Richard Twum
EXPERIENCE
March 2023 - Current
Auto Electrician Setters Investment Limited-Golden Star Resource,
Wassa Mine(Underground) | Wassa Akyempim, Ghana
• Works on Epiroc Scooptram-St18, Epiroc MT54S, Epiroc Boomer 282,
Epiroc Minetrack.
• Employing a variety of diagnostic tools, mainly computer-based, to
diagnose the problem and give the customer an estimate of the cost and
Akyempim Ghana time it will take to fix it
+233 547 557 653 • Advised management on issues of safety in continued equipment
operation.
[email protected] • Testing, Repairing and replacing defective ignition and electrical wiring
• Replacing defective parts like fuses, lamps, and switches
• Performing maintenance on vehicle lighting systems, headlight beam
SUMMARY alignments, pump and engine control units and circuits, as well as other
computerized components
hardworking electrician driven to • Servicing and repairing electrical systems on heavy-duty vehicles,
complete projects with a focus on Diagnosing electrical problems and proposing a course of actions
safety, cost-efficiency, and client • Making precise adjustments for alignment due to the continuing effects
satisfaction. specializes in of malfunctions throughout the entire machine or equipment
residential and commercial • Ability to read blueprints and fabricate parts to exact specifications
installations and repairs. Offering • Responds to and corrects equipment stoppages or mechanical
10 years of industry expertise, breakdowns
including blueprint assessments
• Comprehensive knowledge of oils and lubrications of equipment; set-up
and new construction protocols, I and alignment of machinery and equipment
also gained experience in the • Replaced and cleaned electrical or electronic components.
mechanical field and high-voltage
electrical systems, as well as much
January 2021 - January 2023
knowledge working on drill rigs and
Drill Rig Technician Engineers and Planners, Gold fields Ghana
rock breakers.
limited - Damang Mine | Damang, Ghana
• Employing a variety of diagnostic tools, mainly computer-based, to
SKILLS diagnose the problem and give the customer an estimate of the cost and
time it will take to fix it
• Attention to Detail • Advised management on issues of safety in continued equipment
• Installation Management operation.
• Power Cable Connection • Testing, Repairing and replacing defective ignition and electrical wiring
• Malfunction Diagnostics • Replacing defective parts like fuses, lamps, and switches
• Repair Planning • Performing maintenance on vehicle lighting systems, headlight beam
• Multitasking and Prioritization alignments, pump and engine control units and circuits, as well as other
• Decision Making computerized components
• Servicing and repairing electrical systems on heavy-duty vehicles,
Diagnosing electrical problems and proposing a course of actions
• Making precise adjustments for alignment due to the continuing effects
of malfunctions throughout the entire machine or equipment
• Ability to read blueprints and fabricate parts to exact specifications
• Responds to and corrects equipment stoppages or mechanical
breakdowns
• Comprehensive knowledge of oils and lubrications, rigging of equipment,
set-up and alignment of machinery and equipment
November 2015 - February 2018
Auto Electrician Reynold Construction Company Limited | Bogoso,
Ghana
• Servicing and repairing electrical systems on heavy-duty vehicles
• Diagnosing electrical problems and proposing a course of actions
• Repairing and replacing defective ignition and electrical wiring
• Performing electronic diagnostics to identify faults in heavy industrial
equipment, etc
• Repairing and replacing damaged or defective parts like fuses, lamps,
and switches in heavy-duty equipment's with electrical faults
• Performing routine maintenance and revision of earth-moving
equipment's
• Troubleshooting, maintaining and Repairing Equipment Failures
• Checking battery condition, starter performance, and alternator charging
conditions
• Using diagnostic tools to identify electrical problems and also trying to
reproduce the problem yourself and repairing or replacing components
like wires
• Testing equipment used to detect electrical and electronic malfunctions
• Dismantling, removing and servicing of electronic components such as
solenoids, etc
• Prepare accurate estimates and work orders based on expected labor
and parts requirements for each job.
• Estimated repair costs are are based on parts and labor charges.
• I spoke with customers to discuss the nature of malfunctions and explain
possible issues and repair plans.
June 2011 - November 2015
Auto Electrician Edgate Mining Services, Gold Star Resource-
Akyempim site | Akyempim, Ghana
• Equipment troubleshooting and repairs, such as alternators, stator
motors, electrical systems, all kinds of sensors and solenoids
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair of diesel engines and related
components by using a laptop to access engine or system codes and
run diagnostics; remove and replace major engine components such as
engine blocks, crankshafts, pistons, rods, cylinder heads and other
related components. Adjust engine valves at specific intervals to
maintain peak performance, and complete preventive maintenance
programs on diesel engines
• Troubleshoot and repair fuel systems by using a laptop to diagnose
electronically controlled fuel systems such as unit injectors and
high-pressure common rail
• Replace injector pumps, injectors, transfer pumps and lines
• Troubleshoot and repair Electrical and starting systems by Use of
laptops to check codes and areas of trouble, use multimeters; check
resistance, relays, and fuses, check alternators, batteries and starters
• Troubleshoot and repair Hydraulic systems: Relieve pressure using
pressure gauges, flow meter testing, pumps, Repair hydraulic
components such as pumps, valves and cylinders
• Troubleshoot and repair diesel engine cooling systems: Radiator, water
pump, head gasket replacement and cooling changes
• Change defective water pump and thermostat
• Change fuel transfer pump and fuel injectors when they are faulty
• Carry out troubleshooting when the machine cannot start
• I also monitor when the machine is on the field (pit)
• When the red light is on, it indicates that there is a problem with the
machine, so I attend to it and solve it.
• I learned and followed the correct safety procedures for all areas.
• Repaired ignition wiring, safety control systems, air conditioning, and
lighting systems.
• Read and understand diagrams, manuals, and schematics.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
July 2014
Proficiency I and II | Motor Vehicle Electrician
National Vocational Training Institute, Takoradi
November 2006
Basic Education Certificate Examination
Subri D/C Junior High School, Subri
MACHINES WORKED ON
• DP 1500i (Sandvik)
• DP 1500i (Sandvik)
• Trailer
• Sandvik Leopard Di560 and Di660
• Epiroc Scooptram-St18
• Epiroc MT54S
• Epiroc Boomer 282
• Epiroc Minetrack.
• Atlas D65
• Toyota land Cruiser (light vehicle)
• Dump Truck : 773B/F, 777D and 777F
• Graders : 14H and 16G
• Dozers : D9R and D10R
• Excavator CAT : 345B, 330C and 375D
• Backhoes, 428B : 428E and JCB 3DX
LANGUAGES
Akan: First Language
English: B1
Intermediate
REFERENCES
Mr. Kwesi Isaiah
Rig Maintenance Manager
Engineers and Planners
+233 (0) 242356979
Mr. Isaac Abban Mensah
Electrical Supervisor
Engineers and Planners
+233 249 392 221
