Shane Skanes
About Shane Skanes
Shane Skanes is a Control Room Operator and Steam Plant Maintenance professional at Tolko Industries in Armstrong, British Columbia, with over ten years of experience in power generation facilities. He has previously held positions at Ainsworth Engineered and Canfor, and is currently pursuing a Second Class Power Engineer certification.
Work at Tolko
Shane Skanes has been employed at Tolko Industries since 2014, serving as a Control Room Operator and Steam Plant Maintenance technician. His role involves overseeing operations within the control room and ensuring the efficient maintenance of steam plant systems. Located in Armstrong, British Columbia, Shane has contributed to the company's operations for a decade, demonstrating reliability and expertise in his field.
Previous Experience in Power Generation
Before joining Tolko Industries, Shane Skanes held positions in other notable companies within the power generation sector. He worked as a Chief Power Engineer at Ainsworth Engineered from 2011 to 2012 in Grande Prairie, Alberta. Following this role, he served as a Power Plant Control Room Operator at Canfor from 2012 to 2014, also in Grande Prairie. His cumulative experience in these roles exceeds eight years, focusing primarily on power generation facilities.
Education and Expertise
Shane Skanes studied at Grande Prairie Regional College, where he earned a Power Engineering Certificate from 2005 to 2006. This educational background has provided him with foundational knowledge in power engineering principles. He is currently pursuing a Second Class Power Engineer certification, further enhancing his qualifications and expertise in the field.
Technical Skills and Troubleshooting
Shane Skanes has developed strong troubleshooting skills through extensive hands-on experience with various systems in power generation. His practical knowledge enables him to effectively identify and resolve issues that may arise within the control room and steam plant operations. This skill set is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and safety in his current role.