Chad Terae
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
I am an individual eager to enhance my knowledge and skills in the electrical trade as well as gaining new experiences and building my day to day skills and building my character from said experiences. I take pride in my everyday work and take it upon myself to make the jobsite a safe and comfortable place to ensure work can be enjoyed by myself and others. I have spent the last 4.5 years of my electrical career specializing in distribution and mechanical room systems, I'm ready to bring myself to the next level and as well bring my existing knowledge to a new team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrician
Kelmar LTD
Calgary, AB
03.2021 - Current
- Installed electrical systems in commercial and residential buildings.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using testing devices and tools.
- Collaborated with contractors on project timelines and installations.
- Adhered to safety protocols during all electrical work.
- Repaired lighting fixtures and outlets to ensure functionality.
- Mentored junior electricians in best practices and safety procedures.
- Inspected completed work for compliance with local codes and standards.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Installed cables, conductors and wire trays and completed necessary hook-ups for primary power lines.
- Installed leads and connected cables to motors, apparatus and equipment.
Concrete Worker
Hollander Concrete Ltd
Calgary, AB
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
- Operated equipment and vehicles, including excavators and loaders, to prepare the site.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Drive 20 foot flat bed truck to transport material and skidsteer.
- Drive truck and trailer to transport gravel, sand and other materials needed for site.
Commercial Construction Laborer
Summit Commercial Limited
Calgary, AB
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Framed walls and other various structures using wood and steel studs.
- Installed insulation and drywall in commercial and residential buildings.
- Connected lights and fans and other electrical parts.
- Demolished old office buildings and residential houses so that the interior could be renovated.
- Gained experience driving heavy duty trucks.
- Learned how to safely operate and use a scissor lift.
- Kept tools and equipment organized and clean.
- Installed doors, windows, and grid ceiling.
Sous Chef
Phoenix Grill
Calgary, AB
04.2015 - 01.2019
- Prepare desserts and dishes.
- Adhere to specific customer allergies and food modifications.
- Clean dirty dishes and cutlery in a fast pace to keep up with the kitchen.
- Train other employees on stations such as food prep, station prep, and how to prepare specific dishes.
- Prepped portions and sauces in the morning for the restaurant to use through the day.
- Managed other day employees and wrote up manager reports at the end of every shift.
- Work in a face environment that includes working with sharp objects, hot objects and other hazards.
- Maintained knives, ovens, stoves, and other kitchen equipment.
- Organized coolers and freezers, as well as dry space items.
Line Cook
Earls Kitchen and Bar
Calgary, AB
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Prepared specific dishes in a timely and orderly fashion.
- Maintained quality control in a fast pace environment.
- Cleaned station and tools at the end of every shift.
- Worked in a fast pace high demand environment 24/7.
- Learned other stations on the go and at any time when help was needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bishop O'Byrne High School
Calgary, AB5 2017
Red Seal Certification - Electrical
SAIT
Calgary, AB03-2025
Skills
- Heavy machinery operation
- Able to drive vehicles such as double-axel trucks and trucks with loading trailers
- Organization
- Sense of urgency
- Problem solving
- Team building
- Supervision roles
- Customer service
- First aid/ CPR
- Able to work in a high pressure fast paced work environment
- General safety skills and knowledge
- Leadership skills
- Management skills
- Active listener
- Eager and invested learner
- Electrical system installation
- Circuit diagnosis
- Wiring and conduit installation
- Material handling
- High voltage systems
Affiliations
- Graduated grades 10 and 11 with honors.
- Voluntary hockey coach for young kids in the summertime.
- Worked voluntary at the food bank several times.
Accomplishments
• Named captain of hockey team three times because of my leadership skills.
• Supported living costs and a rented home for the past 8 years
• High School Diploma
• Supported living costs and a rented home for the past 8 years
• High School Diploma
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
References
References available upon request.
Hobbies
- Travelling
- Skiing
- Skateboarding
- Hockey
- Daily Exercise
- Reading
Timeline
Electrician
Kelmar LTD
03.2021 - Current
Concrete Worker
Hollander Concrete Ltd
03.2020 - 01.2021
Commercial Construction Laborer
Summit Commercial Limited
01.2019 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Earls Kitchen and Bar
03.2017 - 08.2017
Sous Chef
Phoenix Grill
04.2015 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Bishop O'Byrne High School
Red Seal Certification - Electrical
SAIT