Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Reuben Cooper

Whakatane,BOP

Summary

Proven Electrical Apprentice with Earl Steadman, adept at diagnosing and fixing wiring faults, and a skilled Waterproofer managing large-scale projects. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities, excellent with power tools, and thrives under pressure. Known for fast learning, reliability, and ensuring safety on-site, consistently delivering projects to high standards.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

2nd Year Electrical Apprentice

Earl Steadman
Edgecumbe, Whakatane
04.2022 - 04.2024
  • Diagnosed malfunctioning wiring using test equipment to locate faults.
  • Adhered to specifications and codes in installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
  • Traced and diagnosed electrical malfunctions using hand tools and test equipment.
  • I worked as an electrician apprentice for two years while going to night school once a week for exams and studying.

Waterproofer

Ken Mckenzie
Auckland, Auckland
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Managed large-scale commercial construction projects, ensuring waterproofing of foundations, balconies, roofs, podiums and retaining walls.
  • Organized job site meetings with all parties involved in order to discuss progress updates or changes to original plans.
  • Directed the planning and coordination of construction projects.
  • Ensured that safety regulations were strictly observed on work sites.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
  • Prepared reports for management regarding project status, cost estimates and labour requirements.
  • Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.

Education

NZCEA LVL 2 -

Whakatane High School
Whakatane
08-2017

Skills

  • Reading plans and diagrams
  • Confident problem solver
  • Lots of experience with power tools and hand tools
  • Good knowledge of electrical health and safety
  • Very fit and keen to learn new things
  • Fast learner
  • Honest and reliable
  • Can work under pressure

Certification

i have completed first aid courses once a year since 2018 for my jobs as well as working at heights courses.

My last first aid course was a lvl 2 course in 2023 november 14th.

I have also done a QA course whilst i was working as a waterproofer.

Affiliations

Im always in the outdoors gardening, fishing,camping and spending time with my family.

References

(Waterproofing Manager)Watertight- Eoin Mccomb 0272383502

(Electrical Apprentice Employer)E.S.S- Earl Steadman 0274752154

Timeline

2nd Year Electrical Apprentice

Earl Steadman
04.2022 - 04.2024

Waterproofer

Ken Mckenzie
07.2019 - 07.2021

i have completed first aid courses once a year since 2018 for my jobs as well as working at heights courses.

My last first aid course was a lvl 2 course in 2023 november 14th.

I have also done a QA course whilst i was working as a waterproofer.

NZCEA LVL 2 -

Whakatane High School
Reuben Cooper