Kal Kooner
About Kal Kooner
Kal Kooner is the DSC Lead Tech at Parkland Fuel Corporation and Chevron Burnaby Refinery with over 30 years of experience in instrumentation and dual journeyman certifications as an Instrument Mechanic and Electrician.
Current Roles at Parkland Fuel Corporation and Chevron
Kal Kooner is currently employed as a DCS Lead Tech at both Parkland Fuel Corporation and Chevron, located in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada. His responsibilities include providing technical support and guidance to technicians, maintaining DCS and SIS equipment, and developing detailed procedures for maintenance technicians and process control groups. He manages various aspects of the instrumentation and control systems and works closely with contractors to ensure adherence to protocols.
Past Experience in Instrumentation
Kal Kooner has significant experience in instrumentation, having previously worked as an Instrument Mechanic at Celanese for 10 years (1995-2005) and at Imperial Oil for 4 years (1991-1995). This extensive background has contributed to his broad expertise in instrumentation technology and has shaped his career in working with complex control systems and safety protocols.
Education and Certifications from NAIT
Kal Kooner studied Instrumentation Technology/Technician at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), where he earned a diploma between 1987 and 1989. He holds dual journeyman certifications as an Instrument Mechanic and an Electrician, underscoring his comprehensive technical skills in the instrumentation and electrical fields.
Expertise in Commissioning and Safety Systems
Kal Kooner has over 30 years of experience in instrumentation, with a particular focus on commissioning large-scale projects and specializing in safety shutdown systems. He has upgraded over 60 HMI interfaces from ABB to Honeywell Experion and 18 process control cabinets from legacy hardware to current hardware at the Burnaby Refinery. Additionally, he has upgraded 5 fired heaters and 4 boilers to the Prosafe SIS system, showcasing his capability in advancing and maintaining critical safety systems.
Contributions to Burnaby Refinery Projects
At the Chevron Burnaby Refinery, Kal Kooner has made several notable contributions, including developing graphics for HMI interfaces, implementing alarm strategies, and preparing commissioning and loop check packages. He actively participates in testing, commissioning, PSSR (Pre-Startup Safety Review), and MOC (Management of Change) actions. His role extends to providing owner review and input for third-party I&C designs and aiding in the development of P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams).