Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
References
Timeline

Blaine Grandguillot

Melfort,SK

Summary

Detail-oriented apprentice electrician with a strong desire to excel in the job title opportunity and leverage recent studies, labs, and hands-on experience in related roles. Committed to adding value to the team through acquired skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience from recent studies. Striving to consistently deliver high-quality workmanship and ensure efficient operation of electrical systems.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kettle Man Operator

Flynn Roofing Inc.
06.2018 - 09.2018
  • Handled all kettle duties, built up side walls, built up roof and scaffolding, cut & prepared tar for day's operations, loading & unloading of all roofing materials

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Klassen Jewllers
08.2002 - 03.2003
  • Handled all incoming and outgoing product, handled all warranty claims, placed orders for new product, trained new employees, arranged and kept warehouse well organized, various cleaning duties

Shipping and Receiving Clerk/Warranties

A & B Sound
08.2002 - 03.2003
  • Handled all incoming and outgoing product, handled all incoming/outgoing warranty claims, placed orders for new product, trained new employees, arranged and kept warehouse well organized, assisted sales team & their customers, various cleaning responsibilities, responsibilities for all inventory

Operator/Hobart Meat Grinder

Centennial Foods
08.2003 - 09.2004
  • Operated the grinder & Hobart, made beef products for various restaurants and groceries, followed and formulated recipes, took samples for the Q & A lab, prepared spices for all individual recipes, rotated & maintained spice room, pulled trim meat for recipes, various cleaning duties

Roughneck

Ensign Drilling/Energy Inc.
05.2005 - 01.2006
  • Responsible for drilling mud and associated pumping/circulating of mud and various fluids, operated tongs, iron roughneck, tugger, and catwalk, tripping pipe and collars, maintained the mud station, rig moves, changing of the drill bit, various cleaning duties, cut & slip of drill cable line, transported work crew to and from rig while in camp

Skilled 1 Labourer

City of Melfort
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Landscaping, various labourer duties, various cleaning duties, maintained ice temp and consistency, various driving duties, provided efficient and courteous service to customers, operated the zamboni and snow removal machines, met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables, responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems, worked with coworkers to complete tasks, adhered to quality and service standards, demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible, assisted with new hire orientation and employee training, collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge, helped to train new employees/trainees, exhibited strong attention to detail when performing inspections on equipment or material, developed knowledge base through continuous learning opportunities provided by employer, transported materials between job sites using company vehicles safely and responsibly, operated heavy machinery with accuracy and precision in accordance with safety protocols, demonstrated proficiency in the use of hand and power tools, maintained a clean working environment by adhering to all safety regulations

Apprentice Electrician

Geo Electric Ltd.
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
  • Kept tools and materials organized, contributing to a clean and safe work area for all team members throughout each project''s duration.
  • Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
  • Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
  • Assisted in the successful completion of various commercial and residential projects by providing reliable support to journeyman electricians.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
  • Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
  • Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards and defects.
  • Increased job site safety by diligently adhering to OSHA standards and regulations during electrical installations.
  • Collaborated closely with other trades on construction sites, fostering a positive working environment for efficient project completion.
  • Improved project efficiency through effective communication with team members and supervisors regarding tasks and responsibilities.
  • Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
  • Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
  • Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
  • Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
  • Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
  • Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
  • Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
  • Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
  • Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Completed full apprenticeship program to become qualified Electrician.
  • Implemented proper grounding techniques during installations, reducing potential risks associated with power surges or faults in the system.

Education

Applied Electrician Certification - Electrical Engineering

Saskatchewan Polytechnic/ Sask-Polytech , Prince Albert, SK
12.2023

RN program -

University of Regina, Prince Albert, SK
12.2011

High School Diploma -

Cumberland College, Melfort, SK
12.2010

Skills

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Collaboration talent
  • People skills & Mindful
  • Physically strong & determined
  • Creative and open-minded
  • Musically taught
  • Taught music lessons
  • Operated Zamboni and John Deere 1585 mower/snow removal
  • Built the ice up in ice rink (Northern Lights Palace) and kept up maintenance of it
  • Martial arts
  • Hand and power tools
  • EMT/PVC Conduit
  • Conduit Bending
  • Low-voltage Systems
  • Electrical Installation
  • Safety awareness
  • Safety Protocols
  • Wiring Layouts
  • OSHA Guidelines
  • Electrical Installations
  • Circuit Diagrams
  • Some construction experience
  • Lighting Systems
  • Fixtures
  • Canadian Electrical Code
  • Scaffolding construction
  • Lock Out-Tag Out Procedures
  • Electrical Safety
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Conduit and Raceway Installation
  • 3 Phase Circuitry
  • Voltage Testing
  • Lift up to Number of pounds
  • Commercial, Industrial and Residential experience
  • Industrial Wiring
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Electrical experience
  • Site preparation
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Electrical testing
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Lighting fixtures

Certification

  • S.C.O.T. (Safety Construction Orientation) SCSA certificate
  • First Aid - Canadian Red Cross
  • Fall arrest certificate
  • WHIMIS certificate
  • Living Works Start certificate

Awards

  • Math 30 A/B- Awarded Scholarship/Bursary
  • Chemistry/Biology 30- Awarded scholarship/Bursary
  • Golden Eagle Feather- Award of Excellence (Bedford Road Collegiate Saskatoon)
  • Graduated with a 4.0 GPA

References


  • Rob Lok, 1-(867)-444-9029, communityservices@melfort.ca, Former head supervisor City of Melfort Community Services dept.

Timeline

Apprentice Electrician - Geo Electric Ltd.
01.2024 - 03.2024
Skilled 1 Labourer - City of Melfort
04.2022 - 09.2023
Kettle Man Operator - Flynn Roofing Inc.
06.2018 - 09.2018
Roughneck - Ensign Drilling/Energy Inc.
05.2005 - 01.2006
Operator/Hobart Meat Grinder - Centennial Foods
08.2003 - 09.2004
Shipping and Receiving Clerk - Klassen Jewllers
08.2002 - 03.2003
Shipping and Receiving Clerk/Warranties - A & B Sound
08.2002 - 03.2003
Saskatchewan Polytechnic/ Sask-Polytech - Applied Electrician Certification , Electrical Engineering
University of Regina - RN program,
Cumberland College - High School Diploma,
Blaine Grandguillot