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Alexander McKeown

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Reliable dry fire technician well-trained in safety procedures and emergency response. Efficient and hardworking I am detail-oriented and systematic about my work. Easy going, team player.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Traffic Controller

Who Dares
Leichhardt
01.2024 - Current
  • Utilized two-way radios for communication between dispatchers or other field personnel concerning changes in traffic conditions due to accidents or inclement weather.
  • Maintained logs detailing all activities performed during assigned shifts including incident reports, work orders completed and any other relevant information.
  • Coordinated with other agencies such as police departments, fire stations, utility companies and public works departments on traffic control plans.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations by providing direction to drivers and managing the flow of vehicular traffic.

Dry Fire Technician/tester

Aspire Fire
Belrose
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Repaired or replaced defective components of fire alarm systems such as circuit boards, wiring harnesses, relays and other devices.
  • Performed routine maintenance on all fire protection equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Adhered strictly to all industry safety guidelines when working on hazardous materials such as combustible liquids or gases.
  • Maintained records of system tests and repairs performed in accordance with requured standards.

Electrical Apprentice

Simon McKay Electrical
North Balgowlah
02.2017 - 12.2019
  • Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
  • Pulled wires through conduit runs using fish tapes or pull strings when necessary.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all work performed.
  • Installed conduit systems including EMT, rigid conduit, flexible conduit.
  • Assembled junction boxes according to code requirements.
  • Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and other components as needed.
  • Inspected transformers and circuit breakers to identify any potential issues before they become major problems.
  • Identified problems with circuits or equipment using testing devices such as multimeters or oscilloscopes.
  • Repaired faulty or damaged components on existing electrical systems.
  • Installed and maintained electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in accordance with local codes and regulations.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical documents for installation of new systems.
  • Connected cables from service entrance to meters and main distribution panel boards.
  • Tested electrical systems to ensure proper functioning and safety.
  • Installed ground fault circuit interrupter outlets per code requirements.
  • Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes or electrical conduit using power saws or cutting torches.
  • Performed preventive maintenance procedures on electrical systems.
  • Used hand tools such as wire strippers, cutters to prepare wires for connections to boxes, terminals.

Education

Higher School Certificate -

SHORE
North Sydney, NSW
12-2016

Cert III Electrotechnology - Electrotechnology

TAFE
Brookvale, NSW

Skills

  • Rough in and fit off dry fire equipment
  • Maintenance and repairs of emergency lighting/dry fire equipment
  • White Card
  • Traffic Controller Ticket

Timeline

Traffic Controller

Who Dares
01.2024 - Current

Dry Fire Technician/tester

Aspire Fire
01.2020 - 12.2020

Electrical Apprentice

Simon McKay Electrical
02.2017 - 12.2019

Higher School Certificate -

SHORE

Cert III Electrotechnology - Electrotechnology

TAFE
Alexander McKeown