Damon Hopkins
Karratha,WA
Summary
My employment experience has equipped me with a broad base of interpersonal and communication skills. I have developed excellent problem solving skills. I have a high commitment to safe work practices and employer goals. I have especially high work standards. I am trustworthy, loyal, cooperative, helpful and a dedicated person. I enjoy challenges and meeting new people. I take pride in knowing I have completed a good day's work.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
Profleet
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
Road Train Operator
Clint Taylor
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Conferred with conductors and traffic control center personnel via radio phones to issue and receive information concerning stops, delays and oncoming trains.
- Monitored gauges and meters to measure speed, amperage, battery charge and air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs.
- Climbed on and off train cars to set or release hand brakes, couple and uncouple air hoses between rail cars and remove and replace broken knuckles.
- Operated automated systems to propel trains, add or remove cars and switch cars around to unload freight.
Essential services officer
Nananjura Council
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Directed flow of traffic in construction zones and guided vehicles around automobile accidents.
- Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
- Responded to emergency calls relayed from dispatcher or supervisors and communicated situation details to other officers.
- Interrogated suspects and witnesses to investigate crime scenes and criminal actions.
Trade Assistant
Prince Construction
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Spoke with peers to verify task completion, meeting tight deadlines, and schedules.
- Assisted supervisor with various daily tasks which improved productivity and resulted in better efficiency.
- Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
- Researched and promptly tackled problems, resulting in decreased resolution times and rise in customer retention.
Senior Drillers Assistant
K&J Drilling Pty Ltd, Kalgoorlie
01.2002 - 01.2006
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
Production Besser Blocks for Ngaanyatjarra Services Building Program
Warburton Brickworks
01.1996 - 01.2002
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
Education
Skills
- Responsible and Reliable
- Ability to work independently or a part of a team
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Organisation and Time Management
Tickets
- Front End Loader
- Tip Truck Operations
- Backhoe Loader Operations
- WA Full C Class Licence (MC)
Additional Information
Alex Alcock | Project Engineer | 0401200341
Aaron Hopkins | Brick Works Manager | 0401046277
Mick Martin | National Drilling | 0417218859
Timeline
Electrician
Profleet
01.2024 - 03.2024
Road Train Operator
Clint Taylor
01.2012 - 01.2014
Essential services officer
Nananjura Council
01.2008 - 01.2012
Trade Assistant
Prince Construction
01.2006 - 01.2008
Senior Drillers Assistant
K&J Drilling Pty Ltd, Kalgoorlie
01.2002 - 01.2006
Production Besser Blocks for Ngaanyatjarra Services Building Program
Warburton Brickworks
01.1996 - 01.2002
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