Brett Tkachuk
Hinton,AB
Summary
Highly motivated third-class power engineer with one second-class paper completed. Seeking new challenges to further develop skills. Known for strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Excels at working effectively without supervision and prioritizes safety in all tasks.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Operator
Mondi Group
Hinton, Alberta
05.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of boiler equipment, pumps, heaters, exchangers, and other related components.
- Provide field support for console operators on a 700 psi 204000 lb/hr bio-mass boiler, and black liquor evaporation system producing heavy black liquor for a recovery boiler.
- Performed regular inspections on DNCG and NCG scrubbing equipment to identify any potential issues, to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
- Performed inspections on a 20MW double extraction condensing turbine and a 30MW non-condensing turbine.
- Performed regular boiler feedwater tests and adjustments of feedwater chemicals
- Analyzed readings from DCS, meters, gauges, and other instruments in order to monitor system performance.
- Performed root cause analyses on process deviations, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and reporting potential hazards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing disruptions to the production schedule.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by performing regular inspections and preventative measures.
- Maintained compliance with health, safety, and environment practices.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Performed Lock out tag outs on various systems and equipment.
- Completed safe work permits for various contractors and trades workers
Signals & Communications Maintainer
CN Rail
Hinton, AB
02.2014 - 05.2023
- Tested and maintained/troubleshot safety sensitive railroad electrical signal systems and public crossings, In accordance with Transport Canada.
- Responded to emergency call-outs to repair signal equipment and minimize delays
- Installed and repaired railroad signals and signal equipment, such as switch targets and lamps
- Inspected and tested signal installations for operational performance
- Maintained and repaired track circuitry, controllers, highway-rail grade crossing warning systems
- Documented all performed maintenance and repair work for record-keeping and future reference
- Followed safety guidelines and regulations to ensure a safe working environment
- Used SAP for payroll, work orders, and inventory management
Education
Power Engineer (4th Class) Power Lab
SAIT
Calgary, AB12.2022
Power Engineering (4th Class)
NAIT
Edmonton, AB02.2022
Signals & Communications Apprenticeship Program
CN Campus
Winnipeg, MB02.2015
High School Diploma -
Parkland Composite High School
Edson, AB06-2013
Skills
- Ability to work independently and as a teamplayer within the department and other department employees
- Conscientious and punctual character with a good attendance record
- New hire training
- LOTO
- Safe Work Permits
- SAP
- Troubleshooting and Repair
- Preventative Maintenance
- Safety Procedures
- Quality inspections and Reporting
- Strong work ethic and self-starter
Certification
- 3rd Class Power Engineer's Certificate of Competency
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Certification
- Class 5 Driver's license
- H2S Alive
Timeline
Process Operator
Mondi Group
05.2023 - Current
Signals & Communications Maintainer
CN Rail
02.2014 - 05.2023
Power Engineer (4th Class) Power Lab
SAIT
Power Engineering (4th Class)
NAIT
Signals & Communications Apprenticeship Program
CN Campus
High School Diploma -
Parkland Composite High School