Damien Johnston
Bentleigh
Summary
Resourceful candidate eager to utilize technical and mechanical skills. Adept at identifying and solving problems with good understanding of electrical systems, troubleshooting and repair. Flexible and adaptable with physical stamina to work in demanding environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
A Grade Electrician
Detector Inspector
06.2023 - Current
- Improved household safety by conducting regular inspections, identifying potential hazards, and implementing corrective actions.
- Enhanced system efficiency with routine maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems in commercial and residential settings.
- Successfully completed complex electrical installations for various projects, ensuring adherence to local codes and regulations.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting project specifications and expectations.
- Consistently maintained accurate records of all jobs performed, including materials used, labor hours, and any necessary follow-up actions.
A-Grade Electrician
Symmetry Solar
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours, including weekends and away work.
B Grade Electrician
Braetex Electrical Contractors
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Completed general labor tasks such as loading and unloading materials, cleaning up job sites.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Apprentice Electrician
MCore Electrical Solutions
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches and circuit-breaker panels.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
Apprentice Electrician
Prana Energy Co
10.2018 - 04.2022
- Managed new apprentices and trade assistants.
- Measured up and installed mounting hardware for solar systems.
- Read and followed wiring diagrams to wire up roofs and inverters whilst making changes where appropriate.
- Installed and fit off isolators to manufacturer specifications.
- Measuring up and installed inverters along with appropriate weather protection and isolators.
- Measured, cut and installed cable tray and conduit.
- Installing and fit off network cabling.
- Assisting with shutdowns.
- Working on MSBs and Distribution boards.
Sales Assistant
Anaconda
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Sales
- Opening and closing store
- Despatch work
- Stock replenishing
- Stocktakes
- Cleaning
Brighton Secondary College, Maintenance
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Painting
- Cleaning
- Minor demolition
- Building of structures
Education
Certificate III Electro-Technology -
Holmesglen Institute Moorabbin
Melbourne, VIC01.2023
Certificate II Electro-Technology -
Holmesglen Institute
Moorabbin, VIC2017
Information Technology - Information Technology
RMIT
Melbourne Airport, VIC2015
Brighton Secondary College
Brighton, VIC2013
Skills
- Skills and Personal attributes
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Being open to ideas
- Creative
- Reliable
- Energetic
- Attention to detail
- Technical Aptitude
- Manual Drivers License
- Working With Children Check
- Working at heights
References
Amitai Cohen
Electrical Supervisor at Detector Inspector
Telephone: 0400 055 656
Rochelle Poulton
A-Grade at MCore Electrical Solutions
Telephone: 0472 610 029
Ryan Assigal
Owner of Willco, previously A-Grade at Prana Energy
Telephone: 0439 860 744
Timeline
A Grade Electrician
Detector Inspector
06.2023 - Current
A-Grade Electrician
Symmetry Solar
04.2023 - 06.2023
B Grade Electrician
Braetex Electrical Contractors
01.2023 - 02.2023
Apprentice Electrician
MCore Electrical Solutions
04.2022 - 01.2023
Apprentice Electrician
Prana Energy Co
10.2018 - 04.2022
Sales Assistant
Anaconda
01.2015 - 01.2019
Brighton Secondary College, Maintenance
01.2011 - 01.2013
Certificate III Electro-Technology -
Holmesglen Institute Moorabbin
Certificate II Electro-Technology -
Holmesglen Institute
Information Technology - Information Technology
RMIT
Brighton Secondary College
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