Kris Turcotte
About Kris Turcotte
Kris Turcotte is an Industrial Instrumentation Mechanic at Canfor in Prince George, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from The University of British Columbia and has over 24 years of experience in the field, including expertise in maintaining and calibrating various industrial devices.
Work at Canfor
Kris Turcotte has been employed at Canfor since 2018, serving as an Industrial Instrumentation Mechanic. In this role, he is responsible for the maintenance, setup, and calibration of various instrumentation systems. His work is essential for ensuring the efficient operation of industrial processes within the company, specifically in Prince George.
Education and Expertise
Kris Turcotte holds a Bachelor of Science in Zoology/Animal Biology from The University of British Columbia, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. He also completed a program in Industrial Instrumentation Mechanic at the British Columbia Institute of Technology, achieving Red Seal certification from 2015 to 2017. His educational background supports his technical expertise in instrumentation.
Background
Kris Turcotte has over 24 years of experience in the field of industrial instrumentation. He holds a valid OFA level 3 ticket, which indicates his proficiency in occupational first aid. Prior to his current role at Canfor, he worked in maintenance on the milling side of copper production, gaining valuable experience in the industry.
Technical Skills
Kris Turcotte is experienced in maintaining, setting up, and calibrating transmitters for level, flow, and pressure, along with associated field devices. His technical skills are crucial for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of instrumentation in industrial settings.