Wayne Jeffrey

instructor years of experience

42

Years of
Experience

Biography

Wayne joined Canada Training Group with over 40 years of knowledge and experience in the Electrical and Instrumentation industry. As a Master Electrician and Journeyman Instrument Mechanic, Wayne offers a unique perspective to training that provides solid theory with practical applications gained through years of work in the industry.

Wayne’s oilfield and agriculture experience encompasses maintenance on process and production equipment, electrical design, project management, and all facets of electrical and instrumentation contracting. His in-depth experience with Arc flash studies, estimating, compliance, safety, trouble-shooting, and diverse types of equipment including VFD's, and PLC's is invaluable in his hands-on teaching with CTG.

As an Instructor with Lakeland College for six years, he focused on the application of code and theory in the workplace to equip students with the tools, knowledge, and trouble-shooting skills they would need in their work. As well, throughout his career, he worked overseas as an instructor and as an Instrumentation/Electrical Consultant.

Recently, as a consultant in the Oilfield and Agriculture industries, Wayne assists companies with Arc flash studies and training of personnel to achieve compliance with safety regulations, thus reducing liability and mitigating risk.

Expertise

Testimonials

  • Hassan Mahmood, BTHC
    Wayne has a strong background in electrical knowledge, he is well aware of electrical codes and standards and explains everything very well.
  • Patrick Kean, Canadian Coast Guard
    Wayne is a very knowledgeable instructor. It is my second time taking a course with him as an instructor, and I found him great both times. I would recommend this course with Wayne as the instructor.
  • Ty Spooner, BluEarth Renewables
    Wayne is very knowledgeable. He is also very patient and helpful with making you understand the process and reasoning for planning and testing on electrical systems
  • Johnathan Gamble, Total Power
    Wayne did an awesome job making everything easy to understand, as the knowledge level for guys on the course varied greatly.
  • Hayden Berg, Fortis Mining Engineering and Manufacturing
    Wayne was very knowledgeable and did a good job making the content digestible and engaging.
  • Brennan Rathbone, City of Ottawa
    Very knowledgeable instructor. Wayne was easy to relate with and helpful.
  • Adam LeChasseur, GCT Deltaport
    Wayne Jeffrey was by far the best instructor I've ever had in any electrical training session I've taken before.
  • Rick Burroughs, Blue Ridge Lumber
    I found Wayne to be very informative and the course to be fulfilling.
  • Andrew Kazmirchuk, City of Ottawa
    Wayne is a wonderful instructor. He explains concepts well and draws from his personal career experience to give us real world examples.
  • Brett Fisher, MTM Mine
    I personally liked Wayne as an instructor. He had lots of information and went over all the details with us. He answered any questions we had right away and made it make sense.
  • Jeff Barfoot, Syncrude
    Wayne is a great instructor. He is very knowledgeable and is very good at explaining any questions.
  • Jonathon Martel, Total Power
    Wayne was a great instructor, he was clear in his description of scenarios and answered questions thoroughly.
  • Todd Bicklmeier, Canfor Pulp
    Wayne is very knowledgeable and provides a good learning environment.
  • Tom Esopenko, Canfor Pulp
    Wayne was very good, he was able to get class the class interactive and involved in discussion.
  • Craig Cowie, Alberta Newprint Company
    Wayne was very knowledgeable and helpful in explaining the course material.

Upcoming Courses

Dec 09 - Dec 13, 2024 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Edmonton, AB OR24603 Register
Dec 09 - Dec 11, 2024 In Person
PLC Programming Foundations and Essentials: Onsite Delivery
Edmonton, AB OR24974 Register
Jan 20 - Jan 24, 2025 In Person
Electro-Mechanical Deductive Reasoning for Heavy Equipment Technicians
Edmonton, AB OR25011 Register
Feb 24 - Feb 26, 2025 In Person
PLC Programming Foundations and Essentials: Onsite Delivery
Edmonton, AB OR25100 Register
Mar 24 - Mar 28, 2025 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Edmonton, AB OR25063 Register
Apr 28 - Apr 28, 2025 In Person
Essentials of Drilling & Service Rig Electrical Operation and Maintenance for Rig Managers
Edmonton, AB OR25097 Register
Apr 28 - May 02, 2025 In Person
Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals
Edmonton, AB OR25008 Register
Apr 28 - May 02, 2025 In Person
How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning
Lloydminster, AB OR25149 Register
May 26 - May 30, 2025 In Person
How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning
Edmonton, AB OR25150 Register

All Courses Taught

VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting

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How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning

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Arc Flash & High Voltage Safety - Qualified Electrical Worker Certification

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Arc Flash & Low Voltage Safety

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Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals

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Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification

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Electro-Mechanical Deductive Reasoning for Heavy Equipment Technicians

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PLC Programming Foundations and Essentials: Onsite Delivery

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Essentials of Drilling & Service Rig Electrical Operation and Maintenance for Rig Managers

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