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Derrick Owori
Electrical Helper
Kampala,Uganda
Summary
Hardworking, punctual and resourceful worker with over 5 years working as a top electrical helper. Effective collaborator skilled at following directions with no supervision. Dedicated to reliability and overall safety.
Skilled and well-versed in state and local codes and regulations. Strong knowledge base acquired over 5 years of apprenticeship experience. Trained in new installations and repair work with exceptional abilities in testing and checking systems. Detail-oriented aims to fulfill technical opportunity to contribute 5years of experience in related roles.
Eager to contribute value to team through strong troubleshooting and diagnostics skills combined with superior repair abilities, Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Electrical Top Helper
Jk Global Engineers
Kampala , Uganda
01.2021 - 11.2023
- 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.
- Checked and performed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in walls and floors.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and electrical schematics to determine layout of electrical systems.
- Assisted like 2 electricians in basic tasks such as handling tools and completing maintenance work orders.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and other electrical components.
- Loaded and unloaded tools, materials and equipment from 2 work trucks and storage containers per month
Electrician
Zenith Infrastructuer Limited
Kampala , Uganda
11.2018 - 10.2020
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Stored and maintained over 10 power tools and equipment for each job.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using over 10 various hand tools and power tools.
Education
Certificate Of Level II Dosmestic Electricain - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
Nakawa Vocational Training Institute
Kampala Uganda 01.2018 - 12.2018
Certificate In Electrical Installation Systems - Electrical Equipment Installation And Repair
Nakawa Vocational Training Institute
Kampala Uganda 01.2016 - 12.2017
Skills
Physical strength
Safety standards and protocols
Hand and power tools
Troubleshooting skills
Commercial construction
Residential construction
Analytical and critical thinking
Verbal and written communication
Team collaboration
Multitasking abilities
Ability to work in confined spaces and work at height
Fluent in English
Dependable and Responsible
Site house keeping
Maintenance and repair
Working overtime, weekends, and emergency
Interests
Volunteering
Adventures
Bible reading
Gospel music
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Electrical Top Helper
Jk Global Engineers
01.2021 - 11.2023
Electrician
Zenith Infrastructuer Limited
11.2018 - 10.2020
Certificate Of Level II Dosmestic Electricain - Electrical And Power Transmission Installation
Nakawa Vocational Training Institute
01.2018 - 12.2018
Certificate In Electrical Installation Systems - Electrical Equipment Installation And Repair
Nakawa Vocational Training Institute
01.2016 - 12.2017