KAMAU RUFUS GICHEHA

P.O. Box 706**-*****, Nairobi

Tel: 071*-***-*** / 071*-***-***

Email: adpxk3@r.postjobfree.com

I am a competent and highly motivated professional with excellent skills and the ability to work independently or as a team member. My expertise lies in; mechanic maintenance, logistics, heavy vehicle operations, Construction Machine operator, Reverse Osmosis Water treatment operations.

I possess a strong background in diagnosing faults correctly, explaining mechanical issues to clients, and performing physically challenging tasks for extended periods of time. Furthermore, I’m approachable, well presented and capable of providing efficient and prompt logistics service.

My aim is to secure a challenging position, which will help me capitalize on my diverse skills and accord me a solid platform for growth and development.

Personal Details:

Date of Birth: 6th May 1976

Marital Status: Married

Education and Professional Qualification:

Microsoft word, Excel, Power point, Institute of Advance Technology

Motor Vehicle Mechanic, Nairobi Technical Training Institute, 2001

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Kagumo High School, 1995

Key Professional Skills and Competencies:

Capable of working on foreign and domestic vehicles

Experience operating all types of heavy vehicles and construction equipment

DynCorp International Designated competent person licensed heavy Semi Trailer driver, Bus driver, Tanker driver, Hazmat endorsement, Folk lift operator Licenses, Water Treatment.

International Automobile Association Standard Competency

International Defensive, Public Service, Saudi Arabia Heavy Vehicle Driving Course Certificates

Able to use Snap-On diagnostic equipment

Performing work efficiently and effectively

Superb mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity and attention to detail

Strong organizational, administrative and analytical skills

Ability to produce consistently accurate work even whilst under pressure

Ability to multi task and manage conflicting demands

Having a positive attitude and a desire and willingness to learn

Excellent communication skills with fluency in English and Swahili and knowledgeable in Basic Arabic

Proficiency in Computer Applications namely; Microsoft Office, Outlook, Access, Excel, Power point.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Heavy truck driver / Bus driver/ Forklifts, Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit Operator / Laboratory Technician;

DynCorp international – Afghanistan, 2009 October - June 2014;

Duties and Responsibilities:

DynCorp International Designated Licensed competent person to Train, Evaluate,Test and License drivers/ Construction machine Operators.

Online requisition of materials, water purification parts and chemicals track update the status of the material request order

Afghanistan acting Special Forces Fob Robinson Water Supervisor – Performed monthly, weekly, daily safety inspection.

Performed Daily Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit water treatment operation to meet the camp demand

Tested and recorded chlorine, ph., and total dissolve solids, turbidity

Supervised and conducted on job training to employees on usage of testing parameter

Daily Calibration of various testing meters with different standards

Compiled daily, weekly, monthly departmental reports and E-mailing to Head office

Provided support in water reconnaissance, site preparation, and setup of water treatment activity

Maintained and inventoried water treatment equipment’s and chemical supplies supervise and trained operators to determine the water treatment methods for water purification

Analyzed and verified test results of raw and ROWPU Potable Water

Operates and conducts Preventative maintenance, repair water treatment equipment

Received, issued, and stored a range of potable, Non potable water

Accurately documented data checklist NSN, Part number of Material frequent requisition status online system to maintain a steady bench stock

Site water pipe layout and base closure experience as acting supervisor

Globe Marine Service - Saudi Arabia, 2008 January – 2009 August;

Duties and Responsibilities:

Heavy duty transportation of 30 tones plus ; Secured load and fastened with chains and straps

Driver in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Minor service repair of the truck

Daily truck service checks

Checked engine oil level / water levels / fan belt / power steering fluid / brake fluid

Checked battery terminals / water level condition

Drainage of water at brake air tank

Checked tire pressure

Changed engine oil and fuel filter at 1,500 kms depending on road conditions

Normeca AS Norway – Sudan, 2007 January - 2007 December;

Duties and Responsibilities:

Transported construction material and Hospital staff

Operated a 9 tones HIAB crane mounted on the truck

Operated wheel loader; Forklift ; Backhoe

Accountable for hospital machinery and warehouse daily operations

Controller of fleet of vehicles

Radio Call communication; received detailed coded information

Driver / Motor Vehicle Mechanic - Diagnosed Vehicle, major and minor engine Services

Transported construction machinery using heavy Semi trailer truck and heavy truck

Truck Driver / Motor Vehicle Mechanic;

Automobile Association of Kenya, 2002 September - January 2007;

Duties and Responsibilities:

Diagnosed Vehicle, major and minor engine Services

Roadside rescue of vehicles; Repair / Service Engine Various trouble shooting parts of trucks

Booked / recorded jobs from clients, recruiting clients (A.A Members.)

Controller of fleet of vehicles

Regional warehouse and purchasing officer

Compiled monthly reports

Towed and recovered heavy trucks / light truck vehicles

Radio Call communication - received detailed coded information and implementing

Accomplishments:

Certificate of Appreciation from United States Colonel Commander, USAF, HHC, 5-158 Aviation

DynCorp International Fob Shindand Achievement of Excellence

Certificate of Appreciation and monthly Safety award from DynCorp Intl.

US Military and Special Forces Coin ; IRE IN ADVERSA – CSM WILLIAM B. WARD Presented for Excellence

Seven times US Military Certificate of Appreciation for Valuable Contribution

Relevant Trainings and Certifications:

Basic Military Training; Discipline, Fire arms trained, first aid, parade drill, National Youth Service, 1997

Certified Fire Warden

Waste Water Treatment Training by Military and online Certification, 2010

Motor Vehicle Overhauling Practical and trade Theory

Regional warehouse purchasing and maintenance officer

Entrepreneurship

Radio communication

9 tones Crane Operator

Backhoe / JCB Operator

Shovel / Wheel Loader Operator

Bus Driver and Fork lift Operator

Heavy Truck driver /Semi trailer; Arctic Special Type Driver

Certified 3000 gallons per hour Rowpu operator by United States Army

Water Laboratory Technician and treating Water to United States Army / military standards

DynCorp Designated competent person licensed.

Certified On - job training Power tactical quiet generator mechanic

Sanitary Control and Surveillance of field Water Supplies

Significant Work Experience:

Bob's Motor Sports, 1999 September - November 1999

Kenya Bus Services Limited, 2000 September - December 2000

Marshall's E.A (Peugeot), 2000 September - December 2000

Hobbies and Interests:

Playing basketball and Volley ball and traveling

REFEREES

Please feel free to contact the under mentioned in regard to my competence, work ethic, performance and / or any other aspect with respect to me:-

Mr. Ray Cantu

Fluor International - Afghanistan

E-mail: adpxk3@r.postjobfree.com

Mr. Joe Mungai

Smartsource Technical Director.

Tel: +254*********

Mr. Stephen M. Mwangi

Wilson Airport

P.O. Box 425**-*****

Tel: +254*********

Nairobi

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