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

  • 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.
  • Hayden Berg, Fortis Mining Engineering and Manufacturing
    Wayne was very knowledgeable and did a good job making the content digestible and engaging.
  • 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.
  • Tyler Skutelnik, Alberta Health Services
    Wayne did a good job explaining the course and answering questions we had.
  • Christian Hachache, EDS Pumps & Water Treatment
    I feel Wayne made it a fun and interesting course. He was very thorough and ensured we all understood everything that was covered.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Craig Cowie, Alberta Newprint Company
    Wayne was very knowledgeable and helpful in explaining the course material.
  • Brennan Rathbone, City of Ottawa
    Very knowledgeable instructor. Wayne was easy to relate with and helpful.
  • Tom Esopenko, Canfor Pulp
    Wayne was a very good instructor. He was able to get class interactive and involved in discussions.
  • Quinn Hiebert, Alberta Health Services
    Wayne, the instructor, was very clear and communicated very well. He taught very practically, and guided each student.
  • Darryl Silakiewicz, Keyera
    Wayne did a great job of keeping the course flowing and the class engaged.
  • Robert Burnell, Suncor Energy
    Wayne was a great instructor, easy to get along with, open to questions, and very knowledgeable
  • Blair Fitzpatrick Yara Belle Plaine Inc.,
    Wayne made the course fun and was very knowledgeable.
  • Mohit Mander, KLTP
    Wayne is a wonderful and informative instructor. He made the course very enjoyable and easy to follow.

Upcoming Courses

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
Mar 24 - Mar 28, 2025 In Person
Electro-Mechanical Deductive Reasoning for Heavy Equipment Technicians
Fort McMurray, AB OR25203 Register
Apr 09 - Apr 09, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Saskatoon time, SK OR25198 Register
Apr 16 - Apr 16, 2025 LIVE 2-Way Online
Arc Flash High Voltage Safety Refresher Certification
Training 8am-4pm Vancouver time, BC OR25199 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
May 26 - May 30, 2025 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Edmonton, AB OR25152 Register
Jul 14 - Jul 18, 2025 In Person
VFD Essentials: Programming, Maintenance and Motor Control Troubleshooting
Edmonton, AB OR25175 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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