Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
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Prestin Bergen

PO Box 342, Bienfait

Summary

Dependable Red Seal Journeyman 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 customers and other professionals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Electrician

AC Power Contractors
09.2022 - Current
  • Completed rough-in, termination and underground work.
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits and motors.
  • Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
  • Verified problems, investigated faults and troubleshot solutions to enhance installations.
  • Interpreted electrical codes and diagrams to complete electrical repair and installation tasks.
  • Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
  • Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair and update requirements.
  • Performed troubleshooting to determine issues and appropriate action to complete tasks and provide quality installations.
  • Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
  • Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.

Apprentice Electrician

AC Power Contractors
10.2018 - 09.2022
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
  • Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement or repair.
  • Assessed electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and needed adjustments or repairs.

Apprentice Electrician

Bart Shaw
02.2017 - 09.2018
  • Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
  • Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
  • Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations
  • Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
  • Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.

Concrete Finisher

Glen Peterson Construction Ltd
06.2015 - 11.2016
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel and asphalt.

Hardgoods Associate

Sportchek
10.2013 - 03.2016
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.

Education

Construction Electrician

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Moose Jaw, SK
10.2022

Year 1 Electrical

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina Campus
Regina, SK
10.2017

High School Diploma -

Estevan Comprehensive School
Estevan, SK
06.2016

Skills

  • Safety Awareness
  • Circuits and Wiring
  • Motor Operations
  • New System Installations
  • Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
  • Panel Termination
  • Mathematical Ability
  • Electrical Safety
  • Critical Thinking
  • Cable Pulling
  • Wiring Installation
  • Industrial Control Systems

References

  • Bart Shaw

Journeyman Electrician

(306)421-2778

bartjshaw@gmail.com

Former boss and journeyman Electrician


  • Cass Willerth

Journeyman Electrician/VFD technician

AC Power contractors

(306)421-1121

cass.willerth@gmail.com

Former co-worker, who I've worked under as apprentice and with as a journeyman


  • Shawn Saxon

Carpenter

(306)421-6882

saxonconstruction1980@gmail.com

Former hockey coach and have also worked along side in a construction projects.

Timeline

Journeyman Electrician

AC Power Contractors
09.2022 - Current

Apprentice Electrician

AC Power Contractors
10.2018 - 09.2022

Apprentice Electrician

Bart Shaw
02.2017 - 09.2018

Concrete Finisher

Glen Peterson Construction Ltd
06.2015 - 11.2016

Hardgoods Associate

Sportchek
10.2013 - 03.2016

Construction Electrician

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Year 1 Electrical

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina Campus

High School Diploma -

Estevan Comprehensive School
Prestin Bergen