DENVER HENSEL
Amherstburg,Ontario
Summary
Licensed 309A Electrician with experience leading crews while installing, repairing, and maintaining industrial, commercial, and residential electrical systems. Strong understanding of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC), electrical distribution, and three-phase systems. Known for working efficiently, maintaining organized and safe job sites, and delivering high-quality workmanship with attention to detail.
Overview
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Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical General Foreman - Atura Hydrogen Centre
PCL Construction
Niagara Falls, Ontario
07.2025 - 07.2026
- Directed the full electrical scope for large-scale hydrogen production facility from construction through commissioning.
- Managed Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during day/night shift to ensure safe isolation of electrical systems and compliance with site safety.
- Oversaw multiple electrical foremen and their crews, ensuring alignment with project schedule, safety standards, and quality expectations.
- Managed manpower planning, crew distribution, and workflow sequencing to maintain productivity across multiple work fronts.
- Coordinated daily with project management, engineers, inspectors, and other trades to resolve conflicts and maintain construction flow.
- Oversaw installation of conduit, transformers, grounding systems, distribution equipment, instrumentation and power cable pulling.
- Ensured strict compliance with Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC), project specifications, and site safety policies.
- Managed quality control inspections, deficiency tracking, and commissioning readiness.
- Interpret electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings to plan installations and resolve field issues.
- Mentor apprentice electricians and junior foremen.
Electrician (309A)
R. Paterson Electric
Windsor, Ontario
06.2019 - 07.2025
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical systems in residential, commercial and industrial environments.
- Planned layout and installation of wiring, lighting, and equipment.
- Installed and serviced motors, transformers, generators, service panels, and electrical distribution systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on 120/208V and 347/600V three-phase systems.
- Installed conduit systems and pulled branch circuits, feeders, and underground/overhead service conductors.
- Utilized testing and diagnostic instruments to verify system performance and ensure proper operation.
- Inspected electrical systems and components to identify hazards, defects, and required corrective actions.
- Worked safely from ladders, scaffolds, and lifts in industrial and construction environments.
Education
Apprenticeship Program - Electrician Construction and Maintenance
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Windsor, ON01-2022
Electrical Techniques -
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Windsor, ON01-2019
High School Diploma -
Belle River District High School
Belle River01-2018
Skills
- Electrical Code Compliance (CEC)
- Team Leadership
- Troubleshooting
- Safety Awareness of Jobsite Hazards
- Team Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
Certification
- Certificate of Qualification (Electrician - Construction and Maintenance), 01/01/23
- ISHA Cable Splicing and Terminating High Voltage, 01/01/26
- Mobile Elevated Work Platforms Certificate, 01/01/26
- Confined Space Awareness, 01/01/25
- Working at Heights, 01/01/25
- WHMIS, 01/01/25
Timeline
Electrical General Foreman - Atura Hydrogen Centre
PCL Construction
07.2025 - 07.2026
Electrician (309A)
R. Paterson Electric
06.2019 - 07.2025
Apprenticeship Program - Electrician Construction and Maintenance
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Electrical Techniques -
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
High School Diploma -
Belle River District High School