Michael Graham
Kumasi
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Electrical Technician Engineer
Electricity Company Of Ghana
06.2010 - Current
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Disconnected and removed motors and pumps.
- Maintained detailed records of all repairs, maintenance tasks, and inventory for accurate tracking purposes.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
- Inspected equipment for defects and safety hazards and completed necessary repairs.
- Assisted with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular electrical duties.
- Obtained measurements and readings using volt and ohm meters, meggers, IC testers and dial indicators.
- Enhanced system efficiency by performing routine maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.
- Connected electrical systems to external power sources and programmed automated control systems to protect equipment from high voltage.
- Assisted in new equipment installations, guaranteeing proper setup and optimal performance.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and repairing faulty electrical components promptly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete complex projects within deadlines.
- Enhanced team productivity through training junior technicians on best practices and procedures.
- Safeguarded personnel and equipment by adhering to strict safety protocols during all tasks.
- Provided outstanding customer service during site visits, addressing client concerns promptly while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Collaborated with IT department to resolve networking issues.
- Used information in technical diagrams, schematics, and manuals to understand operations and make successful repairs.
- Conferred with engineers and designers to investigate and solve failure issues.
- Prepared yearly and technical budgets for electricity projects.
- Implemented operational timelines for service shut-offs to be observed.
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Conducted rigorous quality assurance tests, identifying areas of improvement for product optimization.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Computer Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana 06.2015
Higher National Diploma - Electrical/ Electronic Engineering
Cape Coast Technical University
Cape Coast, Ghana 12.2002
Accomplishments
- Trained and mentored ten junior personnel in preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting procedures and damage control.
- Supervised team of twelve staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Affiliations
A member, Professional Engineer of Ghana Institution of Engineering
Timeline
Principal Electrical Technician Engineer
Electricity Company Of Ghana
06.2010 - Current
Bachelor Of Science - Computer Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Higher National Diploma - Electrical/ Electronic Engineering
Cape Coast Technical University
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