Chris A. Yarbrough
Hazel Green
Summary
Results-oriented operations leader with expertise in process optimization and team management. Drives productivity through strategic resource allocation and performance monitoring. Focused on fostering collaboration and enhancing team performance while aligning initiatives with industry best practices.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Gas Department Supervisor
Huntsville Utilities
Huntsville, AL
11.2019 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Schedules and assigns work for multiple directional boring crews and landscaping crews.
- Coordinate work orders with other supervisors to complete jobs in a timely manner.
- Advised subordinate crew members on best practices to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Oversaw and coordinated all lawn and grounds maintenance operations across Huntsville Utilities properties, ensuring consistent quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Resolve all customer complaints due to any damage Huntsville Utility crews have caused.
- Coordinates and monitors the work of contractors.
- Coordinated workforce schedules, optimizing resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
- Supported Department Director and Managers in budget preparation and oversight.
- Developed and delivered training programs for Gas Apprenticeship School, aligning curriculum with industry standards.
Field Customer Service Representative
Huntsville Utilities, Fiber Operations
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Resolved customer complaints regarding fiber optic installation by leveraging resources from City, Comcast, AT&T, Bear Communications to achieve satisfactory outcomes.
- Responded to urgent customer needs during on-call shifts to ensure timely service.
- Coordinated crew location updates with departments to streamline project management.
Crew Leader
Huntsville Utilities, Gas Operations
11.2015 - 11.2019
- Managed directional boring crew for installation of natural gas services and mains, contributing to timely project completion.
- Supervised and assisted crewmembers in construction, operation, and maintenance of distribution system, ensuring efficient project execution.
- Oversaw the installation and repairs of new and existing mains and service lines.
- Trained apprentices in all aspects of gas service line and main installation, enhancing workforce skills and safety compliance.
- Teaches in previous and current gas & water apprentices on how to operate the truck mounted crane.
- Experience operating backhoe, track hoe, dozer, truck-mounted crane, forklift, trencher, skid steer, directional boring rig, and various landscape equipment.
- Experience loading and transporting heavy equipment on Lowboy trailers.
- Assisted Electric Operations in storm recovery and installation of fiber optic network cable.
- Facilitated assistance to various departments during on-call shifts.
- Trains co-workers on navigating through Success Factors.
- Ensures that co-workers follow company safety policy and procedures.
- Former member of the Gas Operations Safety Committee.
Equipment Operator Gas Operations
Huntsville Utilities Gas Operations
11.2008 - 10.2015
- Operated directional boring rig to install underground utilities efficiently.
- Excavates, repairs, installs natural gas mains and services, and backfills ditches or trenches around underground utilities.
- Ensures work site is safe by placing traffic cones and signs and by observing utility location markings.
- Drives or hauls equipment to and from work site.
- Loads, hauls and unloads dirt, gravel, rock, etc. for work site.
- Performs minor preventive and corrective maintenance on assigned equipment to prolong service life and to ensure safe operation.
- Assists in the training of less experienced personnel on excavators and directional boring rig.
- Took on additional responsibilities to streamline workflow and enhance project execution.
- Enhanced crew efficiency by assuming extra tasks during downtime from equipment operation.
Parts Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
06.2010 - 04.2011
- Welcomed customers and addressed inquiries to enhance service experience.
- Managed cash register transactions and recorded cash totals for accurate financial tracking.
- Guided new employees through daily operations training to ensure quick acclimation.
Utility Worker / Apprentice
Huntsville Utilities, Gas Operations
09.2003 - 10.2008
- Operated gas distribution equipment to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Conducted routine inspections of gas lines for safety compliance and operational integrity.
- Increased crew effectiveness by managing additional tasks during equipment downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to perform maintenance tasks on gas facilities.
- Supported team objectives by assuming various responsibilities.
General Laborer
New Market Sod Farm
03.2000 - 08.2004
- Led daily operations of sod farm, coordinating tasks among co-workers.
- Operated and maintained heavy machinery for sod harvesting and installation.
- Assisted in daily sod production workflows, ensuring quality standards were met consistently.
- Conducted soil preparation and grading to optimize growth conditions for sod cultivation.
- Operated farm and landscape equipment to improve efficiency on the farm.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Strayer University
Washington, DC06.2025
No Degree -
Calhoun Community College
01.2016
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Huntsville Utilities
01.2008
High School Diploma -
Hazel Green High School
Hazel Green05.2003
Skills
- Service excellence
- Occupational safety
- Project planning
- Effective problem resolution
- Inventory management
- Efficiency enhancement
- Operational streamlining
- Strategic growth planning
- Guidance and support
Timeline
Gas Department Supervisor
Huntsville Utilities
11.2019 - Current
Field Customer Service Representative
Huntsville Utilities, Fiber Operations
09.2017 - 11.2019
Crew Leader
Huntsville Utilities, Gas Operations
11.2015 - 11.2019
Parts Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
06.2010 - 04.2011
Equipment Operator Gas Operations
Huntsville Utilities Gas Operations
11.2008 - 10.2015
Utility Worker / Apprentice
Huntsville Utilities, Gas Operations
09.2003 - 10.2008
General Laborer
New Market Sod Farm
03.2000 - 08.2004
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Huntsville Utilities
BBA - Business Administration
Strayer University
No Degree -
Calhoun Community College
High School Diploma -
Hazel Green High School