BRIAN GRICE
Louisburg,NC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Public Works Director
Town Of Nashville
06.2024 - Current
- Serve as ORC for both the Distribution and Collections Systems.
- Interviewed job applicants, asking appropriate questions regarding background, expertise, and education.
- Improved infrastructure efficiency by streamlining public works processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Conducted regular staff evaluations to recognize achievements, identify areas for improvement, and facilitate professional development opportunities.
- Achieved timely execution of preventive maintenance programs by efficiently prioritizing tasks based on urgency level assessments.
- Led a team of professionals in delivering high-quality services to the community, promoting collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Retained strong knowledge of utilities Installations and repairs through hands-on leadership.
Public Works Superintendent
Town Of Nashville
04.2024 - Current
- Serve as the ORC for both Collections and Distribution Systems.
- Facilitate ongoing professional development for team members through Certification and Continuing Education Courses to maintain high standards and customer satisfaction.
- Optimize resource allocation across multiple projects by establishing clear priorities based on urgency or strategic importance.
- Collaborate with other city departments on joint initiative to enhance overall community wellbeing.
- Supervise a diverse team of professionals made up of staff from several departments (Water, Sewer, Streets, and Sanitation) to optimize workflow & efficiency.
- Interviewed job applicants, asking appropriate questions regarding background, expertise, and education.
- Addressed conflicts with staff and public immediately, listening to all sides and making educated decisions regarding resolutions.
Superintendent
Fred Smith Company
04.2023 - Current
- Maintain accurate records such as daily logs, time sheets, inspection reports, for each project
- Attend and participate in progress and project meetings
- Conduct regular meetings with contractors, subcontractors, laborers to review progress and address any issues, concerns
- Oversee two, 5 man crews
- Order materials and equipment for these crews, and address issues as they arise
- Conduct daily safety meetings with employees to go over possible hazards associated with their daily task.
Repair Supervisor (Water Distribution)
City of Raleigh (Public Utilities)
02.2016 - 04.2023
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products
- Supervised a crew of 5-10 employees with the installation and repairs of Raleigh's water and sewer lines
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines
- Regularly lead a crew of 5-10 employees after hours in high pressure emergency call situations
- Installed and repaired water mains and laterals, Fire Hydrants, and water control valves.
Foreman
Mid-Atlantic Infrastructures Systems
10.2014 - 02.2016
- Supervised a crew of five employees daily with the installation of underground utilities
- Utilities such as: Water, Sewer, Gas, Electrical duct banks, and concrete storm drains
- Operated several types of heavy equipment daily to complete tasks
- Equipment such as: Excavator, Backhoe, Skid Steer, Loader, Bulldozer, etc
- Lead daily tailgate/Safety meetings with crew to inform them of the dangers involved with each daily task and to ensure everyone had a good understanding of the task at hand, and how to safely complete assigned tasks
- Attended and participated in weekly meetings with superintendents, contractors, and subcontractors to give progress reports on status of projects.
Maintenance Specialist
Town of Louisburg
08.2004 - 10.2014
- Operated hand and power tools while assisting with repairs to the towns collection and distribution systems
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment
- Assisted in the repairs of the Town's underground utilities
- Drove dump truck to haul excavator and other equipment to work sites in and around town
- Operated several types of heavy equipment to make repairs of water and sewer lines
- Equipment such as: Excavator, Backhoe, Skid Steer
- And Loader
- Assisted with emergency calls after hours as part of a 5 man on call crew.
Education
High School Diploma -
Louisburg High School
Louisburg, NC06.2004
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operator (Excavator, Backhoe, Skid Steer, Bulldozer, Loader) - 10 years
- Crew Management
- Delegating Work
- Complex Problem Solving
- Job Planning
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Effective Communication
- Complaint resolution
- Compliance requirements
- Water Resources Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Operations Management
Certification
- Class A CDL
- A Distribution
- Grade 2 Collections / Grade 3 Collections O.I.T.
- Grade 1 Wastewater Operator
- Work Zone Supervisor (NCDOT)
- OSHA 30
- CPR & First Aid Training
- Certified Forklift Operator
Timeline
Interim Public Works Director
Town Of Nashville
06.2024 - Current
Public Works Superintendent
Town Of Nashville
04.2024 - Current
Superintendent
Fred Smith Company
04.2023 - Current
Repair Supervisor (Water Distribution)
City of Raleigh (Public Utilities)
02.2016 - 04.2023
Foreman
Mid-Atlantic Infrastructures Systems
10.2014 - 02.2016
Maintenance Specialist
Town of Louisburg
08.2004 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
Louisburg High School
- Class A CDL
- A Distribution
- Grade 2 Collections / Grade 3 Collections O.I.T.
- Grade 1 Wastewater Operator
- Work Zone Supervisor (NCDOT)
- OSHA 30
- CPR & First Aid Training
- Certified Forklift Operator
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