The nickname “sparky” for electricians comes from the visible sparks and occasional discharges during electrical mishaps, like overloading an outlet or dealing with faulty appliances. While some might see it as derogatory since sparks signal issues, it is generally a playful and lighthearted term reflecting the nature of their work.
Locally owned and operated in Southern Ontario, each customer holds immense value to us. We are committed to surpassing expectations and delivering the highest standard of workmanship and customer care.
Our ethos revolves around ensuring your satisfaction with every electrical project big or small.
Mark
Title: Owner/ Master Electrician
Background
- Certified 309A Master Electrician
- 15 years of hands-on experience, working through diverse projects, from commercial to residential setups.
- 4-year stint working at an LRT station refined his skills in prioritizing complex wiring diagrams and ensuring top-notch safety protocols. From deficiency lists to site safety walkthroughs, Mark’s attention to detail is his forte.
- 4-years experience at WSIB and Humber College equipped him for challenging environments
- 3-years as a Project Coordinator honed his organizational skills including shutdowns, high voltages, and complex wiring diagrams are all in a day’s work for him.
For the past three years, Mark has focused on custom residential electrical jobs, discovering a true enjoyment in the challenges they bring and looking forward to meeting new clients every day.
Hobbies
Mark is a woodworking and welding enthusiast, passionate about crafting custom pieces. In his downtime, Mark enjoys spending time with his family and friends, and exploring the outdoors with his dog.
Erica
Title: Owner/ Director of Client Services
Background
- For the past 13 years, Erica has been deeply immersed in the environmental industry and has a background in educational outreach, rehabilitation in aggregates, field work and research and project coordination
- Her journey began with fieldwork across Ontario, gradually transitioning into the role of a project coordinator and now, directly engaging with clients and contractors.
- Primary services for Sparky Mark Inc. is scheduling, invoicing and social media content and website manager.
- Erica dedicates her time to volunteering with various community organizations such as a leader for Girl Guides Canada, Diabetes Canada and community support groups at Distress Centre Halton/Hamilton and the Centre for Grief and Healing.
While she is not present on a Sparky Mark job site, she orchestrates everything behind the scenes, ensuring projects run smoothly and efficiently.
Hobbies
Everything outdoors. Recently, Erica has delved into a new hobby: sewing. Who knows, maybe one day she will even be stitching up uniforms for the Sparky Mark crew!
