CURRICULUM VITAE

JOSEPH PAUL EWIKU

P.O. Box mc *719 Takoradi

Ghana West Africa

Contact: +233********* / +233*********

EMAIL: admepb@r.postjobfree.com / admepb@r.postjobfree.com

Seeking to work a challenging position with a dynamic and progressive company which will utilize my knowledge, skills and opportunities in achieving a common goal of the organization growth for a bright personal career.

A resourceful, hardworking, trustworthy, pay attention to details and dedicated individual with outstanding mechanical knowledge and a proven ability to develop and implement new systems and procedures. Possesses an IT skill with knowledge of MS Office. Able to work independently and as part of a productive team, demonstrating the motivation and multi-tasking abilities required to meet demanding deadlines while maintaining the highest standards. Competent in training delivery, fabrication, repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment. Knowledgeable, process control and operations and hydraulics.

Comprehensive knowledge of repairing and maintaining heavy equipment, diesel engines and petrol engine.

Extensive knowledge on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical repair

In-depth knowledge of methods of maintaining different types of heavy construction equipment.

Skilled to diagnose malfunction or defects in heavy duty equipment and machines.

Possess ability to modify, repair and overhaul constituents of equipment. PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

KEY COMPETENCIES CAPABILITIES AND SKILLS

CAREER OBJECTIVES

Skilled in maintaining records in terms of schedule as well as preventive maintenance carried on heavy equipment.

Abilities

Research – oriented; Deadline conscious; Result – oriented; Pressure-driven; Ability to work under less or no supervision; Self–encouraged motivator; Ability to drive a vehicle; Ability to analyze, investigate and make professional deductions and recommendations. Strong leadership qualities; Planning, organizing, scheduling and delegating skills; Communication and presentation skills; Project and time management skills; Report writing skills and good technical knowledge in engineering application.

June 2005 – August 2006 Motor Vehicle Technician Part III (MVT PT3).

[Takoradi Polytechnic, Ghana.]

July 2003 – August 2004 Motor Vehicle Technician Part II (MVT PT2).

[Samata Institute of Technology, Takoradi-Ghana]

June 2002 – September 2003 Motor Vehicle Technician Part I (MVT PT1).

[Samata Institute of Technology, Takoradi-Ghana]

January 1999 – April 2002 Motor Vehicle Mechanics Work

[Takoradi Technical Institute, Takoradi- Ghana]

January 2001 – March 2002 Motor Vehicle Mechanic Grade II

(Part Time). [National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI)] May 1

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2012– Present Mantrac Ghana LTD. (Component Rebuild Center) Takoradi.

[Caterpillar Mechanical Technician]

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS

WORK OF EXPERIENCE

Selected Competence: Testing of Heavy Duty, Off-Highway Hydraulic Components

(Transmissions, Torque Converters, Hydraulic Pumps, Hydraulic Motors, Hydraulic Cylinders), with Taylor Dynamometer Hydraulic Test Center (HTC). Contamination Control Strategies, daily inspection and maintenance on Genset, Striping of Heavy-duty Caterpillar Machines units, e.g. Torque convertors, Transmissions, Transfer gears, Pumps, Hydraulic systems, Differential and Final drives. Inspection for wear and damages of parts and use the service information system (SIS) to prepare a part list for all damage parts to be replaced during rebuilding of the component, writing service report after work done. Selected Skills: Competent in mechanical operations within a replicated work environment. Modules include:

Health and safety – Manual handling, Permit to work Procedures, Fire safety, COSHH, PPE, Safety signs and signage, Risk assessment, HASAWA, Working at heights, PUWER, etc.

Maintenance and repair of mechanical assemblies - name and function of parts, disassembling and assembling, troubleshooting/fault finding and repair of different types of Pumps, Transmission, Differential Units, Hydraulic Cylinders, Final Drives, Valves and other mechanical assemblies. Operating miscellaneous equipment like Forklift and overhead cranes.

Measurement– the use of Vernier calipers, height gauges, micrometres and other measuring instruments; basic hand tools –safe and correct use of threading tools, drills, hacksaws, files, etc.

Seals, Lubrication, Hydraulic and Pneumatics Systems, Gears, Bearings, and Mechanical drives and Shaft Alignment.

October 2010 – April 2012 Benso Oil Palm Plantation (BOPP).

[Mechanic Technician]

Selected Competence:

Explain technical diagnosis and repairs need to non-technical, mechanical staff.

Remain up to date progressive mechanical technician methodologies through active participation in training and workshops.

Provide service delivery and participate in control of expenses.

Carry out state safety inspections of interior and exterior of mechanicals. September 2007 - August 2008 Bishop Essuah J. H. S Takoradi -Teacher [National Service]

[Ghana Education Service]

September 2008 – August 2010 S.I.P.L J. H. S Daboase – Teacher [National Voluntary Service]

[Ghana Education Service]

Selected skills: Researching, lesson notes preparation, presentations and teaching etc. Place of birth: Takoradi, Western Region-Ghana.

Nationality: Ghanaian

Sex: Male

Marital Status: Married

Languages: English, Twi and Fante.

Team work, Researching and Driving, Playing Soccer. Mr. Anthony Kusi Gyimah Mr. Abraham Gyasie

Senior Supervisor Acting Technical Training Manager Mantrac Ghana Ltd. Mantrac Ghana Ltd.

+233********* +233*********/ +233*********

Mr. Christian Asara

Training Instructor

Mantrac Ghana Ltd.

+233*********

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