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Work History
Education
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Steve Akingbesote

Newark,NJ

Summary

Versatile Electrical Engineer with extensive experience in electrical installation, maintenance, and repair. Proven ability to manage projects, supervise teams, and troubleshoot complex electrical systems. A licensed electrician and electrical maintenance supervisor with excellent problem-solving skills and a 23 years experience.

Overview

19
years of professional experience

Work History

Matheny School And Hospital

Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
11.2018 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Managed the maintenance and repair of 7 group homes, ensuring compliance with local and national building codes and regulations.
  • Developed and managed budgets for maintenance and repair activities, minimizing expenses while maintaining high standards of service
  • Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for healthcare workers
  • Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances.

Jipadola Nigeria Ltd.

Head Electrician
07.2003 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • Troubleshot and repaired electrical systems, minimizing downtime and reducing repair costs.
  • Wired over 35 houses as the lead electrician, ensuring compliance with local and national electrical codes.
  • Supervised and trained apprentices and junior electricians, ensuring high-quality workmanship and safety on the job sites.
  • Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
  • Installed and maintained electrical systems in commercial buildings, including lighting, power distribution, and data cabling.

Nigeria Limited

Senior Electrical Engineering Supervisor
08.2006 - 04.2017

Job overview

    • Implemented a preventive maintenance program for critical equipment, reducing downtime by 25%..
    • Led a team of electrical engineers and technicians in the construction of a new manufacturing plant, resulting in a 30% increase in production capacity.
    • Developed and oversaw the execution of project plans, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards..
    • Balanced project priority and business demand and aligned resources to accomplish assignments, projects and continuous improvements.

Nigerite Limited

Electrical Maintenance Technician
11.2000 - 08.2006

Job overview

  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical panels with 24vdc,110v 220v and 415v inverters.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.

Education

Yaba College of Technology
Lagos, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science from Electrical Engineering
05.1997

Skills

  • Workplace Safety
  • Building Operations
  • Daily Progress Reports
  • Snow Blowers
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • Manual Labor

Accomplishments

  • Top supervisor of the year for 7 years in a row in a company of 70 supervisors
  • Fastest technician to get promoted to senior supervisor
  • CEO of Jipadola Nigeria LTD.
  • Contracted to wire 35+ houses throughout my career
  • Supervised team of 23 staff members.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Yoruba
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Matheny School And Hospital
11.2018 - 03.2020

Senior Electrical Engineering Supervisor

Nigeria Limited
08.2006 - 04.2017

Head Electrician

Jipadola Nigeria Ltd.
07.2003 - 05.2017

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Nigerite Limited
11.2000 - 08.2006

Yaba College of Technology

Bachelor of Science from Electrical Engineering

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