ROBERT MWANGI
Mount Oliver,PA
Summary
Diligent Maintenance Electromechanic with experience maintaining and installing electrical equipment. Safety-conscious and committed to working safely. Good communication and critical thinking skills. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Glen Gery Brick
02.2023 - Current
- Lays out, builds, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies equipment or finished product electronic components, parts, switch panels, electronic equipment and systems
- Test new equipment, troubleshoot operation and make minor adjustments to equipment
- Performs high voltage electrical repairs (e.g., controls, relays)
- Installs and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment, following electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications, using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment
- Troubleshoots and repairs electronic, mechanical, or electrical computer-controlled equipment
- Follows all safety rules and practices
- Performes advanced repairs, troubleshoots electrical problems, performs preventative maintenance and testing on electrical wiring and components of production equipment and facilities infrastructure
- Installs electrical panels, relays and switches
- Reads and troubleshoots basic PLC programming
- Troubleshoot & Fix various types of Hoists, Ac & Dc cranes
- Maintained accurate documentation of machine service histories, facilitating better decision-making for future repairs or replacements.
INDUSTRIAL Electrical Technician and General Construction
OCTALINK INTERNATIONAL LLC
02.2014 - Current
- Installed new equipment and modified existing equipment
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment
- Located and addressed electrical connection issues such as frayed wires and worn insulation to prevent larger problems
- Installed, tested and calibrated commercial electrical equipment to meet use demands
- Organized and managed smooth preventive maintenance tasks such as evaluating part functionality, cleaning components and removing old seals and gaskets
- Applied functional knowledge and troubleshooting abilities to isolate and diagnose diverse faults
- Kept robust spare parts inventory based on expected needs to minimize downtime
- Removed and replaced malfunctioning and worn parts to maximize system longevity and performance
- Inspected electrical equipment to assure it was operating correctly
- Safely installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors in addition to testing systems to enhance power flow
- Identified and corrected defects to bring completed products in line with tolerances
- Used oscilloscopes, voltmeters and ohmmeters to test electrical systems
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances
- Audited supply inventories
- Efficiently installed electrical systems and components with careful analysis of technical schematics and specifications
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
American Stainless Tubing / Synalloy
05.2018 - 01.2022
- Utilized troubleshooting tools and schematics to identify parts needing repair
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment
- Installed new equipment and modified existing equipment
- Applied functional knowledge and troubleshooting abilities to isolate and diagnose diverse faults
- Kept robust spare parts inventory based on expected needs to minimize downtime
- Efficiently installed electrical systems and components with careful analysis of technical schematics and specifications
- Installed, tested and calibrated commercial electrical equipment to meet use demands
- Removed and replaced malfunctioning and worn parts to maximize system longevity and performance
- Organized and managed smooth preventive maintenance tasks such as evaluating part functionality, cleaning components and removing old seals and gaskets
- Inspected electrical equipment to assure it was operating correctly
- Safely installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors in addition to testing systems to enhance power flow
- Used oscilloscopes, voltmeters and ohmmeters to test electrical systems
- Responded to fault and wiring issues, identifying hazards and problems
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances
- Performed regular inspections and regularly lubricated machinery
- Observed and tested operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions using voltmeters or other testing devices
- Determined sources of problems resulting in machinery malfunction, utilizing evaluation instruments and visual and auditory observation to troubleshoot defective equipment
Correctional Officer
State of Maryland
02.2008 - 12.2014
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
INDUSTRIAL TECH ELECTRICIAN
Bristol Metals
06.2005 - 07.2007
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels and circuit breakers
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters
- Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using oscilloscopes
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting
- Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements
- Launched troubleshooting and tests on equipment post-installation to confirm compatibility and safety of electrical systems
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work
Education
Trade school - Hoist repair
Harrington hoists
Lancaster, PA02.2025
Associate - criminal justice and corrections officer
MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
Sykesville, MD04.2014
Associate in Science (AS) - IT,ELECTRONICS/ELECTRICAL TECH
K.C.I.T.I
10.2006
Associate's degree - ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
The Technical University of Berlin
10.2003
High school diploma - General Studies
CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL
01.1999
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Programmable logic controllers
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Industrial wiring
- Industrial control systems
Certification
- EPA Universal Certification, 02/18, 02/26
- CPR/First Aid/AED, 10/21, 10/23
Military Service
United States Navy, United States, E
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Glen Gery Brick
02.2023 - Current
Industrial Maintenance Technician
American Stainless Tubing / Synalloy
05.2018 - 01.2022
INDUSTRIAL Electrical Technician and General Construction
OCTALINK INTERNATIONAL LLC
02.2014 - Current
Correctional Officer
State of Maryland
02.2008 - 12.2014
INDUSTRIAL TECH ELECTRICIAN
Bristol Metals
06.2005 - 07.2007
Associate - criminal justice and corrections officer
MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
Associate in Science (AS) - IT,ELECTRONICS/ELECTRICAL TECH
K.C.I.T.I
Associate's degree - ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
The Technical University of Berlin
High school diploma - General Studies
CHANIA HIGH SCHOOL
Trade school - Hoist repair
Harrington hoists
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