937******** Email: ***********@*****.***

Profile Summary

I have experience in various fields to include Information Technology (IT), food service, warehouseman, laborer, and water treatment specialist. I will be asset to any organization because my ability and desire to learn, produce positive results for customers, and provide quality products. I have obtained some college credits in my pursuit of a college education Core Qualifications

Team player who can work with a group or as an individual

Proficient in Microsoft office Suite, and lotus notes

Ability to perform Administrative Duties

I have got a valid driver’s license

Adheres to Government compliance, policies, and procedures

Able to understand verbal and written English instructions and able to communicate the instructions to others

Ability to read, write, understand and speak clearly in English, Swahili, and basic Arabic

LOGCAP experience, Military food service experience

Knowledgeable and experienced in the Maximo, Onpoint applications Work Experience

AMENTUM Afghanistan 2019 - Current

IT Field Technician

Duties & Responsibilities

Installing and configuring Ethernet lines

Performs printer mapping and scanner installations

Replacing broken network cables and connectors

Crimping customized network cables with crimpers tool to meet the TIA/EIA Standards

Binding the installed network cables with cable ties/zip ties making them neat and tight

Performs desktop support to over 300 users in person and by telephone

Manage user accounts and settings

Come up with Network topologies which made troubleshooting 40% faster FLUOR – Afghanistan 2018 to 2019

IT Technician

Duties & Responsibilities

Installing and configuring Ethernet lines along with labeling and testing

User support for applications like Quick base, IBM Notes (Lotus)

Utilized the Share drive (from the centralized server) resources over the network for local and remote troubleshooting and resolution

Administration of military contracted Computer systems; hardware and software

Setting up, installing, re-installing, troubleshooting and configuring Cisco Switches

Tested Cisco IOS, IOS upgrades, configuration upgrades, implemented VLANS

Performed daily hands-on and remote troubleshooting and repair, including doing Cisco Switch updates, to quickly resolve network issues within and outside the base

Planned and scheduled network downtime for maintenance

Did Rack setup, cable terminations, testing and verification of point to point network connections, router, POE Switches

Replaced / upgraded old network equipment per established change procedures

Monitoring Service Desk tickets assigned to the queue in the military base

Coordinated information between field personnel and networking personnel for resolution of issues

Setting up new network lines for Internet connection, phone lines and troubleshooting network flaws

Routinely worked with end users and department heads to identify and document required network service levels

Respond to emergency network outages in accordance with business continuity and disaster recovery plans

Ordering/ requesting IT/ Networking materials from the warehouse such as CAT 5E Cables and the RJ45 Connectors

Installed new network devices such as routers, switches, Riverbeds, ASA and servers in network racks located in the server rooms and communication rooms

Compiled and maintained network documentation and references on Microsoft OneNote which was accessible via the network

Assisted in the enactment, & installation of large projects wireless access points & Subscriber Modules (Aps and SMs) Point to Point, Antennae.

Familiar with Cisco Switches, Cambium wireless Devices

Created and maintained system for indicating uptime and down time of networked devices such as Switches and wireless devices cutting troubleshooting time by half

Provided technical assistance to new and contracted employees/technicians

Replaced end of life hardware, including servers, switches, routers, WAPs, firewalls, workstations etc.

Kept a database of a Static IP address assignments that I routinely updated and managed FLUOR – Afghanistan 2017 to 2018

Food Service Specialist

Duties & Responsibilities

Assisting in making sure that all food presentation equipment was properly cleaned and sterilized after every usage

Performing variety of tasks concerned with the kitchen and dining areas

Preparing dining and serving areas by setting up counters, stands, and tables

Placing food containers in serving order, fills salt & pepper shakers, and places linen & silverware on the tables

Performing duties cleaning and working in Scullery

Responsible for cleaning the kitchen area to include floors, equipment, walls, light fixtures, as well as general kitchen cleaning

Storing cleaned items and cleaning material

Collecting soiled dishes, scrapes, and soaks items

Disposing of food wastes in garbage disposal or trash receptacle

Responsible for picking up and storing non-food items, cleaning solutions, and paper products, kitchen cleaning and operations (machine and manual washing)

Responsible for sanitation, cleanliness and ensuring the DFAC is visually appealing and orderly

Assists in assembling food presentations such as cookie trays ice sculptures and cold cut trays

Assists in setting up banquets and special food presentations in the lobby

Responsible for set-up, serve, breakdown and replenish the serving lines, the beverage refrigerators, and the juice dispensers

Sweeping, moping and cleaning the serving lines, warmers, refrigerators, beverage dispensers and the coffee machine after each meal. Assisting at the salad bar

Serving main course, and speed line items, meats, vegetables, starches, and short order items during the daily serving hours

Washing and sorting dishes, glassware, and silverware

Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, pots and pans, counters, and tables. Sweeps and mops floors

Assisted in preparing special food presentations for events and lobby demonstrations

Assisted in special events and Holiday meals to include Thanksgiving and Christmas for US and Coalition Forces

Provided outstanding customer service to each military guest AL MARAI FARM – Saudi Arabia 2013 – 2016

Water Treatment Plant Operator

Duties & Responsibilities

Performing basic water treatment analysis to optimize performance of a WTP

Monitoring control panels and adjusting valves to regulate flow accordingly

Starting up and shutting off the Well Generator Engine

Managed all inquiries of the Water Treatment Plant. Duties included investigation of questions/complaints, forward issues to appropriate parties if needed, replace taps, faucets and valves when reported missing or damaged, Opening the taps and closing upon requests from farm workers requesting for water

Meter reading such as Water meter RPM, Pressure (PSI), Water PH reading, Calibration, and water flow rate

Inspected equipment- lights, hoses, equipment connections, pumps; ensure deficiencies are corrected to ensure compliance with regulations and policies

Completed SOPs, documented and recorded treatments and did data entry

Going for errands using the department (assigned)car

Water well Engine maintenance (cleaning and refueling and adding oil)

Look after the operation of all water supply facilities, from source, processing, storage and distribution

Operating the chlorine dioxide - (Clo2) generator, calculated chemical dosages and adjust chemical feed rates to standard control limits

Collecting all water samples and sending to the laboratory for various tests

Monitoring chemical inventory and receiving deliveries of Water Treatment chemicals

Developing plant operating procedures; training operator maintenance personnel

Collecting and analyzing field samples from our wells/boreholes, as well as our storage reservoirs

Installed, set-up and calibrated instrumentation and was a Safety Committee member

Adjusting chemical dosages (as instructed) to maintain quality standards

Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment reducing the cost of buying new

Data entry using spreadsheets to complete daily water and chemical usage reports

Maintaining update of monthly and annual operational reports

Maintained cleanliness & operated office equipment - computers, faxes, copiers, scanners

Coordinating flushing program

Inspected plant and machinery regularly to monitor operational status of equipment SINTEL SECURITY PRINT – Kenya 2010 – 2012

IT Helpdesk Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

Was a team member who did set up the first IT office/ department as the company started

Maintained and repaired laptops / desktops, printers, and dual monitors

Responsible for imaging and configuration of desktops and laptops

IT user support for over 100 end users

Installed, configured (using imaging software), maintained and troubleshot applications

Ensured all IT documentation was accurate

Routinely worked with confidential information and data that would be sensitive or damaging to individuals or the company if not safeguarded

Routinely responded and was responsible for every assignment tasked in the field

Working hand in hand with the operations staff and users to identify, troubleshoot and resolve IT issues as needed

Maintaining productive working relationships with operations management and user population

Performing documentation support and technical assistance or other routine IT functional activity

Achieved and maintained a 98% customer satisfaction rating for IT, monitored through online surveys with each closed ticket

RIWANS TENTS & DESIGN – Kenya 2009 – 2010

IT Technician and Warehouse man

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for imaging and configuration of desktops and laptops

Operated material handling equipment and a radio controlled scanner to record materials received and distributed

Created daily reports through internal system

Diagnosing and performing hardware repairs on desktop and laptop computers

Ensure that events and products on the website were current and up to date

Performed installation and maintenance of IT systems (computers, printers, and fax machines)

Processed data entry transactions on all inventory; complied with and advocated to others security policies

Expertly configured all office PCs to run at optimal levels

Prepared conference room video equipment and computers for audits

Ensured that high customer satisfaction levels are maintained

Improved quality customer service by implementing reports for management that Identified quality of problem resolution

Provided technical assistance to new and contracted employees/technicians

Created, Managed, and set-up e-mail accounts for clients using third party email provider

Helped manage inventory of items on online store

Took initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties were completed

Assisted in the day to day office, store, and warehouse functions and other areas of operation as needed

Resolved issues concerning pricing, availability, damaged product, buy-backs, and special order

Recognized, priced and stored tents and structures in a company with millions in sales annually

Resolved inventory problems, including receiving, pallet labeling and replenishment issues

Handled ordering, checked deliveries and restocked and displayed shelves

Communicated with customers and assisted them with purchases

Maintained a clean and safe work area including restrooms, break room, office and outside

Operated equipment in accordance with all policies, regulations, procedures to ensure safe and productive work experiences

Shared product knowledge with customers while making personal recommendations

Participated in counting store physical inventory KENYA VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS - Kenya 2004 – 2008

IT & Network Technician

Duties and responsibilities

Setting up the hardware, Software installations& Support for MS Office

Network support for more than 200 Users and averaging 100 new calls per week

Making sure that the LAN is always up

Handling and operating Digital cameras, projectors, servers and printers

Managing the antivirus system doing data backup, data entry & Training users

Implemented new technologies while reducing IT costs throughout company

Maintained documentation records regarding equipment installations and replacements

Mapping printers and scanners, baselining Cisco switches

Installed and configured Cisco switches, Wireless antenna on clients’ sites

Volunteered overtime during major viral outbreak to mitigate spread and user downtime

Completed monthly preventative maintenance on all network related equipment installed on-site including tracking anti-virus, backup

User support services requests for support via telephone, e-mail, or walk ups

Detailed knowledge and experience of Windows operating Systems & Microsoft Office Suite

Familiarity of various desktop and server operating system & networking in an organization and ability to provide quality troubleshooting and support

Well presented, hardworking and enjoys working in a Team

Possess great written and verbal communication skills CLEAR-SPAN ERRANDS - Kenya 2001-2003

Laborer / Messenger / Food Service

Duties and responsibilities

Cleaning restrooms, washrooms and bathrooms so as they meet germ-free requirement

Going for office errands as per instructed by the foreman, HR or the supervisor

Giving written and verbal reports on daily occurrence at my area of work; normally via email

Performed Landscaping, planting grass and trees

Cutting the compound grass neatly using the lawn mower equipment

Collected/sorted/disposed of garbage to the dumping site

Removing any debris from the work site in accordance with direction from management and safety regulations

Moving materials and equipment to work locations and setting up work site

Preparing construction sites, pouring and spreading concrete, sets forms, and/or finishes surfaces

Participating in routine and turnaround plant maintenance projects and activities

Reported and received assignments, instructions, and direction from the foreman or general foreman

Maintain proper inventory of supplies for living quarters and cleaning

Knowledge about manual labor requirements and ability to lift heavy load routinely

Completing records, maintaining tools and equipment, and performing various clean-up and housekeeping activities

Maintained inventory of service stations and replenished needed condiments, silverware and napkins. Monitored areas to ensure they were filled appropriately prior to running low

Observing and following all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment

Key control responsibility

Coordinate activities to oversee proper maintenance, safety and cleanliness standards are adhered

Knowledge of all relevant safety standards related to area of responsibility required

Performed other duties and activities as directed

Calibrated measuring instruments and gauges for use by manufacturing

Utilized meal planning software to ensure dietary needs and restrictions are met Educational Background

Period Institution Achievement

2008 – 2009 Nairobi Institute of Diploma- Computer Electronics Engineering Business studies

1997 – 2000 St. Peters Kandara Boys High High School Certificate School

1988 - 1996 Primary Education Primary School Certificate Short Courses

Year Institution Course Taken

2016 AA Driving School Kenya Driving (Class BCE)

2014 Al-Marai Poultry farm Driving (Class L - Site Vehicle)

(Saudi Arabia)

2009 New Horizons- Nairobi Web design & Technology

(Dreamweaver, Flash, Photoshop,

(HTML, DHTML, PHP and JavaScript)

2008 In-house Training at Trained Internal ISO Auditor Kenya Vehicle Manufacturers (International Standards) 2007 Strathmore University – Nairobi Cisco Certified Network Associate

(CCNA) Levels 1-3

2006-2007 Institute of Advanced Technology A+ (Computer User Support Course)

(IAT) N+ (Network User Support Course)

2004 Data Centre- Nairobi Desktop Publishing

(Adobe PageMaker, Microsoft Publisher,

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, &

Corel Draw)

2001 St. Mulumba College- Thika Introduction to computers & Microsoft Office

Referees

Lonzell Silas Kevin Camacho

DFAC Supervisor Country Manager IT Network

Fluor – Bagram, Afghanistan Fluor – Bagram, Afghanistan