Ruan J Vuyk
Semi-skilled Electrician
Uvongo
Summary
Detail-oriented Apprentice Electrician aims to fulfill electrical engineering opportunity to contribute 4 years of experience in related roles in the field. Eager to contribute value to team through strong troubleshooting and diagnostics skills combined with substantial repair abilities.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Apprentice Electrician
TTT Cranes - Gert Cronje - 0723376829
Richards Bay
02.2019 - 08.2022
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Provided layouts for new electrical system and component installations by reading and interpreting drawings accurately.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Assessed electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and needed adjustments or repairs.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Panel wiring of contactor systems - forward/reverse, safety switches, timers, DOL (direct-on-line), control circuits, remote access control transformers etc.
- Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement or repair.
- Increased job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical and regulation publications.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.
1st Year Apprentice Electrician
Eltek Electrical - Andre Stander - 0763712545
Empangeni
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Worked under supervision of the employer to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement or repair.
- Installed appropriate parts to bring electrical power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or cooling systems.
- Provided layouts for new electrical system and component installations by reading and interpreting drawings accurately..
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
Education
Electrical Engineering
Umfolozi TVET College
Richards Bay, South-Africa 01.2016 - 07.2017
Matric - Higher Education
Suid-Natal High School
Port Shepstone 01.2010 - 12.2015
Skills
System modification
Electrical repair
Commercial and residential wiring
Electrical and mechanical schematics
Circuit Diagrams
EMT/PVC Conduit
Electrical systems
Electrical troubleshooting
Safety standards and protocols
Instrumentation & Controls
Hand and power tools
Wiring Termination Requirements
3 Phase Circuitry
120/208 Volt Installs
Lighting Systems
ESL- English as Second Language
Timeline
Apprentice Electrician
TTT Cranes - Gert Cronje - 0723376829
02.2019 - 08.2022
1st Year Apprentice Electrician
Eltek Electrical - Andre Stander - 0763712545
01.2018 - 01.2019
Electrical Engineering
Umfolozi TVET College
01.2016 - 07.2017
Matric - Higher Education
Suid-Natal High School
01.2010 - 12.2015