CHRIS MITCHELL
Rosebud,VIC
Summary
A professional, punctual, organised electrician, I have experience working on industrial machinery, PLC and motor control systems, large commercial construction sites, including large scale apartment developments, as well as residential new builds, home renovations, and home maintenance projects.
I am mechanically inclined with experience in repairing industrial machinery.
I have a good understanding of all aspects of electrical installation techniques, and experience working along side builders and other trade professionals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Fitter
Goodsight Vehicle Wash Equipment
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Installation and maintenance of automatic drive through car wash systems
- Interpreted schematic control wiring diagrams for new installations
- Fault finding using schematic wiring diagrams of existing machines
- Replacement of electrical motors, gearboxes, bearings as required
- Developed understanding of motor control, and industrial automation and fault finding of PLC control systems
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently following industry standards and company protocols for electrical fittings and installations.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed, including project specifications, materials used, and hours worked for efficient reporting and billing purposes.
- Streamlined workflow processes through effective communication with team members and supervisors on job progress and potential challenges faced during installation or repair jobs.
Maintenance Electrician
Magilton Electrical
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted electrical safety audits and checks verified by testing and visual inspection
- Repaired fault and wiring issues, after identifying hazards and problems
- Installed new equipment and modified existing equipment
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment
- Conducted periodic assessments of maintenance tools and equipment, ensuring they were in proper working order to maximize workplace efficiency.
After Sales Service and Support Electrician
Darkon
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked in conjunction with major electrical contracting companies to resolve issues involving lighting packages on site
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Conferred with R&D team to help develop products with and electrician's viewpoint
- Assisted Sales team with technical advice
- Inspected worksites and installations to rectify issues in lighting packages
- Maintenance and installation of machinery in lighting factory
Commercial Electrician
APEC
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Collaborated with construction teams for smooth project completion and adherence to timelines.
- Installed and maintained lighting and electrical systems.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections of electrical systems and addressing potential hazards, including site safety walks
- Completed large scale commercial data networks, power and lighting eg Amazon head office in Melbourne
COMPANY DIRECTOR. LEADING ELECTRICIAN.
Commelec services Pty Ltd
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Managed projects from medium renovations to 1.5 million dollar new builds, as well as small commercial projects
- Prepared quotes, created invoices, issued certificates of electrical safety
- project managed, supplied customer service, and ordered and managed stock
- Established a good working relationship with wholesaler and electrical inspector.
ELECTRICIAN AND AIR CONTIONING INSTALLER
Ezy Air conditioning and heating
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Gained skills and knowledge to install split and multi head systems
- Obtained Certificate II in Split systems air conditioning.
ELECTRICIAN
Accredited Power Saver
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Carried out Energy efficient lighting upgrades for residential and business customers
- Subcontracting electrician.
ELECTRICIAN (AMI installer)
Service Stream
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Experience working by myself, dealing with customers, and handling procedures.
APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN
Eledat Sevices
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Trained in all aspects of commercial electrical work, from small office fit-outs to construction of large factories
- Experienced and learned many aspects of electrical fit out from general wiring to fitting off of HV sub stations, temporary construction wiring, data networking, fault finding and resurrection.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Darkon Architectural Lighting
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Overseeing and managing large jobs; working with, and guiding a team
- Contact with, and worked alongside electricians
- Learned valuable skills: reading plans, drawings, wiring skills, welding, sheet metal work, basic carpentry.
Education
Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems -
Get Skilled Institute Campbellfield
12.2017
Smart Metering Course
Holmesglen Institute
Chadstone12.2011
Certificate III in Electrotechnology -
Holmesglen TAFE Moorabbin
12.2010
Skills
- Strong customer service focus
- Safety-conscious team player, leader and collaborator
- Self motivated
- Plan reading
- Ability to learn new tasks
- Critical thinking and planning skills
- Project management
- Broad understanding of electrical standards
- Takes pride in appearance and work
- Air conditioning, split system installation
- Wiring techniques
- Electrical Maintenance
- Lighting Systems
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Control systems
- AC and DC troubleshooting
- Electrical panel repair
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Component Replacement
Trade Tickets
- Current Vic manual licence (have own trade vehicle)
- Victorian A Grade Electrical license
- REC
- Red card
- VESI Passport up to date
- CPR
- Elevating work platform ticket EWPA
- License to perform high risk work. Class WP (work safe)
- ARC Refrigerant Handling Licence
- Design and install grid connect PV system
References
Dean PHILIPS, 0402 902 909
Timeline
Electrical Fitter
Goodsight Vehicle Wash Equipment
02.2023 - 02.2024
Maintenance Electrician
Magilton Electrical
03.2021 - 01.2023
After Sales Service and Support Electrician
Darkon
02.2019 - 01.2021
Commercial Electrician
APEC
01.2018 - 02.2019
ELECTRICIAN AND AIR CONTIONING INSTALLER
Ezy Air conditioning and heating
09.2016 - 12.2016
ELECTRICIAN
Accredited Power Saver
01.2013 - 01.2015
COMPANY DIRECTOR. LEADING ELECTRICIAN.
Commelec services Pty Ltd
01.2012 - 01.2018
ELECTRICIAN (AMI installer)
Service Stream
01.2012 - 01.2013
APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN
Eledat Sevices
01.2007 - 01.2011
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Darkon Architectural Lighting
01.2003 - 01.2007
Certificate II in Split Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems -
Get Skilled Institute Campbellfield
Smart Metering Course
Holmesglen Institute
Certificate III in Electrotechnology -
Holmesglen TAFE Moorabbin
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