Brian Strong

Technical Services & Safety Director

Cornhusker Public Power District

09.1997 - Current

Managed departments of Purchasing, Stores, IT/OT, Engineering/Planning, Fleet/Mechanics, Load Management, and Safety
Construct and conduct meetings
Responsibility of interim GM/CEO in emergency
Create and present budgets from multiple departments
Create contracts, analyze and approve contractor's bids
Electric system integrity planning
Hazardous Disaster Planning
Hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
Observed employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Handled problematic customers to assist employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
Helped to build culture of safety focused on reducing incidents and eliminating hazards.
Conducted regular safety meetings inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.