DARCY SWANTON
Prince George
Summary
Energetic and dependable employee with firsthand experience in industrial plant operations, equipment handling, and safety compliance. Proven ability to operate and maintain boilers, heavy machinery, and production systems. Safety-focused team player seeking a full-time position that utilizes my skills to support and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Operator
Enersul
Chetwynd
08.2022 - Current
- Operate and monitor plant boilers safely and efficiently.
- Load and move train cars daily to meet site logistics.
- Operate mobile equipment including loaders and skid steers.
- Follow production targets and quality standards set by the Site Manager.
- Assisted in training new operators on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
Fiberline Utility Operator
Canfor Pulp and Paper
Prince George
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated with control operators for equipment startups/shutdowns.
- Performed lockout/tag-out procedures and assisted maintenance teams.
- Operated digesters, mix tanks, washers, and other processing systems.
- Collected samples and performed titration, pH, and density tests.
- Completed production logs and safety reports.
Plant Technician
Conuma Coal
Chetwynd
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Operated pumps, crushers, filters, thickeners, and flotation systems.
- Conducted pre-op checks and followed Safe Operating Procedures.
- Performed settle ability testing and troubleshooting of plant systems.
Forklift Operator / Lead Hand
Louisiana Pacific
Chetwynd
01.2013 - 12.2019
- Supervised shift activities and performed quality inspections.
- Bagged, tagged, and coordinated shipment of finished goods.
- Conducted daily reports and led safety meetings.
- Assisted in warehouse and production troubleshooting.
Plant Technician/Apprentice Millwright
Western Coal
Chetwynd
03.2008 - 08.2012
- Operated and maintained heavy equipment for coal processing.
- Monitored production lines to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery and equipment for functionality.
Education
4th Class Power Engineering Certification -
BCIT
Burnaby, BCHigh School Diploma -
Chetwynd Secondary School
Chetwynd, BCSkills
- Adaptive learner
- Basic mechanical troubleshooting
- Basic electrical troubleshooting
- Strong leadership
- Teamwork abilities
- Proficient in operating heavy equipment
- Proficient in operating plant machinery
- Meticulous
- Safety-focused
- Experience in manual labor
- Experience in maintenance operations
- Equipment maintenance
- First aid and CPR
Certification
- WHMIS
- TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods)
- Forklift Operator
- First Aid Level 3
- Elevated Work Platform (High Level Platform)
- Millwright Level 2 (Partial Completion)
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Plant Operator
Enersul
08.2022 - Current
Fiberline Utility Operator
Canfor Pulp and Paper
06.2021 - 08.2022
Plant Technician
Conuma Coal
02.2019 - 09.2020
Forklift Operator / Lead Hand
Louisiana Pacific
01.2013 - 12.2019
Plant Technician/Apprentice Millwright
Western Coal
03.2008 - 08.2012
4th Class Power Engineering Certification -
BCIT
High School Diploma -
Chetwynd Secondary School