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Fred Golar

Langley,BC

Summary


First Class Power Engineer with over 30 years of operating, supervising and executing direct preventative and corrective maintenance. Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Familiar with all facets of design, construction and implementation of boilers and pressure vessels.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Engineer

Lantic Inc., Rogers Sugar
04.2013 - Current


  • Operated two 30,000 kg/hr Water Tube (Power) Boilers. 470 psi, 3MW Steam Turbine, and all high voltage power equipment from BC Hydro including ancillary equipment within the Power House.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help whenever needed.
  • Trained and mentored competent and flexible workforce to meet project needs and promote positive work environment.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
  • Monitored all processes and equipment.
  • Responded to emergencies and upset conditions ensuring that established procedures were followed.
  • Assisted in preparation of equipment for maintenance, (i.e. prepare the boilers for annual boiler inspections, numerous economizer repairs.)
  • Created notifications to initiate equipment/unit repairs.
  • Performed housekeeping duties and operational maintenance as assigned.

Shift Engineer

UBC
09.2012 - 03.2013

Performed routine operation and basic troubleshooting of a high pressure steam plant providing heating for the extensive UBC Complex. The plant consisted of 3 high pressure water tube boilers and all ancillary equipment.

Shift Engineer/Shift Supervisor

Tembec Mills
04.2010 - 05.2011
  • Provided a contract shift engineer service to the operating staff ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Recovery Boiler, Power boiler and all ancillary equipment in the delivery of Paper Products.
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guide lines to promote a safe working environment.


Chief Examiner

BC Safety Authority/ Technical Safety BC
05.1995 - 04.2008
  • Corresponded with the General Public, Safety Officers, District Examiners, Industry and Members of the examination and curriculum committee nationally.
  • Supervised the office staff and organized the power engineering examination program.
  • Reviewed and approved Power Engineers receiving certificates under the examination process and reciprocal certificates from other Jurisdictions.
  • Established a wording procedures manual, produced all examinations from a computerized program for use in the vancouver office and district offices.
  • Coordinated examination schedules with district examiners. authorized applications for examination.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Collected and graded examinations.

Provincial Safety Officer

BC Safety Authority
04.1991 - 05.1996
  • Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Enforcement of Regulations and Code application for Public Safety.

Education

Applied Science And Technologist , AScT Mechanical
Vancouver, BC

University Courses in Management Essentials
Vancouver, BC

Boiler And Pressure Vessel Inspection, (NBBI)

The National Board of Boiler Inspection Commission
Columbus Ohio, USA
04.1998

Engineering

First Class Power Engineer (Standardized)
Vancouver, BC
06.1990

Skills

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Power distribution high voltage
  • Corrective Actions
  • Maintenance programs
  • Safety programs
  • Engineering documentation
  • Power tool proficiency
  • Perform routine operating tasks (ie monitor levels, temperatures, pressures, etc)
  • Monitor operating areas for abnormal conditions
  • Perform basic troubleshooting
  • Perform proper sampling as required
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Shift Engineer

Lantic Inc., Rogers Sugar
04.2013 - Current

Shift Engineer

UBC
09.2012 - 03.2013

Shift Engineer/Shift Supervisor

Tembec Mills
04.2010 - 05.2011

Chief Examiner

BC Safety Authority/ Technical Safety BC
05.1995 - 04.2008

Provincial Safety Officer

BC Safety Authority
04.1991 - 05.1996

Applied Science And Technologist , AScT Mechanical

University Courses in Management Essentials

Boiler And Pressure Vessel Inspection, (NBBI)

The National Board of Boiler Inspection Commission

Engineering

First Class Power Engineer (Standardized)
Fred Golar