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Emission Services Lab - Source Testing

Conducted process air emission samples analysis through a combination of field and laboratory testing, focusing on Total Reduced Sulphur (TRS), Fixed Gas in Air, Total Hydrocarbons (THC), anions and cations. Utilized various techniques, including gas chromatography (GC) flame ionization detector (FID), thermal conductivity detector (TCD), Photoionization detector (PID) and Ion Chromatography (IC), to ensure high-quality results and comply with necessary quality control procedures.Trained and supervised new analysts on the operation of instruments, including GC and M324M Sorbent Trap Mercury Analyzer, as well as the proper methods for conducting emission testing according to the Alberta Stack Sample Code.Maintained the laboratory's accreditation by participating in proficiency testing from Proficiency Testing Canada (PTC) using various testing methods.Managed projects, including On-Site Analysis for Gaseous Total Reduced Sulphur Compounds by GC and Method 30B Hg RATA.Demonstrated proficiency in Agilent/HP Chemstation, data interpretation, and lab report generation for clients.Demonstrated exceptional communication skills by effectively troubleshooting with field crews and team members, both verbally and through clear and concise email correspondence and phone calls.

Joffre, Alberta

Conducted a wide range of procedures, calibrations, and calculations to ensure quality control, including high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gas chromatography (GC) flame ionization detector (FID), thermal conductivity detector (TCD), pH testing, Total Suspended Solids, Flashpoint Testers, density measurements, inhibitor titrations in LPG systems, sulfur analysis in LPG, vapor, and liquid hydrocarbons, instrument calibration, and maintenance of gas chromatographs, including leak checks, septum replacements, filter and scrubber replacements, syringe replacements, sample inlet piping construction, and zero air generator maintenance.Conducted environmental testing in areas such as toxicity, reagent preparation, phosphorous digestion, free and total chlorine, bacteria, aluminum, silica, phosphate, and atomic absorption analysis for metals such as Iron, Magnesium, Calcium, Sodium, and Copper. Also, performed titrations for sulfate, chlorides, Calcium, Total Hardness, Total Solids and Total Dissolved Solids, Alkalinity, pH measurements on waters, CALA accreditation (government compliance testing), turbidity, and quality assurance for olefin units using Hach instruments, spectrometers, turbidity meters, and conductivity meters. Conducted weekly bacteriological analysis compliance testing for potable water samples in Buildings 9, 10, 17, 21, and 44.Prepared chemical solutions and demonstrated proficiency in Agilent Chemstation, data interpretation, and lab report generation for clients and process units.Adept in utilizing Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to manage and generate lab data for clients and process units on the server network.

Managed field projects with success, including planning/scheduling, testing, and progress reporting. Generated technical reports based on analytical work.Conducted specialized technical sampling methods in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Alberta Stacks Code.Supervised large projects with teams of 6-8 and managed daily operations and scope of the crew(s).

Calgary, Canada Area

Conducted technical sampling methods according to the Alberta Stack Code, including Method 29 (Determination of Metals Emissions from Stationary Sources), Method 9270 (Determination of Semi-Volatile Organic Emissions from Stationary Sources), Method 201A (Determination of PM10 to PM2.5 Particulate Emissions from Stationary Sources), and Method 30B (Determination of Total Vapor Phase Mercury).Conducted Hg RATA on coal power plants such as Trans Alta, Capital Power, and Atco Power.Proficient in operating the Zeeman Mercury Analyzer RA-915+ to analyze mercury sample sorbent trap tubes.Experienced in using Gas Chromatography with Photoionization Detector (PID) in the field analyzer for Total Reduced Sulfur (TRS) at pulp paper mills and gas plants.Traveled across Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Northwest Territories and conducted site visits at various locations, including Weyerhaeuser Pulp Paper Mill Grand Prairie, Swan Hills Treatment Centre, Imperial Oil Strathcona, Trans Alta Keephill & Sundance sites, Suncor Fort McMurray, Nexen Long Lake Fort McMurray, Husky Prince George B.C & Lloydminster, Diavik Diamond Mine N.T and others.

Calgary, Canada Area

Duties included stack testing, preparation of gear and kits, equipment maintenance, dry gas meter calibration and repair, completing chain of custody forms for test samples, and training new staff. Received company recognition awards for superior effort and dedication several times.Conducted sampling methods in the Alberta Stack Code, including Method 1 to 4, Method 5 (Particulate Emission Determination (Wash Probe)), Method 7 (NOx Emission Determination for Stationary Sources), Method 8 (Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) and Trioxide Emissions), Method Cl (Chlorine and Chlorine Dioxide Determination), Method TRS (Total Reduced Sulfur Compounds), and Method 12525 (Formaldehyde Emissions Determination).Experienced in air sampling from sources such as SRUs (Sulfur Recovery Units), Incinerators, Boilers, Baghouses, Lime Kilns, Smelt Tanks, Recovery Boilers, Scrubbers, Thermal Oxidizers, and others.Traveled great distances and visited cities such as Golden, B.C., Prince George B.C., Medicine Hat, Red Deer, Innisfall, Edmonton, Athabasca, Swan Hills, Peace River, Grand Prairie, Fort McMurray, AB Hudson, and more.