Brian Leivo
Carlsbad
Summary
Productive Operations Supervisor with years of experience in the SPS Meter Shop in multiple roles. Bringing many years of experience overseeing day-to-day activities . Decisive leader and strategic problem solver with excellent communication and planning abilities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Supervisor
Xcel Energy
Carlsbad
03.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize workforce efficiency and coverage.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain adequate supplies and resources.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow and productivity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline operational processes.
- Managed daily operations, including scheduling personnel, assigning tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Provided support to other departments as needed to meet organizational goals.
- Identified areas of improvement and developed strategies to increase efficiency.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with various departments to resolve operational issues quickly.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss any issues or concerns they may have had.
- Assisted in the hiring process by conducting interviews and making recommendations for new hires.
- Managed scheduling and staffing, optimizing labor costs while ensuring operational demands were met.
- Recruited, interviewed and selected employees to fill vacant roles.
Journeyman Meterman Foreman
Xcel Energy
Carlsbad
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Supervised daily operations to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated team activities for efficient workflow and task completion.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory and ordered materials to support project needs.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for operational issues in the field.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
Journeyman Meter Technician
Xcel Energy
Carlsbad
06.2013 - 01.2019
- Inspected and calibrated electric meters for accurate readings.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding meter readings and billing issues.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot meter-related problems efficiently.
- Analyzed meter data for discrepancies and reported findings promptly.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards during all service operations.
- Tested new meter installations for proper operation prior to putting them into service.
- Calibrated meters using standard test equipment to determine their accuracy.
- Installed and replaced utility meters following safety procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all inspections, tests and repairs conducted on each meter installation site.
- Interpreted blueprints, diagrams and schematics related to metering equipment.
- Identified potential hazards when working on high voltage lines or near energized circuit breakers.
- Conducted routine maintenance on metering equipment to ensure reliability.
Journeyman Lineman
Xcel Energy
Carlsbad
09.2001 - 06.2013
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground power lines.
- Conducted safety inspections of electrical equipment and work sites.
- Operated bucket trucks and other heavy machinery for line work.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues.
- Responded to emergency outages and restored power quickly.
- Trained apprentices on safe lineman practices and equipment use.
- Provided technical guidance to apprentice linemen when needed.
- Climbed wood poles using approved climbing methods while wearing proper safety gear.
- Participated in training sessions to learn new techniques in line operations.
- Performed work on both dead and energized lines of different voltages.
- Utilized specialized tools including hot sticks, rubber gloves, cable slings and lineman pliers.
- Repaired or replaced damaged poles and anchors following storm damage or vehicle accidents.
- Tested and operated switches, cutouts, regulators and voltage controllers for proper operation.
- Attached transformers to poles and connected to power lines.
- Conducted fault location on all types of distribution systems using various testing equipment.
- Reviewed safety regulations prior to commencing any job tasks.
- Assisted in the construction of new transmission lines by erecting poles, setting crossarms, stringing wire and installing fixtures.
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
- Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
Electric Meter Reader
Xcel Energy
Carlsbad
12.1995 - 09.2001
- Collected meter readings for residential and commercial customers regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of meter data and service activity.
- Inspected meters for damage, tampering, or irregularities during readings.
- Coordinated with team members to optimize reading routes efficiently.
- Conduct safety checks before entering private property; adhere to local laws governing access to premises for meter reading purposes.
- Provide customers with information about energy conservation measures and services available through utility company.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NMSkills
- Safety compliance
- Workforce scheduling
- Inventory management
- Process improvement
- Employee training
- Customer relationship management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving
- Team building
- Change management
- Administration and operations
Certification
- Journeyman Lineman Certificate
- Journeyman Meterman Certificate
Accomplishments
- Received an I-Deliver award in April ‘23 for resolving a complex problem regarding Solar Applications in NM
Timeline
Operations Supervisor
Xcel Energy
03.2022 - Current
Journeyman Meterman Foreman
Xcel Energy
01.2019 - 03.2022
Journeyman Meter Technician
Xcel Energy
06.2013 - 01.2019
Journeyman Lineman
Xcel Energy
09.2001 - 06.2013
Electric Meter Reader
Xcel Energy
12.1995 - 09.2001
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
New Mexico State University