Eric Gates
Halifax,NS
Summary
Adept Naval Electrician with a proven track record at the Department of National Defence, enhancing electrical system reliability and safety through meticulous maintenance and innovative modifications. Skilled in electrical safety procedures and problem-solving, I significantly improved operational readiness and project completion times. My teamwork and expertise in electrical test equipment have consistently exceeded employer expectations.
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Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Naval Electrician
Department of National Defence
02.2015 - 11.2024
- Contributed to successful port visits by coordinating shore power connections and ensuring seamless integration with local infrastructure for uninterrupted operations during off-ship activities.
- Improved safety standards by installing, testing, and maintaining shipboard firefighting and damage control equipment.
- Assisted engineers in designing modifications to improve overall performance of electrical systems aboard the ship.
- Participated in various training exercises focused on developing and maintaining proficiency in shipboard electrical systems operation, maintenance, and repair.
- Collaborated with fellow electricians to streamline work processes, resulting in faster project completion times.
- Enhanced shipboard electrical system reliability by conducting thorough inspections and timely maintenance.
- Reduced downtime by expertly performing preventive and corrective maintenance on power generation systems.
- Ensured operational readiness of the ship''s electrical systems through diligent troubleshooting and repair efforts.
- Played a crucial role in damage control efforts after incidents involving electrical malfunctions or fires on board the vessel.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.
Tree Worker
Bonnyville Forest Nursery Inc
07.2012 - 02.2015
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe working conditions during tree maintenance tasks.
- Increased client satisfaction through efficient completion of jobs within budget constraints.
- Loaded and unloaded trees and materials for use in projects.
- Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
- Planted new trees, shrubs and plants to fulfill project requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
AFNORTH International School
Brunssum, The Netherlands06-2008
Skills
- Electrical safety procedures
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Preventative maintenance planning
- Quality assurance inspections
- Battery management systems
- Energy management systems
- Alarm monitoring systems
- Electrical test equipment
- Alarm systems
- Maintenance and repair
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Electrical wiring and fixtures
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Naval Electrician
Department of National Defence
02.2015 - 11.2024
Tree Worker
Bonnyville Forest Nursery Inc
07.2012 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
AFNORTH International School
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