Sunghoon (James) Kim
Totara Vale,AUK
Summary
Skilled Generator Mechanic with comprehensive background in repairing and maintaining various types of generators. Possess strong troubleshooting skills, adept at diagnosing malfunctions using advanced diagnostic tools. Demonstrated ability to ensure generator efficiency and reliability through preventive maintenance. Made significant contributions in previous roles by minimizing downtime and enhancing operational readiness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Generator Mechanic
Generator Rental Service
Henderson, Auckland
03.2025 - Current
- Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large generators.
- Replaced defective parts in generator systems to ensure proper operation.
- Troubleshot complex problems with generator systems using diagnostic tools and software.
- Installed new generators in residential and commercial buildings according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed generator troubleshooting and diagnostics of equipment.
- Model: Cummins KTA, QSK series, Caterpillar, Volvo, and Yanmar.
- On-site generator handling at mining, events, and residential.
Generator Mechanic
Aggreko NZ
Mount Wellington, Auckland
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Maintained records of all work performed on generator systems to ensure accurate tracking of service history.
- Assembled experimental circuitry or models according to engineering instructions, technical manuals and knowledge of electronic systems and components.
- Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on generator equipment, such as engines, alternators, fuel systems, cooling systems, and electrical components.
- Carried out load banking on all generators to check over and make sure they are in good condition before sending them to customers.
- Model : Cummins KTA Series, Volvo, Scania and Caterpillar.
Generator Mechanic
Hirepool
Mount Wellington, Auckland
03.2018 - 07.2022
- Carried out scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large generators.
- Troubleshot complex problems with generator systems using diagnostic tools and software.
- Inspected electrical wiring, connections and relays following wiring diagrams.
- Installed new generators in residential and commercial buildings according to manufacturer specifications.
- Inspected generators for compliance with safety regulations.
- Model : Yanmar, Volvo, Caterpillar, Hino, Honda small engine etc.
Marine Service Technician
Caterpillar Korea
Seoul, Seoul
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Supervised technicians assisting in the repair of larger boats requiring multiple workers at once.
- Followed all safety protocols when working with hazardous materials like gasoline or oil.
- Serviced recreational and small commercial craft mechanical equipment, body, electrical and navigational systems.
- Monitored marine operations and systems to verify compliance with federal and international safety protocols and clean air guidelines.
- Checked fuel systems, pipelines and tubing, verified good condition without leakage and lubricated moving parts for smooth operation and rust prevention.
- Performed regular maintenance and inspections of marine vessels to ensure safety, reliability, and performance.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about vessel maintenance needs.
- Provided customer training for ship operations to ensure they understood how to operate their ships without any issues.
- Diagnosed issue with engine by connecting ET (Electrical Technician) program to ECM module.
Ship's Engineer
Hyundai Merchant Marine LTD
Pusan, Pusan, South Korea
03.2011 - 07.2014
- In charge of the operation of machinery on the container ships sailing around the world in the ocean.
- Operating: main engine, generator engine, emergency generator engine, air compressor, pumps and motors, boiler, air conditioning units, oil-water separator, water generator, and pipeline system.
- Completed planned maintenance according to the schedule for the machines above.
- Fuel bunkering and maintaining the record.
- Watchkeeping on the ship's machinery.
- A lot of overhaul experience in large 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines: MAN B&W, WARTSILA, and HYUNDAI HIMSEN engines.
- Troubleshooting on machine electrically as well as mechanically.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
Korean Maritime & Ocean University
Pusan, South Korea02-2011
Skills
- Generator maintenance
- Marine side experience as ship's engineer
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Diagnostic tools
- Electrical systems
- Preventative maintenance
- Load banking
Certification
- Electrical Service Technician (EST) License New Zealand
- Full Class1 License
- Class 2 Learner License
- Forklift License
- Wheel, Tractor and Roller Endorsement
- EWP (Elevated Work Platform) Silver License
Languages
English
Professional
Korean
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Generator Mechanic
Generator Rental Service
03.2025 - Current
Generator Mechanic
Aggreko NZ
07.2022 - 03.2024
Generator Mechanic
Hirepool
03.2018 - 07.2022
Marine Service Technician
Caterpillar Korea
07.2015 - 07.2017
Ship's Engineer
Hyundai Merchant Marine LTD
03.2011 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
Korean Maritime & Ocean University
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