Jon Straatman
Upper Maffra West,VIC
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while undertaking cert 4 training and assessment
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrician
valley fire and security
Heyfield, VIC
08.2013 - Current
- Trained workers to install, maintain and repair smoke detection equipment and fixtures.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
- Inspected fire detection equipment and systems to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems using schematics diagrams and test instruments such as digital multimeters.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components to locate cause of breakdowns and correct problems.
- Responded to emergency callbacks and provided onsite support.
- Oversaw project details and adhered to diagnosis, wiring and OSHA regulations.
- Prepared sketches showing location of wiring and equipment and followed diagrams during installation process.
- Leveraged drawings and manuals to design and implement fire systems for new installations.
Electrical Contractor
self employed
Neerim South, VIC
03.2001 - 08.2013
- All aspects of electrical contracting in residential, commercial and industrial properties.
- Reviewed and monitored cost and man-hour budget for installation process to develop staff facilities, equipment, and tool requirement plan.
- Functioned as crew leader, overseeing work of lower-level licensed electricians and trade helpers.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Fabricated parts according to specifications using hand and power tools.
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Coordinated work with other trades such as HVAC technicians, plumbers and builders during installation process.
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
- Communicated with clients to convey deadlines, scope of work and potential challenges throughout project timeline.
- Conducted tests of circuits to ensure proper installation.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Education
cert 3 electrotechnology - Electrical
Yallourn Tafe
Yallourn, VIC01-1991
Year 11 - year 11
Neerim South Secondary Collage
Neerim South, VIC01-1987
Skills
- Commercial Construction Experience
- Field Installation
- Troubleshooting and Repairs
- Commercial and Residential Projects
Certification
- A grade electrician
- current police check
- current working with children check
Affiliations
- motorcycle enthusiast
- camping and fishing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electrician
valley fire and security
08.2013 - Current
Electrical Contractor
self employed
03.2001 - 08.2013
cert 3 electrotechnology - Electrical
Yallourn Tafe
Year 11 - year 11
Neerim South Secondary Collage
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