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

  • Mohit Mander, KLTP
    Wayne is a wonderful and informative instructor. He made the course very enjoyable and easy to follow.
  • Craig Cowie, Alberta Newprint Company
    Wayne was very knowledgeable and helpful in explaining the course material.
  • Geo Kandathil, International Paper Company
    Wayne was very informed and enthusiastic about teaching, which was helpful for the people attending the class.
  • Darrell Stover, Trans Northern Pipeline Inc.
    Wayne is a great instructor, who keeps it interesting by providing real-life examples from personal experience. Engages class to provide their own experiences based on the topic at hand.
  • Hayden Berg, Fortis Mining Engineering and Manufacturing
    Wayne was very knowledgeable and did a good job making the content digestible and engaging.
  • Tom Esopenko, Canfor Pulp
    Wayne was very good, he was able to get class the class interactive and involved in discussion.
  • Quinn Hiebert, Alberta Health Services
    Wayne, the instructor, was very clear and communicated very well. He taught very practically, and guided each student.
  • Kimberley Kenyon, Canfor Pulp
    Wayne was very knowledgeable as per subject, open to all questions, with good introduction and coverage of house "keeping" at the start of the course. I liked how he would ask what happens on our site to create discussion and to help educate everyone is done at our facility.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Tyler Skutelnik, Alberta Health Services
    Wayne did a good job explaining the course and answering questions we had.
  • Darryl Silakiewicz, Keyera
    Wayne did a great job of keeping the course flowing and the class engaged.
  • Lawrence Sheard, Trans Northern Pipeline Inc.
    Wayne was very knowledgeable and delivered up-to-date course content.
  • Brennan Rathbone, City of Ottawa
    Very knowledgeable instructor. Wayne was easy to relate with and helpful.
  • 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

Upcoming Courses

Aug 12 - Aug 16, 2024 In Person
Electro-Mechanical Deductive Reasoning for Heavy Equipment Technicians
Lloydminster, AB OR24605 Register
Aug 19 - Aug 23, 2024 In Person
How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning
Lloydminster, AB OR24434 Register
Aug 19 - Aug 23, 2024 In Person
Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals
Edmonton, AB OR24433 Register
Sep 09 - Sep 11, 2024 In Person
PLC Programming Foundations and Essentials: Onsite Delivery
Lloydminster, AB OR24480 Register
Sep 11 - Sep 11, 2024 In Person
Essentials of Drilling & Service Rig Electrical Operation and Maintenance for Rig Managers
Nisku, AB OR24488 Register
Sep 16 - Sep 20, 2024 In Person
How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning
Edmonton, AB OR24103 Register
Sep 16 - Sep 20, 2024 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Lloydminster, AB OR24446 Register
Sep 23 - Sep 27, 2024 In Person
Electro-Mechanical Deductive Reasoning for Heavy Equipment Technicians
Edmonton, AB OR24718 Register
Sep 23 - Sep 27, 2024 In Person
Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals
Cobourg, ON OR24645 Register
Sep 23 - Sep 27, 2024 In Person
Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals
Lloydminster, AB OR24604 Register
Oct 16 - Oct 18, 2024 In Person
PLC Programming Foundations and Essentials: Onsite Delivery
Lloydminster, AB OR24660 Register
Oct 21 - Oct 25, 2024 In Person
Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals
Edmonton, AB OR24715 Register
Oct 21 - Oct 25, 2024 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Fort McMurray, AB OR24447 Register
Oct 28 - Nov 01, 2024 In Person
Electro-Mechanical Deductive Reasoning for Heavy Equipment Technicians
Sherwood Park, AB OR24546 Register
Nov 18 - Nov 22, 2024 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Edmonton, AB OR24303 Register
Dec 09 - Dec 13, 2024 In Person
How To Analytically Troubleshoot Complex Electrical Systems with Deductive Reasoning
Edmonton, AB OR24537 Register
Dec 09 - Dec 13, 2024 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Lloydminster, AB OR24603 Register
Jan 13 - Jan 17, 2025 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Edmonton, AB OR25001 Register
Jan 13 - Jan 17, 2025 In Person
Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals
Mississauga, ON OR25008 Register
Feb 17 - Feb 21, 2025 In Person
Understanding Low Voltage Electrical Systems For Non-Electrical Industrial Professionals
Edmonton, AB OR25007 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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Safe Electrical Switching and Arc Flash Awareness for Operators

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