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Anthony Churchill

Leduc,AB

Summary

Dynamic Instrument and Electrical Lead Technician with extensive experience at Imperial Oil Limited, excelling in team leadership and safety compliance. Proven track record in optimizing workflows and troubleshooting complex systems, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to quality standards. Adept at technical documentation and fostering effective communication among teams.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Instrument and Electrical Lead Technician

Imperial Oil Limited
Kearl Oilsands, AB
02.2019 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations, delegated tasks and assignments and implemented strategies to optimize workflows.
  • Conducted safety briefings leveraging ExxonMobil's PSMS (Personnel Safety Management System) to promote injury-free task performance among technicians
  • Guided junior technicians in troubleshooting intricate technical issues.
  • Facilitated system maintenance comprising troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and installations.
  • Fulfilled role of RDS (Radiation Device Specialist) overseeing handling, measurement, and transportation of Nuclear Devices.
  • Enforced compliance with quality standards to maintain production requirements and sustain business operations.

Instrument and Electrical Lead Technician

Exxonmobil Hebron Offshore Platform
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
03.2016 - 02.2019
  • Contributed as active member of platform commissioning team at ship yard in South Korea conducting mechanical walkdowns and collaborating with equipment vendors for equipment commissioning.
  • Manage day-to-day functions of Instrumentation and Electrical Department.
  • Executed safety audits and assessed work permit compliance.
  • Formulated maintenance procedures and conducted field procedure assessments on Technicians.
  • Entered and distributed work orders to other technicians.
  • Reviewed and interpreted schematics, manuals and related documentation to complete mechanical tasks.
  • Executed responsibilities as On Scene Commander in the platform Emergency Response Team

Instrument and Controls Technician

Exxonmobil Sable Offshore Project
Halifax, Nova Scotia
03.2014 - 03.2016
  • Optimized and sustained control systems for offshore operations.
  • Monitored equipment performance to ensure reliability and safety standards.
  • Diagnosed faults in control systems and implemented effective repairs.
  • Collaborated with engineers to optimize system functionality and efficiency.
  • Troubleshooted PLCs, HMIs and other control systems to ensure proper functioning.
  • Executed responsibilities as Emergency Response team lead

Process Analyzer Specialist

Imperial Oil Dartmouth Refinery
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
06.2006 - 03.2014
  • Oversee reliable and safe operation of refinery process analyzers.
  • Acted as company representative for all Factory Acceptance Testing of newly purchased analyzers.
  • Executed installation and commissioning of new analyzers, conducting training sessions for fellow analyzer technicians in group.
  • Coordinated efforts with engineering group to elevate production efficiency and ensure sustainable operation.

Instrumentation and Analyzer Technician

Imperial Oil Dartmouth Refinery
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
09.1999 - 06.2006
  • Managed daily calibration and servicing of analytical instruments
  • Implemented quality control measures such as verifying accuracy of data input into systems and ensuring proper functioning of instruments used for analysis.
  • Troubleshot instrument malfunctions by diagnosing problems using appropriate tools and resources.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot analytical issues effectively.
  • Attained rank of Captain within Dartmouth Refinery Fire Department.

Instrumentation Technician, Industrial

Celtic Controls
Edson, Alberta
06.1997 - 09.1999
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot issues in complex control systems.
  • Calibrated instruments such as pressure, temperature, level transmitters, flow meters and analytical equipment.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on control systems and instrumentation equipment.
  • Troubleshot complex industrial process control problems with PLCs, DCSs, SCADA systems and other automation technologies.

Marine Engineering Mechanic

Canadian Armed Forces (Royal Canadian Navy)
Halifax, Nova Scotia
12.1990 - 08.1995
  • Executed regular maintenance procedures on naval vessels and relevant equipment.
  • Repaired engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems efficiently.
  • Conducted fueling procedures for ship while navigating open waters.
  • Contribute as engaged member of ship's emergency response team.

Education

Industrial Instrumentation

Nova Scotia Community College
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
06-1997

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Safety compliance
  • Process commissioning and troubleshooting
  • Workflow optimization
  • Effective communication
  • Technical documentation

Timeline

Instrument and Electrical Lead Technician

Imperial Oil Limited
02.2019 - Current

Instrument and Electrical Lead Technician

Exxonmobil Hebron Offshore Platform
03.2016 - 02.2019

Instrument and Controls Technician

Exxonmobil Sable Offshore Project
03.2014 - 03.2016

Process Analyzer Specialist

Imperial Oil Dartmouth Refinery
06.2006 - 03.2014

Instrumentation and Analyzer Technician

Imperial Oil Dartmouth Refinery
09.1999 - 06.2006

Instrumentation Technician, Industrial

Celtic Controls
06.1997 - 09.1999

Marine Engineering Mechanic

Canadian Armed Forces (Royal Canadian Navy)
12.1990 - 08.1995

Industrial Instrumentation

Nova Scotia Community College
Anthony Churchill