Daniel Santos-Blake
TORONTO,Canada
Summary
Results-driven Electrical Professional with 9 years in high-rise commercial, industrial, and residential electrical construction. Proven leadership in coordinating teams and managing project timelines. Recognized for strong organizational and communication skills. Currently pursuing Electrical Certificate of Qualification Exam.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
Zed Electric
Toronto
06.2021 - 11.2024
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Maintained and repaired wiring, lighting, and control systems.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure project specifications were met.
- Coordinated project timelines and resource allocations for efficient workflow management.
- Trained new team members on processes and best practices to ensure compliance.
- Resolved conflicts within the team to maintain a positive work atmosphere and morale.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Trained junior electricians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Supervised apprentices and assessed completed tasks, offering guidance and encouragement.
- Addressed and resolved worksite safety hazards to reduce risk.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring and fixtures based on project specifications and building codes.
- Prepared sketches showing location of wiring and equipment or followed diagrams during installation process.
- Conducted maintenance on electrical equipment and systems.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
Electrical Apprentice
Pros Electric
06.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted electricians in installing wiring and electrical systems in residential buildings.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation on job sites.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during electrical installations and repairs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of recurring problems.
- Installed and maintained wiring systems in commercial and residential buildings.
- Utilized hand tools and power equipment to complete wiring installations.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical issues related to wiring systems.
Electrical Apprentice
IBEW 353
08.2013 - 09.2019
- Assisted electricians in installing wiring and electrical systems in residential buildings.
- Assisted in Installs of conduit systems including EMT, rigid conduit, flexible conduit.
- Pulled wires through conduit runs using fish tapes or pull strings.
- Used hand tools such as wire strippers, cutters to prepare wires for connections to boxes, terminals.
- Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during electrical installations and repairs.
- Supported senior electricians by preparing work areas and gathering necessary materials.
- Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
Education
High School Diploma / Trade School / Apprenticeship Details - Electrical ( Const.Main )
George Brown College
Toronto 09.2014 - 11.2019
Skills
- High rise - Commercial Electrical Work
- Electrical Rough-In & Finishing
- Blueprint reading
- Conduit Bending & Installation
- Cable Pulling & Terminations
- Lighting & Power Distribution Systems
- Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
- Workplace Safety & Compliance
- Service Maintenance
- Material Management and Organization
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Crew Leadership & Team Coordination
- Efficient Workflow Management
- Consistent Work Ethic
- Organizational skills
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Strong Communication & Teamwork
- Problem resolution
- Willing to travel
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Codes compliance
Certification
- Certified Electrician
- Valid AZ Driver's License
- WHMIS Certified
- Working at Heights Certified
- Bobcat Operator Training Certified
Timeline
Electrician
Zed Electric
06.2021 - 11.2024
Electrical Apprentice
Pros Electric
06.2020 - 11.2021
High School Diploma / Trade School / Apprenticeship Details - Electrical ( Const.Main )
George Brown College
09.2014 - 11.2019
Electrical Apprentice
IBEW 353
08.2013 - 09.2019