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Dean Amendt

Kelowna,Canada

Summary

Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at Suncor Energy, skilled in equipment resolution and health and safety training. Proven track record in optimizing operations and enhancing safety protocols in hazardous environments. Adept at creative problem solving and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and operational excellence.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

Suncor Energy
Fort McMurray, Alberta
04.2014 - 03.2021
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on heavy machinery to ensure safe operation.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while operating equipment in hazardous mining environments.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials efficiently using front-end loaders and haul trucks.
  • Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety practices.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.

Power Engineer

Ainsworth Engineered LP
Grande Prairie, Canada
05.2012 - 02.2014
  • Maintained efficient operation of 11,864 kW thermal oil energy systems.
  • Operated two single-pass Dieffenbacher flake dryers for optimal production.
  • Managed four KMW dry fuel combustors to ensure consistent performance.
  • Executed fire suppression measures for 2.4 million square ft. facility.
  • Oversaw operation of bag houses, cyclones, pumps, sumps, compressors, and heat exchangers.
  • Monitored and inspected plant equipment for operational integrity.
  • Analyzed instrument readings and documented equipment malfunctions.
  • Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting on all equipment.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Various Coal Mines
, Canada
03.2006 - 04.2011
  • Safe and efficient operation of various heavy haul trucks.
  • Cat 773/777/785/789/793.
  • Komatsu HD 1500/730E/830E.

Power Engineer (540 hr. work practicum)

Westcoast Energy
Taylor, Canada
01.2005 - 05.2005
  • Cogeneration Plant – Conducted water tests, general/preventative maintenance, took pressure and flow readings (3 rounds per shift).
  • Gas plant – Conducted readings (contactors, absorbers, dehydrators, etc.). General preventative maintenance.

Security/First Aid/Rescue

Westcoast Energy
Taylor, Canada
04.1999 - 07.2003
  • Executed first aid on plant site, ensuring worker safety in emergencies.
  • Participated in man down drills to improve emergency readiness and response.
  • Implemented masking up procedures during hazardous situations, safeguarding personnel.
  • Managed plant security by maintaining accurate records for all workers.

Education

4th Class Power Engineering -

Grande Prairie Regional College
Grande Prairie, AB
12.2005

High School Diploma - Academic high school diploma

North Peace Secondary School
Fort St John, BC
12.1998

Skills

  • Oral and written communication
  • Building systems knowledge
  • Creative problem solving
  • Health and safety training
  • Equipment resolution
  • Night shift adaptability
  • Equipment inspection
  • Equipment operation
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Safety compliance

Certification

· 4th Class ABSA Power Engineering

certificate with steam ticket - 2005

· Levels A/B/C Gas Processing and

· Operations - 2005

· CCOHS Working at Heights

· WHIMIS – CCOHS 2015

· Danatec Transportation of Dangerous Goods

· Ives Skid Steer Certification

· Confined Space Entry and Standy Certification

· Working in a ISO 9001 - 2015

· Ives Standard Forklift Class 1 Certification

· Aerial Man Lift ticket – Expired

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Suncor Energy
04.2014 - 03.2021

Power Engineer

Ainsworth Engineered LP
05.2012 - 02.2014

Heavy Equipment Operator

Various Coal Mines
03.2006 - 04.2011

Power Engineer (540 hr. work practicum)

Westcoast Energy
01.2005 - 05.2005

Security/First Aid/Rescue

Westcoast Energy
04.1999 - 07.2003

4th Class Power Engineering -

Grande Prairie Regional College

High School Diploma - Academic high school diploma

North Peace Secondary School

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