Nathan Adams
Dubbo,NSW
Summary
Seasoned Maintenance Electrician with a robust background at WaterNSW, showcasing expertise in electrical installations and motor testing. Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence, including flood operation training and emergency response. Proven leadership in managing critical situations, complemented by a physically fit profile and adeptness in power supply connections.
Since being at Waternsw I started off as a maintenance officer and worked my way up to the head electrical for the central west have worked through the fish river area Wyangala dam burrendong windamere and warren area.
Have been in all the past floods from 2016 on and have been on call since 2017 at burrendong dam and the areas under burrendong sending in ops in every morning with the level of the dam the inflows and releases from the valves, Also open and closes gates at Warren area and as well as opening valves at Windermere dam.
and also have knowledge of the scada systems through the central west.
all in a safe work place
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Electrician
WaterNSW
Burrendong Dam Mumbil , NSW
04.2016 - Current
- Analyzed and documented test results.
- Provided technical support on site when needed.
- Maintained equipment documents.
- Used power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment to complete electrical installations.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Monitored the performance of all installed electrical systems to identify problems in a timely manner.
- Replaced defective parts such as switches, fuses, relays, contactors and timers.
- Dismantled malfunctioning electric motors and tested them for continuity using ohmmeters.
- Dismantled electrical components using hand tools to disconnect and restore wiring connections.
- Installed and updated electrical appliances, fixtures and systems.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of all electrical installations for compliance with applicable codes.
Electrician
Dubbo pet food
Dubbo, NSW
03.2014 - 02.2016
- Leveraged drawings and manuals to design and implement electrical systems for new installations.
- Diagnosed issues in electrical circuits and equipment and took proper corrective or preventive measures for repair.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Coordinated and executed installation of electrical wiring and fixtures according to job specifications and local codes.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components to locate cause of breakdowns and correct problems.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems using schematics diagrams and test instruments such as digital multimeters.
- Maintained current electrician's license or identification card to meet governmental regulations.
- Planned and installed complicated circuit systems in both commercial and residential construction.
- Led teams and delegated tasks to install, maintain, or repair electrical systems and wiring.
- Identified and addressed hazards, defects and repair requirements through inspection of electrical equipment.
- Reviewed and assessed electrical, mechanical and architectural diagrams and specifications to accurately complete projects.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Conducted troubleshooting operations on complex industrial machinery requiring advanced knowledge of electricity.
Electrical Technician
country energy
Dubbo, NSw
01.2007 - 03.2014
- Built, calibrated and maintained electrical instruments used in design development processes.
- Assisted in the development of safety procedures for working with hazardous materials.
- Calibrated instruments used for testing purposes in order to maintain accuracy of readings.
- Maintained inventory of parts for immediate and emergency repairs.
- Calculated design specifications or cost, material and resource estimates.
- Conducted performance tests on newly installed equipment to ensure optimal operation.
- Utilized specialized tools such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters to diagnose problems within circuitry.
- Connected and repaired equipment based on mechanical drawings and electrical prints.
- Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
- Climbed towers, worked in confined crawl spaces and worked flexible, non-standard workweek.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair.
- Installed new electrical wiring and equipment in accordance with local codes and regulations.
- Collected and analyzed data and created reports based on findings.
- Improved electrical installations by standardizing procedures for production and field personnel.
- Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
Apprentice Electrician
country energy
Dubbo, NSw
01.1999 - 11.2006
- Collaborated with architects on electrical systems design for new construction.
- Inspected electrical components to identify hazards, defects, or potential repairs in compliance with codes.
- Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Performed installation, maintenance and tests of electrical energy systems and components by safely using all equipment and tools.
- Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks.
- Used specialized diagnostic tools to locate faults in complex electrical systems.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on existing electrical systems.
- Used power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment to complete electrical installations.
- Maintained records of installation activities by completing forms and reports as required.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning systems or components.
- Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
- Pulled insulated wires or cables through conduits to complete circuits.
- Fabricated parts according to specifications using hand and power tools.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning wiring using test equipment to locate faults.
- Tested functions of installed electricity control and distribution apparatus for dependability or adjustments.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with various types of control systems.
- Identified potential problems before they occur by inspecting equipment regularly.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Certificate 3 in Water Industry Operations
Water Training Australia
Dubbo09-2017
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Tafe
Dubbo, NSW01-2003
High School Diploma -
Delroy High School
Dubbo11-1998
Skills
- Hand tools
- Power supply connection
- Motor testing
- Electrical panel upgrades
- Diagram reading
- Electrical equipment repair
- Physically fit
- Electrical safety
- Electrical installations
- flood operations
- operations
- Accreditation of Burrendong, Windamere, and Warren area
- On call for three of the areas under the Macquarie River and area
- Reading valve graphs and have done flood operation training since 2016
- Open and closing of valves and weirs around the Macquarie area
- have been involved in all floods since 2016 working night shift and day shifts and call outs working weekends and after hours
Certification
electrical license
HR truck License
Forklift license
Accomplishments
- Surveillance and Accreditation of Burrendong Windamere Warren
- Certification 3 in electrical trade
- certification 3 in water ops
Timeline
Maintenance Electrician
WaterNSW
04.2016 - Current
Electrician
Dubbo pet food
03.2014 - 02.2016
Electrical Technician
country energy
01.2007 - 03.2014
Apprentice Electrician
country energy
01.1999 - 11.2006
electrical license
HR truck License
Forklift license
Certificate of Technical Studies - Certificate 3 in Water Industry Operations
Water Training Australia
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Tafe
High School Diploma -
Delroy High School
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