Joseph Thompson
Oshawa,Ontario
Summary
- To obtain a full time position
- Strong physical skills
- Hard worker
- Quick learner
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Self motivated
Dependable electrician with vast knowledge of electrical systems and expertise installing, repairing and maintaining electrical systems. Skilled at troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical problems and efficiently identifying and implementing solutions. Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with other professionals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
IBEW Local 353
Toronto, ON
02.2013 - Current
- Working for the IBEW has given me a wide range of skills and experience. I have worked for several new construction companies as well as OPG's nuclear facilities.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
Labourer
Gamut General Contracting
Toronto, ON
10.2011 - 01.2013
- Work independently and as a crew
- Labour duties include demolition of old interiors
- Clean up and prep for daily assignments
- Assist carpenters in building of frames etc
- Including measuring and cutting
- Assisting with electrical and plumbing; removing old and installation of new
Labourer
Dwyer Roofing Company
Newcastle
07.2011 - 10.2011
- Labour duties included stripping roof of shingle
- Provide bundles of shingle to roofers
- Cutting and capping roof peaks
- Thorough clean up of shingles, nails and packaging
Clifford Masonry Company
Scarborough, ON
07.2011 - 08.2011
- Labourer duties included sorting, cleaning and stacking piles of bricks
- Breaking up marble slabs
- Moving bags of mortar
- Jointing (mortaring) bricks
McDonalds
Oshawa, ON
04.2011 - 07.2011
- Duties include cleaning the parking lot and emptying the garbage
- Cleaning and sweeping the lobby
- Wiping the tables and counters
- Cleaning the washrooms
- Working the deep fryers and cooking the orders on the grill
Newspaper Delivery
Oshawa This Week
Oshawa, ON
01.2004 - 01.2011
- Two routes delivering three times a week
Referee for OCHL
Local Arenas
Oshawa, ON
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Referee every Saturday, two games or more per day
Umpire
NASC
Oshawa, ON
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Umpire for the NASC every summer from May to August
Education
Certificate of Apprenticeship - Electrical
Durham College
Whitby, ON11.2019
High School Diploma -
G.L Roberts
Oshawa, ON06.2011
Skills
- Wiring installation
- Electrical Repairs
- Electrical Installation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Electrical experience
- Decision-Making
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Pipe installation expertise
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Efficient
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Works well in team environment
Employmentvolunteerexperience
- Referee for OCHL, 2008 - 2010, Oshawa, ON, Referee every Saturday, two games or more per day
- Umpire, 2008 - 2010, Umpire for the NASC every summer from May to August
- McDonalds, 04/2011 - 07/2011, Ritson Rd. S., Oshawa, ON, Duties include cleaning the parking lot and emptying the garbage. Cleaning and sweeping the lobby. Wiping the tables and counters. Cleaning the washrooms. Working the deep fryers and cooking the orders on the grill.
- Dwyer Roofing Company, 07/2011 - 10/2011, 11 Mill St., Newcastle, Labour duties included stripping roof of shingles. Provide bundles of shingles to roofers. Cutting and capping roof peaks. Thorough clean up of shingles, nails and packaging.
- Gamut General Contracting, 10/2011 - 01/2013, 101 Oakcrest Ave., Toronto, ON, M4C 1B4, Work independently and as a crew. Labour duties include demolition of old interiors clean up and prep for daily assignments. Assist carpenters in building of frames etc. including measuring and cutting. Assisting with electrical and plumbing; removing old and installation of new.
Educationcertificates
- Grade 12 Honour Diploma from G.L.Roberts C.V.I., 399 Chaleur St., Oshawa, ON, L1J 1G5, 905-728-7594, 2011
- Certificate of Apprenticeship Nov. 2019
- Certificate of Qualification 309A Nov 2022
- First Aid and CPR certificate (up to date)
- Basic WHIMIS training certificate, (up to date)
- Basics of Fall Protection, (up to date)
- A valid G drivers license, 11/2011
References
References and letters of recommendation available upon request
Extracurricular Activities
I go to the gym to maintain a healthy and physical lifestyle.
I am athletic and have always been a sports person, baseball and hockey. I still participate and enjoy playing on the men's league in both sports.
I have a keen interest in woodworking and have just started some new projects.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Electrician
IBEW Local 353
02.2013 - Current
Labourer
Gamut General Contracting
10.2011 - 01.2013
Labourer
Dwyer Roofing Company
07.2011 - 10.2011
Clifford Masonry Company
07.2011 - 08.2011
McDonalds
04.2011 - 07.2011
Referee for OCHL
Local Arenas
01.2008 - 01.2010
Umpire
NASC
01.2008 - 01.2010
Newspaper Delivery
Oshawa This Week
01.2004 - 01.2011
Certificate of Apprenticeship - Electrical
Durham College
High School Diploma -
G.L Roberts