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Mark Westlund

Maple Ridge,BC

Summary

Safety-oriented and detail-focused Red Seal Electrician with over ten years of experience in the petrochemical industry. Strong professional knowledge in operating, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of equipment used in processes such as pipeline and marine terminal operations, refinery operations, and boiler operations. Experienced in training, overseeing, and supervising tradespeople and subcontractors from various disciplines. Skilled in collaborating and working effectively with other technicians, trades, operations, and engineers. Committed to fostering a team-oriented approach, maintaining a positive attitude, and ensuring a safe work environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Specialist

Imperial Oil Ltd
01.2023 - Current
  • Member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee
  • Troubleshoot and repair any and all equipment related to terminal operations
  • Complete preventive maintenance tasks, inspections, and reports as assigned in compliance with OIMS, PDMs, and PSMS
  • Assist terminal operations with product movements, daily site inspections, and emergency response as needed
  • Provide oversight to contractors through the Personnel Safety Management System

Terminal Operator

Imperial Oil Ltd
05.2021 - 01.2023
  • Co-ordinates and oversees railcar movements with Canadian Pacific rail and third party switching contractor
  • Perform or assist in the performance of preventive and regular maintenance duties
  • Receiving, storing, and distributing petroleum products via rail, and marine dock, following all product movement, and quality control procedures.
  • Ensuring compliance with all environmental regulations, safety directives, and operating procedures
  • Perform and assist with emergency response scenarios and drills
  • Complete safe work permits and other safety-related paperwork and procedures
  • Surveillance of equipment such as pumps, tanks, motor operated valves, and air compressors, etc
  • Safety sensitive position on a rotational 12 hour shift schedule

Maintenance Foreman

PTW Energy Services Ltd
01.2020 - 05.2021
  • Work directly with Imperial Oil management to find cost effective solutions for maximum up time on equipment
  • Manage preventive and breakdown maintenance at two different mid stream oil and gas terminals
  • Quote, plan, and execute maintenance upgrade projects
  • Schedule and oversight of subcontractors for preventive maintenance
  • Supervise and mentor various trade disciplines on Imperial Oils' safe work practices and procedures
  • Troubleshoot and repair various forms of electrical and instrumentation equipment from motor operated valves, programmable logic controllers, and process instrumentation

Maintenance Foreman

Ross Morrison Electrical Ltd
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • Manage preventive and breakdown maintenance at two different mid stream oil and gas terminals
  • Quote, plan, and execute maintenance upgrade projects
  • Scheduling and oversight of sub-contractors for preventive maintenance
  • Supervise and mentor various trade disciplines on Imperial Oils safe work practices
  • Troubleshoot and repair various forms of electrical equipment from motor operated valves to programmable logic controllers

Journeyman/Foreman Electrician

Ross Morrison Electrical Ltd
05.2016 - 07.2019
  • Instruct and supervise Journeyman and Apprentice Electricians
  • Install and commission Motor Control Centres, Distributed Control Systems, and Gas Cloud Imaging Cameras
  • Install and maintain generators and temporary power equipment
  • Fabricate cable tray and rigid conduit
  • Terminating junction boxes, instruments, and panels

Electrical Sales Representative

Bartle & Gibson Ltd
12.2015 - 05.2016
  • Business to business sales
  • Manage and develop new accounts
  • Maintain strong client and customer relations

Journeyman Electrician

KYBE Electrical Ltd
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Develop and execute layout and installation of electrical wiring and fixtures based on job terms and city regulations
  • Provide outstanding customer service
  • Ensure proper installations through accurate reading of blueprints and drawings

Foreman Electrician

Willbros Group Inc
08.2014 - 03.2015
  • Instruct and supervise Journeyman and Apprentice Electricians
  • Plan daily tasks to meet productivity deadlines in a timely manner
  • Coordinate with other trades to complete work effectively
  • Provide and maintain a safety focused work environment
  • Complete daily time sheets and progress reports

Education

Instrumentation And Control Technician - Level 1

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
03-2025

ACIM 5010: Programmable Logic Controllers

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
05.2019

Power Line Technician Pre-Apprenticeship

Electrical Industry Training Institute
Abbotsford, BC
06.2017

Diploma of Trades Training - Electrical Apprenticeship

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
2013

Skills

  • Develop and implement safe work practices, procedures, and isolation plans
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • 10 plus years experience in the petrochemical industry
  • 5 plus years Supervisory/leadership experience
  • Analytical and problem solving skills
  • Highly organized, self-motivated, and goal driven
  • Work well independently or in a team environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, as well as Bluebeam Revu
  • Equipment operation, repair, and maintenance
  • Project organization and deadline management
  • Promotes a positive safety culture in the workplace
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Certificates and Training

  • Confined Space Entry and Standby
  • Counterbalance Forklift Certificate
  • Telehandler Certificate
  • Aerial Platform - Boom & Scissor
  • Marine Basic First-Aid
  • Fall Protection
  • Drug and Alcohol Awareness - Supervisor Edition
  • Alberta Construction Safety Association: Leadership for Safety Excellence
  • Alberta Construction Safety Association: Basic Instructional Techniques
  • Joint Health and Safety Committee Training
  • W.H.M.I.S.
  • Basic Extinguisher and Fire Safety

Timeline

Maintenance Specialist

Imperial Oil Ltd
01.2023 - Current

Terminal Operator

Imperial Oil Ltd
05.2021 - 01.2023

Maintenance Foreman

PTW Energy Services Ltd
01.2020 - 05.2021

Maintenance Foreman

Ross Morrison Electrical Ltd
07.2019 - 12.2019

Journeyman/Foreman Electrician

Ross Morrison Electrical Ltd
05.2016 - 07.2019

Electrical Sales Representative

Bartle & Gibson Ltd
12.2015 - 05.2016

Journeyman Electrician

KYBE Electrical Ltd
03.2015 - 12.2015

Foreman Electrician

Willbros Group Inc
08.2014 - 03.2015

Instrumentation And Control Technician - Level 1

British Columbia Institute of Technology

ACIM 5010: Programmable Logic Controllers

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Power Line Technician Pre-Apprenticeship

Electrical Industry Training Institute

Diploma of Trades Training - Electrical Apprenticeship

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Mark Westlund