SAMSON SAMUEL JIYAH

Mechanical Technician

  • Nigeria
  • On Talentta since Sept 2026
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About SAMSON SAMUEL JIYAH at a glance

SAMSON SAMUEL JIYAH (Mechanical Technician) is a professional based in Nigeria with a portfolio on Talentta. SAMSON brings 6 years of professional experience, with strengths in Diesel Engine Servicing & Troubleshooting, Fuel, Cooling & Lubrication Systems, Generator Maintenance and Lister Diesel Engine Maintenance. SAMSON studied HND, Aircraft Engineering Technology (Upper Credit) at Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna.

6+
Years experience
13+
Skills
4+
Roles held

About

Meet SAMSON

Hands‑on Mechanical Engineering Technician with an HND in Aircraft Engineering Technology and an ND in Chemical Engineering Technology. Experienced in diesel engine servicing, generator maintenance, mechanical equipment inspection, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, fault reporting and production operations. Supported Mikano diesel‑generator maintenance during NYSC at FAAN, worked with Lister diesel engines and Perkins‑powered Mikano generators. Seeking a Mechanical Technician, Maintenance Technician, Production Technician or Plant Maintenance role to apply and further develop practical maintenance skills.

Expertise

What I bring

Intermediate

  • Diesel Engine Servicing & Troubleshooting
  • Fuel, Cooling & Lubrication Systems
  • Generator Maintenance
  • Lister Diesel Engine Maintenance
  • Mechanical Equipment Inspection
  • Mechanical Fault Identification
  • Mikano Generator Servicing
  • Perkins Generator Fuel-Filter Replacement
  • Plant Safety & Housekeeping
  • Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
  • Production Equipment Monitoring
  • Report Writing & Documentation
  • Teamwork

Career

Experience

  1. Mechanical/Production Technician (Contract)

    Jezko Oil Nig. Ltd

    Assisted production operations and monitored mechanical equipment; performed routine equipment inspections and supported preventive maintenance activities; identified and reported mechanical faults and supported corrective repairs; maintained safe working practices, housekeeping and production-area standards.

  2. NYSC – Mechanical Engineering Department

    Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN)

    Supported servicing, maintenance and troubleshooting of Mikano diesel generators; performed preventive maintenance activities and assisted with mechanical repairs; applied practical knowledge of diesel engines, basic fault identification and maintenance procedures.

  3. Additional Practical Diesel-Engine Experience

    Lister Engines & Perkins/Mikano Generator Plant

    Gained hands‑on experience working on Lister diesel engines, including basic servicing, repairs and troubleshooting; assisted with maintenance of Perkins‑powered Mikano generators, including fuel‑filter replacement; developed practical understanding of diesel fuel systems, routine servicing and common engine fault identification.

  4. SIWES

    Nigerian Air Force Hangar

    Assisted during aircraft inspections, landing‑gear work, engine servicing, wire locking and maintenance documentation.

Foundations

Education & languages

Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna

HND, Aircraft Engineering Technology (Upper Credit)

Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna

Pre‑HND, Aircraft Engineering Technology

Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State

ND, Chemical Engineering Technology (Lower Credit)

Quick answers

About SAMSON

What does SAMSON SAMUEL JIYAH do?

SAMSON SAMUEL JIYAH (Mechanical Technician) is a professional based in Nigeria with a portfolio on Talentta. SAMSON brings 6 years of professional experience, with strengths in Diesel Engine Servicing & Troubleshooting, Fuel, Cooling & Lubrication Systems, Generator Maintenance and Lister Diesel Engine Maintenance. SAMSON studied HND, Aircraft Engineering Technology (Upper Credit) at Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna.

Where is SAMSON SAMUEL JIYAH based?

SAMSON SAMUEL JIYAH is based in Nigeria.

What are SAMSON's top skills?

SAMSON's top skills are Diesel Engine Servicing & Troubleshooting (Intermediate), Fuel, Cooling & Lubrication Systems (Intermediate), Generator Maintenance (Intermediate), Lister Diesel Engine Maintenance (Intermediate), Mechanical Equipment Inspection (Intermediate) and Mechanical Fault Identification (Intermediate).

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