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Overview
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Education
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Trainings Attended
Certification
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Gideon Kwesi Lartey

Gideon Kwesi Lartey

Tema

Summary

Dynamic Electrical Engineer with a proven track record in Data Centers, UPS installation and maintenance, Solar Systems, Battery Banks, CAT/DTV installations, AV system installations, and IPTV operations. Specializing in TV and satellite dish installations, excelling in troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities and adherence to safety protocols, as well as good knowledge in PC hardware and software repairs. Adept at leading teams and managing projects, delivering reliable solutions in high-pressure environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Electrician

Carnival Cruise line USA
12.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Ship - Carnival Dream
  • To assist the Chief Electrician with the maintenance and upkeep of the vessels electrical and electronic systems including:
  • All electrical equipment installed in the Engineering spaces
  • All Electrical equipment installed in the Galley and Catering outlets
  • All electrical equipment in the hotel spaces
  • Guest, Crew and public spaces electrical services
  • On-Call duties as per the department rotation.
  • Participate in all safety drills and training.
  • Adhere to all environmental regulations and procedures.
  • Diagnosed malfunctioning wiring using test equipment to locate faults.
  • Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in work areas.
  • Installed and tested electrical systems in accordance with safety regulations and industry standards.
  • Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.

TV and Satellite Installer

Leksat E-Plus Ventures
Accra
03.2014 - 12.2024
  • Performed maintenance and repairs of existing satellite systems.
  • IPTV configurations and knowledgeable in PC hardware and software.
  • Assembled and installed satellite dish and TV equipment, CATV/DTV installations.
  • Installed satellite dishes on customer rooftops according to specifications.
  • Identified and resolved signal reception issues.
  • Analyzed customer requirements, identified suitable solutions, and provided cost estimates for services requested by clients.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during installations.
  • Manually installed and replaced system components while on ladders or hands and knees in tight areas, attics, roofs and crawl spaces.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Field Maintenance Engineer (Power)

M-P Infrastructure Ghana ltd
05.2020 - 12.2024
  • Company Overview: Stationed at MTN Ghana Data Center
  • Ensure diesel consumption is monitored and requisition for supply done on time and reduce fuel consumption for all three 2500kva generators.
  • Supervised all vendors to perform preventive and curative maintenance in a timely manner as per the SLA requirement.
  • Carrying out first class troubleshooting of failed critical nodes and performing root cause analysis of the equipment failure.
  • Perform first level troubleshooting and rectification of faults on PLC, HMI, and electrical Power systems.
  • Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance of the data center and other facilities availability of uninterrupted power supply up to 99.99% every 24/7.
  • Carry out daily routine checks on all Switch Center equipment in: Three of 2500kva Generators, 11kV Lucy RMU and two of 2500kva Transformers, two of 2500kva AVR, two of 630A Switch-gears, Rectifiers, Eight of 600kva UPS with backup Battery banks, HPAC/CRAC units, comfort cooling systems, DC Plants and Other Electrical Installations.
  • Stationed at MTN Ghana Data Center

Assistant Technician

Comsec Technology Solutions
10.2017 - 05.2020
  • Team Lead, MTN Ghana Connect Store Off-grid Inverter and battery backup Project across the country.
  • Team Lead, Vodafone Ghana Express WIFI Off-grid Inverter and battery backup Project in Greater Accra.
  • Pre-Sales, Design, Installation and Maintenance of power backup devices such as UPS Systems with battery banks.
  • Automatic Voltage Regulators.
  • Solar systems installation - Home Solutions.
  • Pre-Sales, Design, Installation and Maintenance Automatic voltage regulators installation and serving.
  • Centralized UPS installation and servicing.
  • Solar Panels Installation.
  • Power Inverters installation.
  • Charger Controllers.
  • Battery Banks.

Electrical/Biomedical Engineer

Tema General hospital
09.2016 - 08.2017
  • Troubleshoot all electrical faults in the hospital wards and on compound are solved.
  • Preformed maintenance work on all medical equipment.
  • Assist external contractors to perform maintenance work on anesthesia equipment at the surgical theaters.
  • Monitoring and maintaining diagnostic machines on blood pressure, pulse, temperature levels.

Electrical /Electronic Engineer (Intern)

Ghana Ports and Harbour Authority Tema
07.2014 - 09.2014
  • General electrical installation.
  • Maintenance of streetlights.
  • Electrical equipment.
  • Motors and switch-gears.
  • Maintenance of generator sets and refer sockets.
  • Maintenance of telephone distribution lines.

Education

Stcw Certification -

REGIONAL MARITIME UNVERSITY
Nungua, Accra
07.2024

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Accra, Ghana
01.2023

HND - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Accra, Ghana
07.2016

ELECTRICAL/INSTALLATION AND CRAFT PRACTICE -

TEMA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Tema, Accra
06.2012

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Safety protocols
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Blueprint reading
  • Adaptability
  • Critical thinking
  • Strong work ethic
  • Leadership
  • Handling pressure
  • Time management
  • Empathy
  • Troubleshooting

Trainings Attended

  • Ku band installation, C band installation, CATV installation - Ghana Satellite Community (GHSAT).
  • Solar Installation and Maintenance - DENG and ENERGY COMMISSION.
  • Valid vehicle driving.

Certification

  • Class III/V fork lift and pallet jerk operator - M.S.C Miami.
  • Bachelor in Technology in Electrical and electronics engineering - Accra Technical University.
  • Certificate of Participation - GHSAT

Timeline

Assistant Electrician

Carnival Cruise line USA
12.2024 - Current

Field Maintenance Engineer (Power)

M-P Infrastructure Ghana ltd
05.2020 - 12.2024

Assistant Technician

Comsec Technology Solutions
10.2017 - 05.2020

Electrical/Biomedical Engineer

Tema General hospital
09.2016 - 08.2017

Electrical /Electronic Engineer (Intern)

Ghana Ports and Harbour Authority Tema
07.2014 - 09.2014

TV and Satellite Installer

Leksat E-Plus Ventures
03.2014 - 12.2024

Stcw Certification -

REGIONAL MARITIME UNVERSITY

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

HND - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

ELECTRICAL/INSTALLATION AND CRAFT PRACTICE -

TEMA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Gideon Kwesi Lartey