- Key Skills Domestic Electrical Systems
- Full house wiring: new builds, renovations, extensions
- Consumer unit/DB installation, RCBO/MCB selection, DB dressing
- Lighting design & installation: LED retrofits, security lights, 2-way/3-way switching
- Power circuits: socket outlets, cooker circuits, water heaters, AC units
- Fault finding & repairs: short circuits, overloads, earth leakage, tripping faults
- Earthing & bonding: TT systems, earth rod installation, ELI & RCD testing
- Compliance: ERA Uganda standards, IEE Wiring Regulations, test certificates Solar PV Systems
- Solar system design & sizing for domestic loads
- Installation: panels, mounting structures, inverters, charge controllers, batteries
- Off-grid & hybrid systems, grid-tie commissioning
- Battery bank configuration: lead-acid, lithium, BMS setup
- Solar water heating systems
- System troubleshooting: panel shading, inverter faults, battery maintenance
- Performance testing: IV curve checks, energy audits, load analysis Testing & Tools
- Instruments: multimeter, clamp meter, insulation tester, loop/RCD tester
- Power & hand tools: conduit bender, chasing machine, crimpers, drills
- Documentation: As-built drawings, test sheets, material lists Safety & Professional
- Lockout/Tagout, safe isolation procedures
- Risk assessment & site safety, working at heights
- Client consultation, quoting, and project handover
- Preventive maintenance schedules for homes & solar systems
Ssenkasi Joseph
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS
Ssenkasi Joseph
Joined 3 weeks ago
Available for work
Professional Summary
- Experienced Electrical Technician Certified Electrical Technician with 10+ years of experience installing, testing, and repairing electrical systems in residential, commercial, and light industrial settings
- Proficient in wiring, circuit troubleshooting, motor controls, and preventive maintenance
- Strong record of diagnosing faults, reducing downtime, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and NEC/IEC regulations
- Known for accuracy, teamwork, and clear client communication
Skills
Experience
- Professional Experience Senior Electrical Technician | Self-Employed / Contractor | Kampala, Uganda | 2014 – Present Deliver full electrical solutions for residential clients and solar energy projects across Kampala and surrounding districts
- Trusted for code-compliant installations, reliable troubleshooting, and clear client communication
- Domestic Electrical Work
- Completed 100+ full house wiring projects for new builds and renovations, including consumer unit upgrades, lighting design, and dedicated circuits for cookers, water heaters, and AC units
- Diagnose and repair complex faults including earth leakage, nuisance tripping, overloads, and short circuits, reducing call-backs through accurate first-time fixes
- Install and certify earthing systems to ERA Uganda standards, with ELI, insulation resistance, and RCD testing documented on all jobs
- Carry out preventive maintenance and safety inspections for landlords and estates, extending system lifespan and ensuring compliance
- *Solar PV Systems*
- Design and install off-grid and hybrid solar systems from 1kW to 10kW for homes, sizing panels, inverters, charge controllers, and battery banks based on load audits
- Install and commission solar water heating systems, integrating with existing plumbing and electrical controls
- Perform system upgrades: converting lead-acid to lithium batteries, adding panels, and installing monitoring for clients to track performance
- Troubleshoot underperforming systems — identifying panel mismatch, shading losses, inverter errors, and battery degradation
- Restored 30+ systems to full output
- Train homeowners on safe system use, basic maintenance, and energy management to maximize ROI
- Project & Client Management
- Conduct site surveys, prepare material lists, and issue accurate quotations
- Manage projects from chiseling to final testing and handover
- Maintain a zero-incident safety record through strict lockout/tagout, PPE use, and risk assessments
- Coordinate with masons, plumbers, and roofers to ensure clean, timely installations with minimal rework
- Provide after-service support and annual check-ups, building a referral base across multiple communities
- Key Achievements
- Reduced average fault resolution time to under 24 hours for domestic clients
- Cut client energy costs by 40-70% through properly sized solar + load management advice
Education
- EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Diploma– Electrical Installation at Muteesa 1 Royal University, Kakeeka, Mengo | 2016 – 2018
- National Advanced Certificate Craft III (UBTEB) at Buganda Royal Institute of Business and Technical Education, Kakeeka , Mengo | 2014-2014
- National Certificate Craft II (UBTEB) at Gombe Community Polytechnic, Wakiso | 2011-2012
- Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) at Ssekanyonyi Secondary School, Mityana | 2010