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Certification
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Duncan Erasmus

Bothaville

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dependable handyman with several years of experience in repair and maintenance fields. Flexible team player offering excellent manual labor skills. Proficient with mechanical and electric tools. Honest and hard-working Handyman with history of complying with deadlines and safety regulations. Proficient in plumbing and electrical repair. Resourceful general maintenance worker with several years of hands-on experience carrying out various maintenance tasks to avoid malfunctions. Skilled in analyzing repair requests, resolving and troubleshooting common failures and stocking adequate maintenance materials. Friendly and fastidious team player possessing outstanding hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Handyman

MDC Erasmus
Bothaville
02.2021 - Current
  • Performed basic carpentry work such as building, assembling, repairing furniture and cabinets.
  • Installed window treatments, doors, locksets, shelves and other fixtures.
  • Repaired plumbing problems such as leaking pipes, clogged drains and malfunctioning toilets.
  • Installed ceiling fans and lighting fixtures.
  • Replaced broken light switches and outlets.
  • Painted walls and ceilings to refresh the look of a room or area.
  • Provided landscaping services including mowing lawns, trimming hedges and planting flowers.
  • Inspected roofs for damage due to weather or age related wear-and-tear.
  • Repaired drywall holes using spackle or joint compound.
  • Cleaned gutters to ensure proper drainage.
  • Replaced faulty door handles, hinges and locks.
  • Sealed cracks in driveways with asphalt sealant.
  • Measured spaces for new tile flooring installation.
  • Installed kitchen appliances such as refrigerators and dishwashers.
  • Constructed outdoor decks using treated lumber.
  • Set up scaffolding around buildings for painting projects.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Repainted walls, removing old paint or wallpaper and preparing surfaces for new applications.
  • Used professional grade tools and equipment to perform wide range of handyman services.
  • Replaced burned-out light bulbs and performed basic electrical repairs.
  • Kept interior and exterior of buildings clean, safe and welcoming.
  • Built reputation for excellent handyman services by taking pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail.
  • Pulled damaged and old carpet and wood flooring to eliminate issues such as mold and remove outdated styles.
  • Fixed and managed electrical and plumbing problems.
  • Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
  • Maintained equipment, materials and tool inventory to meet repair or maintenance needs with minimal delay.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment using plumbing and electrical skills to keep properties clean and safe.
  • Responded quickly to service calls, including replacing filters, smoke alarms and locks to ensure safety and well being of tenants.
  • Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
  • Collaborated with facility managers to coordinate larger repairs.
  • Assisted with installing and maintaining electrical and power systems during remodeling projects.
  • Used rulers and micrometers to inspect parts and determine dimension requirements.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.

Farming Assistant

Chris Griffin Red River Land Company
Larimore North Dakota
02.2023 - 11.2023
  • Assisted in the preparation of farm land for planting crops, including tilling and plowing.
  • Maintained farming equipment, such as tractors, combines, seeders, and harvesters.
  • Performed general maintenance duties on the farm grounds, such as mowing grass and repairing fences.
  • Transported harvested produce from the field to storage areas or packing facilities.
  • Repaired broken tools and equipment used in farming activities.
  • Inspected stored grain bins for signs of spoilage or infestation issues.

Learner Builder

Building Contractors
Mosselbay
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Assisted in the demolition and removal of existing structures;.
  • Installed drywall, flooring, and other building materials;.
  • Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the specific materials required for each job;.
  • Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
  • Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
  • Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
  • Performed site activities required of green-certified construction practices.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
  • Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.

Silo Assistant

Senwes
Viljoenskroon
06.2016 - 11.2018
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.
  • Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations and correspondence.
  • Provided administrative support to senior management team.
  • Entered data into databases accurately and efficiently.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bothaville Hoërskool
Bothaville
11-2015

Some College (No Degree) - Basic Numeracy Skills

CVS College
Kempton Park

Some College (No Degree) - Business Principles

CVS College
Kempton Park

Affiliations

  • Hunting
  • Fishing
  • Outdoor life

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Certification

  • Drivers Licence Code 08

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Farming Assistant

Chris Griffin Red River Land Company
02.2023 - 11.2023

Handyman

MDC Erasmus
02.2021 - Current

Learner Builder

Building Contractors
02.2019 - 03.2020

Silo Assistant

Senwes
06.2016 - 11.2018
  • Drivers Licence Code 08

High School Diploma -

Bothaville Hoërskool

Some College (No Degree) - Basic Numeracy Skills

CVS College

Some College (No Degree) - Business Principles

CVS College

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