Ethan Sundstrum
Port Alberni
Summary
An experienced and motivated 3rd class Power Engineer with almost 10 years of experience in the industry controlling process plants. Currently provides support in multiple departments as a Control Room Engineer and an ET plant operator. Current responsibilities include operation, maintenance and monitoring safety standards in a large paper manufacturing plant.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Safety Captain
Paper Excellence
10.2022 - Current
- Oversaw safety operations in Steam plant and ET plant to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and a safe environment for all workers.
- Conducted monthly safety tours to ensure the plant and related equipment met safety standards.
- Held monthly safety meetings to hear any concerns from plant personnel regarding safety of the plant.
- Investigated accidents and near-miss events, identifying root causes and corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Ensured proper use of personal protective equipment by plant personnel.
Control Room Engineer
Paper Excellence
01.2021 - Current
- Operated and monitored 600 psi hog-fueled power boiler, ensuring consistent steam production to meet plant demands.
- Monitored and adjusted boiler parameters, including pressure, temperature, fuel feed, and combustion efficiency.
- Worked with maintenance and plant personnel to conduct inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on boiler equipment.
- Maintained detailed logs of operational data, maintenance activities and safety checks.
Effluent Treatment Plant Operator
Paper Excellence
01.2019 - Current
- Operated and maintained effluent treatment plant to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Monitored and adjusted chemical and biological processes, including pH, turbidity, and nutrient levels to optimize wastewater treatment.
- Collected and analyzed effluent samples using laboratory equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, and other related equipment.
- Responded to alarms and troubleshooted equipment malfunctions in an efficient manner.
Power Boiler Fireman
Paper Excellence
01.2017 - 08.2020
- Conducted routine inspections of fuel feed and ash-handling equipment.
- Assist Shift Engineer with any disruptions in plant operation.
- Work with maintenance to troubleshoot and repair equipment in the plant.
- Complete any necessary lock out/ tag out procedures to ensure safety for maintenance workers.
Education
3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC01-2019
4th Class Power Engineering Certificate
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC11-2017
Skills
- Workplace inspections
- Hazard identification
- Safety skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Communication
- Process Analysis
- Teamwork
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Record Keeping
Timeline
Plant Safety Captain
Paper Excellence
10.2022 - Current
Control Room Engineer
Paper Excellence
01.2021 - Current
Effluent Treatment Plant Operator
Paper Excellence
01.2019 - Current
Power Boiler Fireman
Paper Excellence
01.2017 - 08.2020
3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate
British Columbia Institute of Technology
4th Class Power Engineering Certificate
Vancouver Island University
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