Gille Koidjos

Results-driven 2nd Year Apprentice Electrician with hands-on experience spanning highway lighting infrastructure, heritage LED lighting restoration, pump system installation, multi-unit residential construction, commercial work, and basement renovations. Currently contributing to street light pole installation and termination, LED fixture work on Edmonton landmarks, and outdoor electrical systems with JATEC Electric Ltd. — one of Western Canada's leading highway lighting and shallow utility contractors. Proven ability to work safely under journeymen supervision, interpret electrical blueprints and schematics, and deliver CE Code-compliant workmanship across diverse project types.

Strong health and safety background, Class 5 licence, and a committed, professional attitude on every job site.

Apprentice Electrician - JATEC Electric Ltd. - Edmonton, AB

(2026-05)

• Assisting journeyman electricians with the removal, supply, installation, and termination of street light poles as part of highway lighting and signage projects across the Edmonton region.
• Supporting all phases of pole work including foundation preparation, pole erection, luminaire mounting, conductor pulling, and final electrical terminations to utility standards.
• Working in compliance with Alberta OHS regulations, traffic control protocols, and JATEC's COR-certified safety program on active roadway and infrastructure job sites.
• Contributing to shallow utility and highway lighting projects for a contractor with over 30 years of service delivering infrastructure across Western Canada.
• Assisted with LED lighting repair and installation on the historic Clock Tower landmark on 99th Street in Edmonton, including troubleshooting existing fixtures and installing new LED luminaires on a heritage structure.
• Assisted with the electrical installation of a water pump system at a lake in Stony Plain, Alberta, including wiring, connections, and ensuring safe operation in a wet/outdoor environment per applicable electrical codes.
• Terminated telecommunications/tech cable wiring inside a residential neighborhood electrical distribution box, ensuring proper organization, labelling, and secure connections to utility standards.
• Worked alongside EPCOR crews on street light installation projects, gaining exposure to utility-grade standards, coordination protocols, and public infrastructure requirements in the City of Edmonton.
• Ran PVC conduit through active downtown Edmonton roadways as part of underground electrical infrastructure installations, working in compliance with traffic control plans and City of Edmonton excavation and civil requirements.

Apprentice Electrician - Action Electrical — Carrington Construction Apartment Build - Edmonton, AB

(2025-10 - 2026-03)

• Installed PVC conduit systems for underground electrical distribution runs on a large-scale multi-unit residential project.
• Pulled, cut, and terminated conductors in apartment suites per CE Code specifications; installed single-pole, 3-way, 4-way, GFCI, and AFCI receptacles and switches.
• Assisted with load centre (electrical panel) installation: mounting breakers, organizing conductors, and preparing for final terminations.
• Pulled 750 MCM aluminum service cable, demonstrating experience with large conductor handling and cable management.
• Installed life safety equipment including silenceable mini horns, exit signs, and fire stop putty pads around lighting fixtures.
• Installed dryer and range receptacles (30A/50A), applying proper circuit protection and wire gauge selection per CE Code.
• Followed site safety procedures, Alberta OHS regulations, and journeyman direction to maintain a safe and productive job site.

Apprentice Electrician - Lexand Electric

(2024-09 - 2025-10)

• Performed residential and commercial electrical installations including wiring devices, light fixtures, load centres, and distribution panels under licensed journeyman supervision.
• Completed basement renovation wiring projects: roughed-in new circuits, installed sub-panels, ran NMD90 cable, and wired receptacles, switches, and lighting fixtures to CE Code standards.
• Installed and maintained outlets, switches, GFCI/AFCI receptacles, breakers, and electrical panels in compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code).
• Completed low voltage wiring including structured cabling and pre-wiring for security and communications systems.
• Interpreted electrical blueprints, single-line diagrams, and wiring schematics to execute accurate and code-compliant installations.
• Operated hand tools and power tools safely and effectively in compliance with site safety and PPE requirements.
• Maintained clean, organized work environments and adhered to WHMIS standards and all job site safety protocols.

Health & Safety Inspector / Production Lead - ANC Solutions

(2022-11 - 2024-09)

• Conducted comprehensive health and safety inspections; developed and implemented corrective actions to mitigate workplace hazards.
• Delivered safety training to employees on procedures, emergency response, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepared detailed inspection reports, risk assessments, incident reports, and safety audit documentation.
• Led production teams, overseeing workflow efficiency in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Prep Cook - Montana's Restaurant

(2021-12 - 2022-11)

• Prepared food to restaurant quality standards; developed strong multitasking, organizational, and time management skills.

Cashier / Deli Clerk - Safeway

(2020-08 - 2021-10)

• Provided customer service, managed cash transactions, and ensured smooth front-end and deli operations.

Electrical Apprenticeship - Electrical Apprenticeship - NAIT (2024 - 2025)

High School Diploma - Holy Trinity High School / Louis St. Laurent School (2017 - 2021)