Shawn Parsons
Calgary,AB
Summary
Proficient facilities professional with experience in plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems. Respond to emergency requests at any hour and work efficiently to minimize disruption. Proven history of high-quality and reliable work.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Technician
HMFT
06.2021 - Current
- Replaced faulty components on fluid pumps, air motors, and related systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired all Graco contractor equipment as well as powder coating systems.
- Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
- Responded to problems reported by customers by troubleshooting and resolving hardware issues.
- Diagnosed, repaired, and installed compressed air systems in trucks and trailers.
- Use hand tools and power tools on daily basis.
Residential Electrician
Self-employeed
09.2015 - Current
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and need for adjustment or repair.
- Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Provided preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services.
Maintenance Technician
TransX Group Of Companies
01.2017 - 05.2021
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained a professional appearance as a company representative.
- Installed and maintained plumbing and HVAC systems.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in the equipment.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
Electrician
Pronghorn Controls
04.2016 - 11.2016
- Industrial construction
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable codes.
- Spliced, joined, and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
- Worked from ladders, scaffold and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs, and on towers.
- Used hand tools and power tools on daily basis
- Worked safely, following safety protocols, at heights up to 250'
Apprentice Electrician
Custom Electric
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Industrial construction and Commercial construction.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Learned and followed the latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Organized materials and tools to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Worked under the supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn the trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations
Apprentice Electrician
Canem Systems
08.2013 - 12.2014
- Commercial Construction - Occupied office setting
- Checked and performed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in walls and floors.
- Organized materials and tools to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Learned to design and install floor distribution equipment.
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
Apprentice Electrician
Flint Energy
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Industrial Construction
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components to create working electrical systems.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Learned to safely and effectively work at varying heights.
Education
No Degree - Occupational Health And Safety Fundimenatls
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB09.2023
No Degree - Google - Technical Support Fundimentals
Coursera
Online12.2022
No Degree - Human Resources Fundimentals
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB02.2021
Apprentice Education - Electrician - Construction Foundation
Southern Alberta Instatute of Technology
Calgary, AB04.2016
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Attention to Detail
- Hand Tool and Power Tool Proficiency
- Customer Relationship Management
- Custom Solution Development
- Root Cause Analysis
- Process Standardization
- Microsoft Office
- Warehousing Functions
- Computer Proficiency
- Order Processing
- Typing Proficiency
Certification
- Red Seal Electrician License
- Electrical Safety Training System (ESTS)
- CSTS – 2020 | CSTS – 09
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
- Fall Protection End User
- Self-Propelled Elevating Work Platform Operator
- Forklift Operator
- WHMIS
- First Aid Level C - CPR & AED
- Medical First responder (MFR)
- Class 5 Drivers License
Timeline
Service Technician
HMFT
06.2021 - Current
Maintenance Technician
TransX Group Of Companies
01.2017 - 05.2021
Electrician
Pronghorn Controls
04.2016 - 11.2016
Residential Electrician
Self-employeed
09.2015 - Current
Apprentice Electrician
Custom Electric
03.2015 - 12.2015
Apprentice Electrician
Canem Systems
08.2013 - 12.2014
Apprentice Electrician
Flint Energy
06.2012 - 07.2013
No Degree - Occupational Health And Safety Fundimenatls
University of Calgary
No Degree - Google - Technical Support Fundimentals
Coursera
No Degree - Human Resources Fundimentals
University of Calgary
Apprentice Education - Electrician - Construction Foundation
Southern Alberta Instatute of Technology
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