Travis Johnson
Spruce Grove, AB T7X 3J1
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(780) 600-1021
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tjohnson3349@gmail.com
Red Seal Master Electrician with 15 years of experience specializing in the design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting electrical systems in industrial and commercial environments. Experience in power distribution, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), VFDs, and PLC systems. A safety-focused with experience as a foreman, adept at interpreting drawings and excelling in challenging, project-based work sites.
Experience
Shermco | Jansen, SK
2026
Industrial Commissioning Electrician
- Commissioning and startup for various electrical systems at the BHP Jansen Potash facility.
- Inspections and troubleshooting, including MCCs, VFDs, and control systems.
Kiewit | Elkford, BC
2026
Industrial Commissioning Electrician
- Gland and terminate cables for motors/controllers in the water treatment facility at Line creek mine.
- Worked on commissioning, completing check sheets and startup.
Grimard Electric | Saguenay, QC
2024 - Present
Industrial Electrician
- Executing the installation and commissioning of power distribution systems within the Rio Tinto Arvida AP-60 aluminum smelter expansion
AltaPro Electric Projects | Edmonton, AB
2012-2023
Commercial/Industrial Foreman Electrician
- Planned, Installed, commissioned, and maintained electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, security, VFDs, MCCs, and PLCs in commercial and industrial settings such as hotels, office, food processing and production plants.
- Interpreted technical drawings and electrical schematics to execute system installations, completing detailed as-built drawings to ensure accurate documentation for maintenance and future projects.
- Nurtured a strong site safety culture by leading daily and weekly safety meetings, training new hires on safe work practices, and playing a key role in maintaining COR safety certification during audits.
- As Foreman, planned and directed electrical crews and subcontractors, ordered materials, reviewed shop drawings, ensuring project milestones were met safely, on budget, and to CEC standards.
AltaPro Electric Solar | Edmonton, AB
2023-2024
Commercial Install and Service Electrician
- Performed comprehensive preventative maintenance and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) inspections on commercial-scale solar power generation systems.
- Produced detailed inspection reports for clients, diagnosing and identifying issues with arrays, wiring, and equipment to prevent downtime.
- Contributed to the management of major power generation projects, including the Shepard Solar Farm for ENMAX and the City of Calgary.
Education & Certification
- Master Electrician Designation | NAIT, 2024
- Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician | NAIT, 2016
- Electrical Apprenticeship Program | NAΙΤ, 2012 - 2016
Technical Skills & Safety Certifications
- Safety Credentials: Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE), Construction Safety Training System (CSTS), ESTS, WHMIS, Fall Protection, Standard First Aid.
- Equipment Operation: MEWP, Skid Steer, Excavator, Telehandler & Forklift, Confined Space.
Notable Projects
- BHP Jansen Potash Mine (Industrial Commissioning, 2026)
- Rio Tinto Arvida AP-60 Smelter Expansion (Heavy Industrial, 2025)
- Shepard Solar Farm (Utility-Scale Power Generation, 2019)
- Halkirk Humalite Plant (Industrial Processing, 2016)
- Forest Park Hotel Jasper (Large-Scale Commercial, 2022)
- Grimshaw School (Large-Scale Commercial, 2017)
References
Available upon request.