Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
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Ben Woodburn

Wigton,Cumbria

Summary

An efficient, organised and approachable person with drive and strong people skills. Possesses valuable problem-solving abilities, a hands-on approach and excellent team collaboration as well as the ability to use own initiative.

Known for being self-motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable, consistently demonstrating punctuality and a willingness to learn new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Electrician

A Crawford Electrical
Wigton, Cumbria
10.2023 - Current
  • Installed and maintained electrical systems in residential and commercial settings ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Diagnosed electrical issues using specialised tools and provided effective solutions to restore functionality.
  • Collaborated with contractors to ensure electrical installations met project specifications and timelines.
  • Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems identifying potential hazards and recommending preventative measures.
  • Used hand and power tools proficiently during repair and installation duties.
  • Installed and maintained wiring for enhanced building functionality.
  • Carried out testing of electrical systems for optimal performance.
  • Installed and wired electrical hardware, including transformers, junction boxes, service panels, electrical boxes, switches and circuit breakers.

Apprentice Electrician

A Crawford Electrical
Wigton, Cumbria
09.2019 - 10.2023
  • Assisted with the installation of electrical systems and components.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing electrical faults to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Collaborated with senior electricians to execute complex installations and maintenance tasks.
  • Assisted with the monitoring of electrical systems for performance issues and reported findings to supervisors.


Inline with my electrical apprenticeship I enrolled in the Electrical Installation Building & Structures course at Carlisle College. As a condition of the course I had to retake my English GCSE's to obtain a pass grade. I attended college for one day a week from September 2019 until October 2023 when I successfully achieved the AM2S: Electrotechnical End Point Assessment.

Education

GCSEs -

The Nelson Thomlinson School
Wigton, Cumbria
09.2014 - 07.2019

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptable
  • Composure under pressure
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Time management proficiency
  • Building good client relationships
  • Use of power tools
  • Electrical installation and repair
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Fault-finding


Affiliations

  • Gym
  • Passionate Carlisle United supporter
  • Sports
  • Music

References

Available on request.

Timeline

Electrician

A Crawford Electrical
10.2023 - Current

Apprentice Electrician

A Crawford Electrical
09.2019 - 10.2023

GCSEs -

The Nelson Thomlinson School
09.2014 - 07.2019
Ben Woodburn