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Work History
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Austin O'Connor

Hampton,NB

Summary

I graduated with a certificate in Electrical Construction from NBCC in 2017. I have now decided I would like to expand and continue in a new career. From being an electrician, I have perfected the skill of being a reliable professional. I can respond to routine and emergency problems with an adaptable mindset, and I am able to troubleshoot any problems effectively and efficiently. I am ambitious and eager to learn to perfect my skills in any career. I’m excited to apply my current knowledge and skill set to new work.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Shipper

Downey Ford Sales
11.2021 - Current
  • Increased warehouse efficiency by streamlining shipping processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Ensured timely deliveries for customer satisfaction by closely monitoring shipments and proactively addressing potential issues.
  • Improved accuracy in order fulfillment through meticulous attention to detail when picking, packing, and labeling orders.
  • Conducted periodic audits of stored items, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action as needed.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members to expedite order fulfillment and maintain smooth operations.
  • Reduced order processing time with diligent organization of products and accurate documentation.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility, taking on additional responsibilities during peak periods to ensure the team met all objectives.
  • Managed inventory control, verifying quantities received against invoices and updating system records accordingly.
  • Organized warehouse layout for optimal space utilization, increasing storage capacity and accessibility of goods.
  • Checked and rechecked orders before packaging and shipping items.
  • Developed and maintained good working relationships with fellow employees, delivery drivers and vendors.
  • Used correct, safe processes for operating material handling forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
  • Worked professionally with team members and across departments to meet demands of high-volume environment.
  • Reached out to customers, carriers and other warehouse personnel to coordinate shipments and correct orders.
  • Completed fast loading and unloading of trucks carrying freight and materials.
  • Followed good housekeeping practices to keep dock, staging area and storage spaces clean and safe.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
  • Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 100 packages per day.

Second Year Electrical Apprentice

Leading Edge Electrical Inc.
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks
  • Followed all relevant electrical and building codes for each job
  • Maintained organization, cleanliness, and safety in all work areas
  • Inspected existing wiring to identify problems such as short circuits
  • Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports
  • Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks
  • Collaborated with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards
  • Installed, modified, and tested circuit breakers, fuses & lights
  • Repaired / replaced broken lights plugs and switches
  • Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt-ohm meters
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits, and other electrical raceways
  • Worked with various older styles of wiring such as knob & tube, old cloth lumex & aluminum wire during renovations gaining knowledge on how to replace wiring with modern up to code lumex
  • Transported tools, materials and supplies to job locations
  • Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified supervisors
  • Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs
  • Kept work areas clean, neat, and free of hazards
  • Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.

Second Year Electrical Apprentice

DLM Electrical Services LTD
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Transported tools, materials and supplies to job locations
  • Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified supervisors
  • Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs
  • Kept work areas clean, neat, and free of hazards
  • Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports
  • Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks
  • Collaborated with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards
  • Put in new electrical components, fixtures, and motors
  • Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications
  • Maintained organization, cleanliness, and safety in all work areas
  • Inspected existing wiring to identify problems such as short circuits
  • Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs
  • Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency
  • Kept work areas clean, neat, and organized for efficient operations
  • Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety
  • Resolved issues with existing systems and replaced malfunctioning parts
  • Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function
  • Followed all relevant electrical and building codes for each job
  • Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks
  • Installed, modified, and tested circuit breakers, fuses & lights
  • Repaired / replaced broken lights plugs and switches
  • Measured devices, including analyzers, amp meters and volt-ohm meters
  • Worked with various types of cableways, conduits, and other electrical raceways
  • Worked with various older styles of wiring such as knob & tube, old cloth lumex & aluminum wire during renovations gaining knowledge on how to replace wiring with modern up to code lumex
  • Gained extensive knowledge of “fishing” wires through walls and conduit.

Second Year Electrical Apprentice

Lawrence’s Electrical & Maintenance
03.2018 - 02.2019
  • Transported tools, materials and supplies to job locations
  • Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified supervisors
  • Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs
  • Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks
  • Followed all relevant electrical and building codes for each job
  • Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function
  • Resolved issues with existing systems and replaced malfunctioning parts
  • Transported required supplies and employees from headquarters to job site using company vehicles
  • Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency
  • Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs
  • Inspected existing wiring to identify problems such as short circuits
  • Collaborated with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards
  • Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports
  • Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards
  • Built controllers and panels to complete system installations
  • Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites
  • Put in new electrical components, fixtures, and motors
  • Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.

Electrical Apprentice

McDade Electric
05.2017 - 05.2017
  • Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified supervisors
  • Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards
  • Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports
  • Put in new electrical components, fixtures and motors
  • Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications
  • Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in all work areas
  • Inspected existing wiring to identify problems such as short circuits
  • Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs
  • Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for efficient operations
  • Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks
  • Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.

Cashier / Customer Service Provider

Town and Country Campground
06.2015 - 09.2015
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered advice
  • Processed returned items in accordance with store policy
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency
  • Drove sales and add-on purchases by promoting specific item options to customers
  • Wiped down counters and to remove debris and maintain cleanliness
  • Organized and maintained both physical and digital payment documentation for accurate filing and compliant recordkeeping
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer service
  • Processed all sales transactions accurately and promptly to prevent long customer wait times
  • Observed company return policy when processing refunds
  • Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational
  • Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit, and voucher program payments for customers
  • Resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers.

General Labourer

Half Day Landscapers
06.2014 - 09.2014
  • Supplied tools and equipment to workers
  • Removed debris and swept areas to maintain safe, clean work environment
  • Loaded and unloaded materials using proper lifting procedures
  • Loaded trucks with supplies and materials at start of shift to transport to job site
  • Cleared and prepared work zones for construction crews
  • Mowed, weed whacked and mulched planted areas and lawns
  • Deadheaded annuals and flowering perennials to encourage further flowering and growth
  • Tasked with services such as: Laying sod, general clean up, removing debris, and digging lawns.

General Labourer

Beyea Enterprise
06.2013 - 09.2013
  • Supplied tools and equipment to workers
  • Removed debris and swept areas to maintain safe, clean work environment
  • Loaded and unloaded materials using proper lifting procedures
  • Loaded trucks with supplies and materials at start of shift to transport to job site
  • Cared for established lawns by mulching, aerating, and weeding
  • Repaired established lawns using seed mixtures and fertilizers recommended for soil type and lawn location.

Education

Certificate: Construction/Electrical -

NBCC - Saint John
Saint John, New Brunswick
01.2017

High School Diploma -

Hampton High School
Hampton, New Brunswick
01.2015

Skills

  • Knowledge of computer software & hardware

  • Knowledge of various computer applications (Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

  • Knowledge in troubleshooting errors in computer applications

  • Ability to type 85 words per minute

  • Capable of working remotely and independently on various projects

  • Eager and willing to learn

  • Knowledge and understanding of wiring diagrams and plans

  • Knowledge and understanding of schematics and blueprints

  • System installations

  • OSHA requirements

  • Understanding of all electrical codes

  • Ability to follow all safety protocols

  • Power and hand tool operation and knowledge

  • Loading and unloading

  • Shipping and receiving

  • Stock organization

  • Heavy Lifting

  • Forklift Operation

  • Inventory Counts

References

  • Gary Seeley, 1-867-334-2281, Beyea Enterprise
  • Lawrence Earle, 1-506-434-1789, Lawrence’s Electrical & Maintenance
  • Reinhardt Malan, 1-506-609-7578, DLM Electrical Services
  • Jason Macloed, 1-506-650-6062, Leading Edge Electrical

Timeline

Warehouse Shipper

Downey Ford Sales
11.2021 - Current

Second Year Electrical Apprentice

Leading Edge Electrical Inc.
05.2021 - 11.2021

Second Year Electrical Apprentice

DLM Electrical Services LTD
05.2019 - 03.2020

Second Year Electrical Apprentice

Lawrence’s Electrical & Maintenance
03.2018 - 02.2019

Electrical Apprentice

McDade Electric
05.2017 - 05.2017

Cashier / Customer Service Provider

Town and Country Campground
06.2015 - 09.2015

General Labourer

Half Day Landscapers
06.2014 - 09.2014

General Labourer

Beyea Enterprise
06.2013 - 09.2013

Certificate: Construction/Electrical -

NBCC - Saint John

High School Diploma -

Hampton High School

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