Karabo Victor Tau
ELECTRICIAN
727 Rametsi Street Tlhabane
Summary
As a qualified electrician in 2024, I have honed my skills and expertise
through a comprehensive apprenticeship that began in 2016 and ended in
2022. Throughout my journey, I have diligently worked and gained
valuable hands-on experience, equipping me with the knowledge and
competence needed to excel in the field of electrical work.I have developed
a deep understanding of electrical systems and a track record of delivering
efficient and troubleshooting solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Apprentice Electrician
Eskom Holdings Soc NWOU
Rustenburg, North West
03.2016 - 09.2023
- Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement, or repair.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards and defects.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Identified and studied electrical problems to determine correct solutions.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Optimized work readiness with organized tools and spaces.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Worked under supervision of senior electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Installed single and three phase meters
- Installed single and three phase transformers with an incoming of 11KV /22KV
- Repaired a 11KV and 22KV line conductor
- Repair /replaced 230v cable for customers
- Repair /replaced 380V 3phase cable for customers
- Substation monthly inspection
- Pole mounted breakers monthly inspection
- Silica gel replacement and oil refill
- Annual line inspection (11kv and 22kv)
- Fault finding and sectionalising of the network
Education
Trade Certificate - 26D
Colliery Training College
Witbank Mpumalanga 06.2022 - 12.2022
National Senior Certificate -
JM Ntsime High School
Mogwase 01.2007 - 12.2009
Engineering Studies - N2-N4
Orbit Tvet College
Mogwase 01.2015 - 12.2017
Skills
Commercial and residential wiring
Timeline
Trade Certificate - 26D
Colliery Training College
06.2022 - 12.2022
Apprentice Electrician
Eskom Holdings Soc NWOU
03.2016 - 09.2023
Engineering Studies - N2-N4
Orbit Tvet College
01.2015 - 12.2017
National Senior Certificate -
JM Ntsime High School
01.2007 - 12.2009
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