Dave Ngceshe

Experienced UPS Technician with 27 years of technical knowledge and practical skills in the power and electrical industry. Proven expertise in installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of UPS systems. Known for reliability, professionalism, high-quality workmanship, and ability to solve technical problems effectively. Punctual, hardworking, trustworthy, and dedicated to continuous professional growth.

UPS Technician - Universal Power Corporation - Port Elizabeth

(1999)

Developed extensive technical knowledge and practical skills through dedication, training, and hands-on experience. Progressed from General Assistant to Technician's Assistant to current position.

• Preventive Maintenance: Routine checks on batteries, capacitors, and inverters to prevent system failures.
• Troubleshooting & Repairs: Diagnosing electrical faults, replacing defective components, and testing units to manufacturer standards.
• Installation & Commissioning: Setting up new UPS units, calibrating voltages, and conducting load tests on-site.
• Battery Management: Testing and replacing degraded lead-acid or lithium-ion batteries.
• Installation and connection of DC voltage banks, including parallel systems up to 700V DC.
• Termination of power supply cables, including single-phase and three-phase systems.
• Testing and verification of phase rotation.
• Troubleshooting, fault-finding, and repair of UPS systems and electrical equipment.
• Replacement and repair of components such as capacitors, diodes, rectifiers, IGBTs, and damaged circuit tracks.
• Customisation, commissioning, and setup of UPS systems.
• Experience working with a wide range of UPS brands, from local manufacturers to internationally recognized brands such as APC.
• Maintenance, testing, and technical support in demanding environments.

Grade 11 - Allend Masibambane High School (1993)