Relux
Nontokozo Happiness Buthelezi
Electrical Technologist
Pretoria west
Summary
Dedicated Electrical Technologist with three years of hands-on experience in municipal settings, specializing in the maintenance of high voltage (HV) and low voltage (LV) electrical systems, along with meter installation. Proven expertise in designing and planning electrical projects, supported by foundational experience as an electrical technician providing service consultations. Highly skilled in diagnosing faults, soldering, and troubleshooting electronic systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Committed to delivering high-quality results while adhering to safety standards and industry best practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Electrical Engineering Graduate
Alfred Duma Local Municipality
10.2023 - 09.2026
- Identifying cable faults by using a megger tester to measure insulation resistance by applying a high voltage to the circuit. This helps to identify potential problems with the insulation, such as damage or degradation.
- Pin pointing the exact point where the cable is damaged by using a cable thumper by injecting a high voltage DC surge into a faulty cable.
- Connecting and energizing a transformer.
- Connecting and energizing a mini-Substation.
- MV cable joint.
- Connecting a service box/ pillar box.
- Attending to all lights out (customer premises).
- Digging holes for pole planting using picks and shovels.
- Terminating and connecting MV cables.
Test and Repair Technician
Screamer Repair Services
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Testing and Repairing of Power Supply and RF radios
- Testing Siae Microlettronica and repairing the unit when faulty.
- Test, troubleshoot and repair complex digital and analog circuits down to component level utilizing established quality processes and standards.
- Troubleshoot and repair hardware from a wide variety of sensors, circuit boards and equipment from diverse vintages.
- Test electronics units using standard test equipment, oscilloscope, multi-meter, signal generator, frequency counter, power supplies, etc.
- Soldering/de-soldering components on products (Through-hole and surface mounts).
- Maintain proper inventory levels of components needed to repair assigned products.
- Perform final testing and quality assurance procedures before placing in the shipping area.
- Meet or exceed production goals and deadlines.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Equipment
- Siae Microlettronica indoor units
- RF Radios
- VODACOM DPR 1600/48
- VODACOM / TELKOM APR 48-3G / RAPR 48-3G
- VODACOM / TELKOM APR1248 / APR48 /RAR1
- VODACOM / TELKOM APR3048
- VODACOM DPR850 B -48
Assistant Stores Administrator
Screamer Telecoms
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Expediting orders to ensure that the priority plan is valid.
- React to MRP Exception messages.
- Updating of new delivery dates in SAP to optimize MRP effectiveness.
- Issuing components to technicians via Omni system.
- Planning deliveries to keep the stock levels at minimum levels whilst keeping the priority plan current.
- Regular stock counting.
Junior Electrical Technician Intern
Lesedi Technical Engineering Consulting
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Electrical building service design and consulting
- Assist Technicians during design of electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems utilising approved software and other analysis tools (validated spreadsheets) to satisfy codes, standards, project and quality requirements
- Assist in the compilation of design reports drawings, specifications and other relevant project documentation.
- Assist in the estimation of labour, material and construction costs.
- Undertake site support activities during construction and/or commissioning
- Attend meetings and site inspections
- Assist with drawings using AutoCAD and Revit
- Street/Road/ Public Lighting project using ULYSSE, DiaLux and Relux
Test and Repair Trainee Technician
Screamer Telecoms
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Testing and Repairing of Network Systems & procedure
- Test, troubleshoot and repair complex digital and analog circuits down to component level utilizing established quality processes and standards
- Troubleshoot and repair hardware from a wide variety of sensors, circuit boards and equipment from diverse vintages
- Test electronics units using standard test equipment, oscilloscope, multi-meter, signal generator, frequency counter, power supplies, etc.
- Soldering/de-soldering components on products (Through-hole and surface mounts)
- Maintain proper inventory levels of components needed to repair assigned products
- Perform final testing and quality assurance procedures before placing in the shipping area
- Meet or exceed production goals and deadlines
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Equipment
- DSLAM – Marconi
- DRMASS - NEC MK 1&2
- Optic Fiber SDI-I Surpass hit 70xx series - Nokia Siemens
- ADVA - fiber optic platforms
- PDH - Alcatel 1531;1521
- UMC - ADSL TX cards ( EI, STMI, etc...)
- Mini Link RF - Ericsson Radio
- Point to Point radio: Dragon wave, Vector star, Cambium, Radwin
Optic Fiber Technician – In service training
Amon Technologies
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Install and maintain fibre optic telecommunications, such as broadband, mobile and landline phone networks, and digital systems.
- Set up fibre optic telecommunication and data networks
- Lay underground and underfloor fibre optic cabling
- Test systems and find and fix any faults
- Design, build and test fibre optic equipment
- Liaise with customers in person, on the phone or online
- Maintain detailed records of each job
- Working in clients’ homes or businesses
- Working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Constructing a proper slice case as well as preparing and maintaining records, diagrams and schematics relating to the splice case.
- Splicing, testing and troubleshooting of fibre sites and links
- Documenting and reporting on work completed
- Maintaining project and safety documentation
- Inspecting fibre routes and hub sites as preventative maintenance
- Ensuring all attended sites are clearly labelled
- Allocating faults and mobilizing resources within minimal time to counter fault
- Restoring links quickly and effectively
- Run fibre optic cables underground or aerial and perform premises cabling be required to climb telephone poles and crawl in small spaces for installation purposes
- Splicing, testing, and troubleshooting of fibre sites and links.
- Inspecting fibre routes and hub sites as preventative maintenance.
Education
Baccalaureus Technologiae (BTECH) -
Tshwane University of Technology
06.2023
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
01.2018
Grade 12 - undefined
Ladysmith Secondary School
01.2013
Skills
COMPUTER LITERACY:
Microsoft Office Package
Microsoft Teams
AutoCAD Software
Lighting Calculations Software ( DiaLux, Ulysse, Relux )
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Decision making and ability to negotiate
Good knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of electrical engineering
Able to demonstrate team working skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and attention to details
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Electronic board level repairs
Testing and commissioning
Board level soldering and fault finding
Transmission testing and repair
SMD soldering rework
Personal Information
- Available: Immediately
- ID Number: 9512200432081
- Ethnicity: African
- Date of Birth: 20/12/1995
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 10
- Marital Status: Single
Certification
Name: ECSA
References
- MR, Dlamini, Senior Electrician, 073 375 4029, Alfred Duma Local Municipality
- Fortune, Mpofu, Electrical Engineer, 078 084 6417, Lesedi Technical Engineering Consulting
- Brian, Ntialane, Electronics repairs manager, 083 291 5496, Screamer Electronics services
Software
Dialux
AutoCad
Timeline
Electrical Engineering Graduate
Alfred Duma Local Municipality
10.2023 - 09.2026
Test and Repair Technician
Screamer Repair Services
01.2022 - 09.2023
Assistant Stores Administrator
Screamer Telecoms
09.2020 - 12.2021
Junior Electrical Technician Intern
Lesedi Technical Engineering Consulting
09.2020 - 09.2021
Test and Repair Trainee Technician
Screamer Telecoms
06.2019 - 08.2020
Optic Fiber Technician – In service training
Amon Technologies
06.2017 - 05.2019
National Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Grade 12 - undefined
Ladysmith Secondary School
Baccalaureus Technologiae (BTECH) -
Tshwane University of Technology