Symon Gathecha Kuria
Thika
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Heavy Diesel Technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Vehicle Technician
United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara
2022.09 - Current
- Complete scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of mission Heavy vehicles, trucks and MHE (excavators, graders, Shovels and backhoes)
- Workshop and stores management, equipment, and special tools maintenance
- Performed workshop environmental, health and safety compliance checks including troubleshooting and testing of components
- Overhaul, repairs, for ZDF transmissions
- Carried out Vehicle recovery operations and drove Heavy goods vehicles for over 2000Km in austere environment
- Quality control and assurance and strong client relations skills.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
CarLog Technician/ Vehicle Electrician
MINURSO
2017.01 - 2022.01
- Installations, repair & maintenance, and configurations of CarLog (Electronic Vehicle Monitoring System - EVMS) for mobile and receive (Base) stations
- CarLog system administrator duties, data collation and generation of CarLog reports (Upgraded CarLog Installations for 200 Vehicles and 16 base stations )
- Fault finding, repair and maintenance of electrical systems for Heavy vehicles and Plant equipment
- Troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic, electro-mechanical systems, power train, and safety related aspects of mobile equipment maintenance
- Help maintain and repair equipment and trucks, including hydraulic repair, brake work, electrical repairs and welding
- Worked well with teams, providing support and guidance
Radio Technician/Country Manager
Castell Satcom Radio
2008.05 - 2015.03
- Responsibilities:
- Sales, support, Installations, repairs & Maintenance and programming of Base, mobile and portable VHF, HF and UHF radio equipment for customers (Managed over 20 customer calls per day).
- Sales support, installations, and maintenance of VSAT RF ODU & IDU also basic routing and network integration
- Installation and maintenance of GSM / Satellite or Hybrid vehicle tracking devices (main brands Honeywell and Tracsure)
- Installation and maintenance of Solar packs for remote communications equipment.
- Maintained wireless communication networks and information technology systems, wireless and electronic communication systems with proactive repair and upkeep strategies
- Built and installed sites per customer specs and maintained safe work environment daily
Education
Bachelor of Science - Logistics Management
University of Lincoln
United Kingdom07.2024
Associate of Science - Logistics Management
University of Lincoln
United Kingdom07.2022
Diploma - Automotive Engineering
Kenya Technical Teachers College
Nairobi, Kenya11.2004
Certificate - Motor Vehicle Mechanics
Machakos Technical Training Institute (Machakos University)
Machakos, Kenya07.2000
Skills
- Skills and abilities
- Workplace and stores management including safety and quality controls. Training staff.
- Fuel and lubricants operations testing.
- Ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
- Operating Heavy Machinery
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance
- Vehicle Servicing
- Heavy Machine Operation
- Heavy Machinery Use
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Heavy Haul Expertise
- Heavy Equipment Repair
- Vehicle Recovery
- Heavy Equipment Management
Affiliations
Chartered Management Institute, I am an experienced Transportation and Logistics professional with a demonstrated history of working in the automotive industry. I would enhance the workforce of any company that I have the privilege of joining.
I am skilled in Automotive Repair, Fleet management, Radio Frequency, Remote communications, Strategic Partnerships, and Proposal Writing.
As a team player, I have strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
I am committed to developing my skills and prepared to undergo any training required.
Earlier career history or further details of the roles below can be obtained upon request.
Additional Information
- Gold and Silver Awards – Presidents Award – Kenya – Duke of Edinburgh Award 2001
Work Availability
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Quote
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Tony Robbins
Timeline
Heavy Vehicle Technician
United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara
2022.09 - Current
CarLog Technician/ Vehicle Electrician
MINURSO
2017.01 - 2022.01
Radio Technician/Country Manager
Castell Satcom Radio
2008.05 - 2015.03
Bachelor of Science - Logistics Management
University of Lincoln
Associate of Science - Logistics Management
University of Lincoln
Diploma - Automotive Engineering
Kenya Technical Teachers College
Certificate - Motor Vehicle Mechanics
Machakos Technical Training Institute (Machakos University)
Pictures
Pictures at while at work
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