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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Deon Gerald

Tecnician
Chatsworth
Deon Gerald

Summary

Skilled Technician with expertise in electrical installations, plumbing repairs, and technical troubleshooting. Executes preventive maintenance to optimise functionality of household systems and electronic devices. Refurbishes and maintains printing equipment to enhance operational efficiency. Manages stock for uninterrupted service delivery and educates users on equipment operation.

Overview

39
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Universal Repairs and Maintenance

Technician
01.2020 - Current

Job overview

Executed electrical installations and repairs, ensuring functionality and safety of household systems.

Performed plumbing installations and repairs, enhancing water efficiency in residential environments.

Conducted sewer installation and repairs, maintaining hygiene and proper drainage for households.

Diagnosed and repaired gate motors, CCTV systems, and household appliances to ensure proper functionality.

XBC-IT
Johannesburg

Technician
10.2018 - 09.2019

Job overview

Functioned as hardware and software technician for Xerox printers at DB Schenker.

Delivered on-site technical support to uphold printer performance standards.

  • Diagnosed, troubleshot, and repaired hardware and software malfunctions efficiently.
  • Executed preventive maintenance to extend printer lifespan and optimize output quality.
  • Coordinated with colleagues to improve repair workflows and reduce service interruptions.
  • Educated users on effective printer operation and basic troubleshooting methods.
  • Managed stock of essential spare parts for uninterrupted service delivery.

Anlic Vehicle Diagnostics and repairs
Johannesburg

Owner Diagnostic and repair Technician
01.2013 - 08.2018

Job overview

Troubleshoot and resolve all vehicle issues

Bytes Document Solutions /Xerox
Johannesburg

Customer Support Service Engineer
08.2001 - 11.2012

Job overview

Provided technical support for software and hardware of Xerox printers at banking institutions.

Conducted thorough on-site troubleshooting and maintenance of printing equipment.

Executed routine inspections to maintain optimal printer performance.

  • Collaborated with bank personnel to efficiently resolve technical issues.

Toshiba /Mercedes Business Sytems
Johannesburg

Tecnical Support Specialist
05.1998 - 07.2001

Job overview

Provided technical support for Toshiba and Lanier printers and copiers, ensuring optimal functionality and customer satisfaction.

Xerox SA
Johannesburg

Refurbishing Technician
07.1997 - 04.1998

Job overview

Performed refurbishment of Xerox printer copiers and fax machines at workshop.
Executed maintenance protocols for reliable operation of printing equipment.
Resolved technical problems with copiers and fax machines efficiently.

Microsolve
Johannesburg

Electronics Technician
01.1997 - 06.1997

Job overview

component-level repairs on taxi meters and borehole controllers

Deons Electronics

Tecnician
01.1995 - 12.1996

Job overview

Executed repairs for televisions and radios, ensuring optimal functionality.

Performed repairs on all household appliances, enhancing user satisfaction.

Conducted electrical installations and repairs, adhering to safety standards.

Universal Business Forms

Printing Assistant
02.1987 - 09.1994

Job overview

Printing assistant for 24-inch Harris Graphics machines.

Education

Chatsworth Secondary

NVQ Level 2 from Music
1986

University Overview

Skills

  • Electrical installation and plumbing repair
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Pest management

Certification

Stuctural pest magement PCITA

Electronic Technical Institute

Code 8 Drivers Licence

Timeline

Technician
Universal Repairs and Maintenance
01.2020 - Current
Technician
XBC-IT
10.2018 - 09.2019
Owner Diagnostic and repair Technician
Anlic Vehicle Diagnostics and repairs
01.2013 - 08.2018
Customer Support Service Engineer
Bytes Document Solutions /Xerox
08.2001 - 11.2012
Tecnical Support Specialist
Toshiba /Mercedes Business Sytems
05.1998 - 07.2001
Refurbishing Technician
Xerox SA
07.1997 - 04.1998
Electronics Technician
Microsolve
01.1997 - 06.1997
Tecnician
Deons Electronics
01.1995 - 12.1996
Printing Assistant
Universal Business Forms
02.1987 - 09.1994
Chatsworth Secondary
NVQ Level 2 from Music
Deon GeraldTecnician