Shaun MacDonald
Red Seal Certified Electrician
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Experienced Red Seal Certified Electrician with over 30 years in industrial, commercial, and remote site electrical work. Skilled in electrical/mechanical maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and supervision. Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and work in challenging environments including mining operations, military facilities, and northern communities.
Experience
Electrician - ATCO Frontec - Resolute Bay, NU
(2021-06 - 2025-03)
- Performed electrical and mechanical maintenance, repairs, installations, and testing on generators and HVAC systems.
- Supported Department of National Defense projects and Parks Canada building maintenance.
- Maintained Environment Canada weather stations and Transport Canada airport communication systems.
- Managed job pricing, labor, maintenance, parts ordering, and fleet supervision.
- Assisted with unloading cargo ships and delivering goods to customers.
Electrician - Lakewood Electric / Anderson Electric - Red Lake, ON
(2020-08 - 2020-12)
- Installed cable trays and wired control panels for a new gold processing plant.
- Worked on various motors, controls, and instrumentation devices.
- Completed terminations and system integrations.
Electrician - Mueller Electric (Lakewood Electric) - Williams Lake, BC
(2019-03 - 2019-06)
- Eagle Gold Project, Yukon: Installed conveyor control systems, belt weight scales, emergency stops, and trip cords.
- Built and wired control cabinets, trunk cables, and field wiring.
Electrician/Supervisor/Foreman - Ryfan Electric Ltd. - Spruce Grove, AB
(2012-01 - 2019-03)
- Led multiple projects including plant upgrades, underground mine ventilation systems, and installation of a 360-man camp.
- Installed fiber optic systems, generators, heating/ventilation systems, water/sewage treatment plants, and PLC systems.
- Supervised 12–14 electricians, managed material procurement, pricing, and daily work schedules.
Electrician - Self-Employed - Antigonish, NS
(2011-01 - 2012-01)
Electrician/Supervisor/Foreman - Nova Construction - Antigonish, NS
(1985-08 - 2010-12)
Electrician - Self-Employed - Antigonish, NS
(1985-03 - 1985-08)
Education
Journeyman Electrician - Electrical Trades - SAIT, Calgary, AB
Certificate - Hazardous Area Electrical Equipment - Nova Scotia Community College
Certificate - Fire Alarm System Technology
Certification - IBDN Structured Cabling System Training (Copper/Fiber)
