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Cody Elfring

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Results-driven operations supervisor with expertise in project management, safety compliance, and budget oversight. Proven track record of optimizing workflows and fostering team development in high-pressure environments.

Overview

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1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Supervisor

Colorado Springs Utilities
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily operations and project management for a $65M pre-treatment facility.
  • Supervise a team of 6, emphasizing results-oriented training and development.
  • Schedule tasks for all crafts to optimize workflow efficiency.
  • Foster leadership skills within the team through consistent coaching and mentorship.
  • Coordinated team schedules to ensure efficient workflow and coverage.
  • Monitor compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.

Water and Fuels System Maintenance Craftsman

Colorado Air National Guard
Aurora, CO
09.2010 - Current

· My 10 years of experience supervising Airmen honed my leadership skills in project management, personnel development, and budget oversight.

· Spearheaded the creation of new 5-year training program, increasing training efficiency by 30%.

· During deployments, led teams in completing complex projects and a team of five Airmen across 13 locations, successfully finishing 25 major projects within budget and timeframe.

Mechanic Specialist

Colorado Springs Utilities
Colorado Springs, Colorado
09.2013 - 07.2024

· Spearheaded the maintenance and operation of five pumping plants, ensuring smooth, continuous functionality of all pumps, machinery, and electrical systems as the lead mechanic.

· Completed maintenance tasks in-house by demonstrating effective leadership of all assigned mechanics, which saved CSU 60% in costs, time, and other valuable resources.

· Created successful PMs and useful job plans for inspecting, testing adjusting, operating, and maintaining critical equipment, reducing downtime or replacement of expensive pumps.

· Increased redundancy of pumping stations by 20% by utilizing consistent troubleshooting and maintenance efforts resulting in minimal disruptions and maximizing treatment plant efficiency

· Responsibly managed $9.9M annual maintenance budget, ensuring efficient allocation and project completions.

· Designed new LOTO program, worked with Electric to make it effective for Water and Wastewater.

· Effectively coordinated with Power, Wastewater and Contractors; ensured strict compliance on joint tasks and safety measures, keeping all critical functions up and running without incident

· Coordinate and communicate with PA Group to ensure assets and job plans remain current.

Wrote new PMs as needed to reduce equipment downtime and ensure equipment is maintained.

Wildland Firefighter

Colorado Springs Utilities
Colorado Springs, CO
2016 - 2020

· Leveraged experience as a wildland firefighter, I utilized critical skills in safety protocols, teamwork, and worked effectively in physically demanding and strenuous environments.

· This valuable experience instilled a strong sense of situational awareness and the ability to follow precise instructions under extreme pressure; complimented by superiors many times.

Participated in monthly training sessions, ensuring my skills remained sharp and adaptable.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical, Power, And Technology

Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO
01-2016

Associate of Applied Science - WFMS

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
01-2016

Associate of Science - Business

Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO
01-2015

Associate of Science - Finance

Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO
01-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Management

American Military University
07-2026

Skills

  • Project management
  • Team leadership
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Budget management
  • Effective communication
  • Safety compliance
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Process optimization
  • Employee development
  • Operational planning
  • Management
  • Budgeting and cost control strategies
  • Operations management
  • Data analysis
  • Scheduling coordination
  • Project planning
  • Compliance management

Certification

  • Class D Wastewater Treatment Operator
  • Class B Water Treatment Operator

Timeline

Operations Supervisor

Colorado Springs Utilities
07.2024 - Current

Mechanic Specialist

Colorado Springs Utilities
09.2013 - 07.2024

Water and Fuels System Maintenance Craftsman

Colorado Air National Guard
09.2010 - Current

Wildland Firefighter

Colorado Springs Utilities
2016 - 2020

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical, Power, And Technology

Pikes Peak Community College

Associate of Applied Science - WFMS

Community College of The Air Force

Associate of Science - Business

Pikes Peak Community College

Associate of Science - Finance

Pikes Peak Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Management

American Military University
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