Drew Clapperton
Baltimore,Ontario
Summary
Certified electrician with strong skills in electrical systems, installations, repairs, and maintenance across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Known for problem-solving, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. Experienced in reading blueprints, working collaboratively, and interacting professionally with clients. Reliable, hardworking, and passionate about the trade. Seeking an electrical position to continue learning and build a long-term career in the electrical industry.
Dependable individual with a strong work ethic and commitment to safety. Skilled in supporting fellow firefighters and serving people through efficient and safe services. Thinks quickly under pressure and remains calm in stressful situations. Offering 4 years of experience in efficiently responding to fire and EMS alarms.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Fire Fighter
The Township of Hamilton
03.2020 - Current
- Responding to fire alarms and emergency calls promptly and efficiently.
- Performing fire suppression activities, including extinguishing fires using hoses, water pumps, and other equipment.
- Providing medical assistance and first aid to injured individuals as needed.
- Inspecting buildings and facilities to ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and standards.
Electrical Apprentice - Electrical Journeyman
SLD Electric
02.2020 - Current
- Rough in / finish new builds.
- Familiarity with electrical codes and regulations to ensure compliance during installations.
- Installation of electrical systems, including power, wiring, conduit, fixtures, and equipment.
- Maintenance, testing and repairing of electrical systems to ensure functionality and safety.
- Estimating materials and labour requirements, and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Installed, tested and modified circuit breakers, controls, fuses, lights and motors.
- Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
- Worked extended hours on weekday and weekend projects.
- Demonstrated expertise in the use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, crimping tools and wire and cable cutters.
- Maintained a working area that was clean, safe and stocked with appropriate equipment and supplies.
Labourer
Greetham Industrial Services
09.2019 - 02.2020
• Prepped items for sandblasting and performed final touch-ups with paint.
• Loaded and unloaded trucks.
• Cleaned the shop and paint booths.
Co-Op Student
B.G. Roberts Electrical Ltd.
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Took every opportunity to learn about electrical installations and code requirements.
- Installed new light fixtures and ballasts.
- Wired new smoke/fire alarms.
- Drilled holes and pulled/pushed wiring through openings, using hand and power tools.
- Arranged wiring, fixtures, and conduit boxes in preparation for installations.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Increased efficiency in project completion by prioritizing tasks and utilizing effective time management strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Mary Catholic Secondary School
Cobourg, ON06.2019
Skills
- Knowledge of National Electric Code (NFPA 70)
- Troubleshooting complex control systems
- Installation of lighting systems
- Installation of Single & Three phase Systems
- Troubleshooting various electrical circuits
- Wiring techniques
- Hand and power tools
- Blueprint Reading
- Wiring Layouts
- Fixtures
- Conduit Bending
- Heavy Lifting
- Electrical Installations
Accomplishments
- OYAP Student in Electrical Trade.
- Captain of Junior C Port Hope Panthers 2022-23 Hockey Team leading team to PJHL Tod Division Championship.
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- NFPA 1001 - Firefighter, Level I
- NFPA 1001 - Firefighter, Level II
- NFPA 1072 - Hazardous Materials Awareness
- NFPA 1072 - Hazardous Materials Operations
- NFPA 1001 Firefighter Levels I and II (Recruit)
- NFPA 1002 Pump Operations
- NFPA 1006 Technical Rescue – Awareness, Operations and Technician levels (Surface, Swift and Ice Water Rescue, Confined Space, Rope Rescue, Trench Rescue, Vehicle Extrication and Structural Collapse)
- NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials (Awareness, Operations, Technician and Mission Specific)
- Chainsaw Operations
- Fire Dynamics
- DZ License
- OSSD Specialist High Skills Major Red Seal in Construction
- Ontario Scholar
- Working at Heights Certification
- Standard First Aid Certification
- CPR Level C – included AED Certification
References
- Stefan DePinto - Owner, SLD Electric, (905) 372-7100
- Bryan Harold - Electrician/Journeyman, SLD Electric, (905) 375-5585
- Mike Robinson - Director of Emergency Services / Fire Chief, The Township of Hamilton, (905) 376-5606
- Tim Caine - CUSW Carpenter, (905) 243-0792
Timeline
Volunteer Fire Fighter
The Township of Hamilton
03.2020 - Current
Electrical Apprentice - Electrical Journeyman
SLD Electric
02.2020 - Current
Labourer
Greetham Industrial Services
09.2019 - 02.2020
Co-Op Student
B.G. Roberts Electrical Ltd.
02.2019 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
St. Mary Catholic Secondary School
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- NFPA 1001 - Firefighter, Level I
- NFPA 1001 - Firefighter, Level II
- NFPA 1072 - Hazardous Materials Awareness
- NFPA 1072 - Hazardous Materials Operations
- NFPA 1001 Firefighter Levels I and II (Recruit)
- NFPA 1002 Pump Operations
- NFPA 1006 Technical Rescue – Awareness, Operations and Technician levels (Surface, Swift and Ice Water Rescue, Confined Space, Rope Rescue, Trench Rescue, Vehicle Extrication and Structural Collapse)
- NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials (Awareness, Operations, Technician and Mission Specific)
- Chainsaw Operations
- Fire Dynamics
- DZ License
- OSSD Specialist High Skills Major Red Seal in Construction
- Ontario Scholar
- Working at Heights Certification
- Standard First Aid Certification
- CPR Level C – included AED Certification
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