Matthew Schmidt
Electrical Fitter / Electrical Mechanic
Maryborough,QLD
Summary
Enthusiastic electrician eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the field. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilising consistent and organised practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organisational brand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Electrician
Allen Gillespies Electrical
Maryborough, QLD
07.2012 - Current
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- 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.
- Launched troubleshooting and tests on equipment post-installation to confirm compatibility and safety of electrical systems.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Enhanced quality control by inspecting condition of equipment and tools.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes.
Education
Apprenticeship - Electrical Fitter / Electrical Mechanic
Acacia Ridge TAFE
Acacia Ridge, QLD 03.2007 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Agricultural Engineering - Engineering
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD 03.1996 - 10.2001
Skills
Electrical equipment maintenance
Excellent interpersonal skills
Quality assurance
Pipe installation expertise
Time management
Mechanical aptitude
Strong customer focus
State and local electrical codes
Safety procedures and regulations
Understanding of client business requirements
Works well in a team environment
Residential construction
Voltmeter use
Familiarity with [Software Name] Electrical SoftwareAro
Commercial construction
Valid Queensland driver's license
Timeline
Electrician
Allen Gillespies Electrical
07.2012 - Current
Apprenticeship - Electrical Fitter / Electrical Mechanic
Acacia Ridge TAFE
03.2007 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Agricultural Engineering - Engineering
University of Southern Queensland
03.1996 - 10.2001