Derek Crewdson
Keizer,OR
Summary
Highly organized, self-motivated professional with over 13 years of management experience with the last six in the gas distribution industry. Solutions-oriented, dynamic team play with verifiable record of organizational leadership in key organizational projects. Banks on excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills in providing high-impact leadership and organizational management, eager to employ professional strengths and skills to contribute to organizational goals and objectives. Results-oriented Analyst skillful in managing and breaking down large volumes of information. Proactive at heading off issues in operations, workflow and production by uncovering trends affecting business success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Pipeline Safety Analyst
OREGON PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Conduct official audits of intrastate natural gas pipeline operators, related storage, facilities, and infrastructure
- Audit activity includes inspection of operator processes, procedures, and records to ensure compliance with standards set forth in ORS 757.039, Unites States Department of Transportation (USDOT) Pipeline Hazardous Materials and Safety Administration, and the Oregon PUC's rules, orders and stipulated agreements governing pipeline safety
- Examines operator's procedures, training programs, methods, and records that verify the operator's general code compliance
- Examines the following specific programs for compliance and evaluation of the effectiveness of the program: Operator Qualification, Damage Prevention, Public Awareness, Integrity Management, Drug and Alcohol, and Natural Gas Storage
- Performs field inspections of operator's facilities and operator's work practices
- Areas of inspection included operations and maintenance of pressure control and regulating stations, relief devices, exposed main and service pipelines, liquefied natural gas, and other storage facilities, odorizers, corrosion protection systems, compressors, system valves, residential metering, commercial and industrial meters
- Compares what is observed in the field is consistent with the operator's procedures and policies
- Examines operator as-built information, construction methods, and records
- Facility inspection included maintenance records, materials testing, review of x-rays of welds, and if construction and maintenance methods are in compliance with standards and best practices
- Conducts training to educate operators regarding state and federal regulations.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining data analysis processes and implementing automation tools.
Field Operations Coordinator, Sr.
CASCADE NATURAL GAS
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Provides pre-engineering and related engineering design along with project coordination with region management, in the most efficient manner
- Contributes to the justification of gas and/or electric distribution and transmission systems and other construction related activities
- Prepares construction authorizations, maps, forms, locates, and other documents relating to construction and maintenance of projects and equipment
- Prepares work orders and purchase orders as needed
- Serves as liaison between the company crews, customers, architects, engineers, contractors and consultants regarding systems design and construction while ensuring safe and appropriate construction practices are observed according to Company, State and Federal regulations
- Duties may also include Environmental compliance and mitigation coordination
- Coordinates the acquisition of Rights of Way, Permits and Easements in conjunction with projects
- Works with customers to mitigate and repair abnormal operating conditions to existing gas systems
- Schedules work for company and contract crews
- Provides inspection for crews performing construction, maintenance or restoration duties
- Responds to emergency situations and assists in coordination of repairs in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Represents Operations at utility coordination and/or pre-construction meetings
- Recommends changes to policies, practices, standards, and procedures that may enhance efficiency, reliability, or safety and acts as a subject matter expert within Field Operations.
Supervisor II Construction Services
CASCADE NATURAL GAS
09.2017 - 07.2021
- Supervises assigned construction and maintenance projects to comply with established codes and standards of the Company and to meet state and federal regulations
- Plans, schedules and coordinates projects with supervisor and engineering staff and provides input to budget process
- Prepares paperwork, obtains approvals, arranges for materials, and provides progress updates
- Inspects or provides for on-site inspection while maintenance work is being done to ensure that proper procedures are followed, and quality of work is to proper codes and standards
- Provides safe working conditions and equipment on the job and enforces safety rules to prevent injury
- Maintains positive relations and contact with landowners and associated companies which may be involved with the project
- Assures that assigned employees are operator qualified and/or licensed to do assigned tasks
- Provides appropriate training and documentation to comply with company, local, state, and federal requirements
- Supplies data to appropriate personal to keep maps and files up-to-date and accurate
- Provides documentation related to construction to the appropriate departments in a timely manner to assure compliance
- Qualifies and participates in the testing of employees/contract welders to ensure codes are met
- Maintain awareness of related industry trends as well as new or updated regulations, standards, and technology
- Supervises and evaluates assigned crew members to maximize productivity, efficiency and effectiveness.
Safety Coordinator
FIRE SYSTEMS WEST, INC.
01.2012 - 08.2017
- Helped to organize, develop, and implement a formal safety program for Fire Systems West
- Conducted periodic safety job walks at different jobsites that the company had going at any given time
- Facilitated monthly safety meetings with a group of field employees from different departments to discuss any safety concerns
- Conducted accident/injury investigations as well as vehicle accidents
- Maintained all required safety and health documents/files
- Scheduled all employee training such as: OSHA 30, CPR, Confined Space, Forklift & Man Lift Operation
- Also assisted employees with any training required for their specific certifications
- (NICET and Low Voltage Electrical Certification)
Inspection Manager
FIRE SYSTEMS WEST, INC.
10.2009 - 08.2017
- Manage the inspection organization for fire and sprinkler systems
- Coordinate the activities of inspection technicians and subcontractors in the completion of inspection related tasks
- Responsible for scheduling, planning, and completion of inspections
- Monitor direct labor hours, inspection costs, and work schedules
- Work with local AHJs and Fire Marshals in communicating customer concerns and/or reporting deficiencies as required
- Work with Deficiency Account Executives to ensure inspection reports are accurate and complete as needed to efficiency create deficiency estimates
- Communicate with customers, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to facilitate the completion of required tasks
- Track and control costs related to inspection activity in support of companies gross margin objectives
- Take corrective actions when costs are out of line with projected targets
- Train and develop personnel reporting to this position
- Create an environment which achieves ultimate customer service, while meeting or exceeding branch targets
- Coordinates and assists with expediting material requests, replenishing truck stocks and requesting other necessary supplies for inspection technicians
- Ensures vehicles are clean and in safe operating condition by conducting regular inspection
- Ensure all safety guidelines are followed and that the company is in compliance with all regulatory rules and regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies/Business Administration
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA06.2013
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Audit Support
- Report Preparation
- Risk Mitigation
- Issue Identification
- System Analysis
- Incident Reporting
Certification
- Certified Pipeline Weld Inspector +Visual (CPWI+V)
- OSHA 30 Training
Additional Information
National Fire Sprinkler Association
· Puget Sound Chapter Vice President 2017 to August 2017
· Puget Sound Chapter Secretary 2016 to 2017
Timeline
Sr. Pipeline Safety Analyst
OREGON PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION
04.2023 - 03.2024
Field Operations Coordinator, Sr.
CASCADE NATURAL GAS
07.2021 - 04.2023
Supervisor II Construction Services
CASCADE NATURAL GAS
09.2017 - 07.2021
Safety Coordinator
FIRE SYSTEMS WEST, INC.
01.2012 - 08.2017
Inspection Manager
FIRE SYSTEMS WEST, INC.
10.2009 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies/Business Administration
Eastern Washington University
- Certified Pipeline Weld Inspector +Visual (CPWI+V)
- OSHA 30 Training
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