Ronald Tigalana
Electrical Technician
Kampala,UG
Summary
Adept Electrical Technician with a proven track record at Africa Power, enhancing system efficiency and safety through meticulous installations and maintenance. Skilled in electrical troubleshooting and fostering team collaboration, I significantly improved energy consumption and customer satisfaction. Expertise in solar power supplies underscores my commitment to quality and innovation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Technician
Power Africa
Kampala, Uganda
02.2021 - Current
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Installed, adjusted and calibrated electrical equipment and instrumentation to maintain proper performance.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Installed, maintained and repaired motors and pumps.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, maintenance tasks, and inventory for accurate tracking purposes.
- Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Enhanced system efficiency by performing routine maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.
- Assisted in new equipment installations, guaranteeing proper setup and optimal performance.
- Improved energy consumption by conducting regular energy audits and implementing recommendations.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and repairing faulty electrical components promptly.
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
- Implemented preventive maintenance plans that significantly reduced unplanned outages across multiple facilities.
- Provided outstanding customer service during site visits, addressing client concerns promptly while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
Installation Technician
Mehta Electricals Uganda
Kampala, Uganda
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Maintained high level of safety when using hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing, and drilling of various types of installations.
- Minimized downtime for customers by troubleshooting issues promptly after initial installation, ensuring smooth operation of systems installed.
- Collaborated with sales teams to ensure seamless transition from sales to installation, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Assisted in training new technicians, sharing best practices for efficient installations and high-quality results.
- Installed and configured new equipment and systems according to company standards.
- Maintained updated knowledge of all equipment, products, and services to properly educate customers.
- Scheduled and performed maintenance, repair and upgrades of existing equipment and systems.
- Followed all company guidelines regarding safety procedures when out in field.
- Continuously updated knowledge on industry trends and emerging technologies, enhancing skillset as an Installation Technician.
Education
High School Diploma -
Uganda Military Engineering College
Lugazi 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Nakawa Vocational College
Kampala 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Buzaya Secondary School
Kamuli 04.2001 -
Skills
Electrical Installation
Solar Power design,supplies and installation
Quality testing
Electrical Safety
Electrical Troubleshooting
Electrical AutoCAD designs
Blueprint interpretation
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Swahili
Intermediate (B1)
Luganda
Advanced (C1)
Sogi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Electrical Technician
Power Africa
02.2021 - Current
Installation Technician
Mehta Electricals Uganda
02.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Uganda Military Engineering College
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Nakawa Vocational College
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Buzaya Secondary School
04.2001 -