George Maltbie
Garnerville,NY
Summary
Accomplished Section Manager with expertise in pipeline compliance and budget oversight, recognized for fostering effective team leadership and executing projects that enhance operational efficiency and safety standards in gas construction.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Section Manager Gas Construction Capital
Con Edison
Valhalla, New York
05.2020 - Current
- Directed a team of supervisors, union workers, and contractors to replace 40 miles of leak-prone pipe annually from 2020 to 2025.
- Coordinated directly with municipalities to clarify work scope, permit requirements, pipeline design, and paving.
- Ensured strict compliance with pipeline layout drawings during construction activities.
- Managed scoping documents and contractor bidding processes effectively.
- Reconciled and ensured accurate bills through Oracle, approximately $350,000 a week to various vendors.
- Conducted regular meetings with shop stewards and union representatives to address safety practices.
- Engagement of employees daily at shift start, and purposeful field visits to promote safety and share lessons learned.
Section Manager Queens Gas Distribution Services
Con Edison of New York
Bronxville, New York
02.2017 - 05.2020
- Analyzed section operations to identify areas of improvement, and recommended corrective actions.
- White Hat in the Incident Command System during crisis management efforts, service interruptions, or emergencies.
- Monitored budgets and allocated resources accordingly to meet operational objectives.
- As a member of various committees, I collaborated with other departments to improve specifications, develop operator qualifications, training, and resolve issues promptly.
- Organized regular meetings with union and management employees of the section to promote inclusion. Covid -19 protocols.
- Mentored and assisted team supervisors and Leadership Development Program candidates to successful completion of their respective programs.
Field Operations Planner
Con Edison of New York
Bronx, NY
02.2010 - 02.2017
- Oversaw a team of 10 supervisors and 50 union mechanics working rotating shifts 24/7 to respond to gas emergencies, new business meter installations and turn-ons, customer turn-ons and turn-offs, and various mandated inspection programs on gas pipeline assets.
- Collaborated with the Energy Service Department to install gas service and metering equipment for hundreds of large residential buildings transferring from oil heat to gas heat.
- Expert knowledge of NYC building codes and fuel line codes.
- Ensured compliance of all employees with aspects of needed medicals and training.
- Ensured the weekly schedule of employee work shifts met needed staffing levels while staying within overtime goals.
- Involved with yearly internal and external audits (PSC), organizing requested documents, or field meetings for the auditor, and clarifying any questions the auditor may have.
Operating General Supervisor
Con Edison of New York
Bronx, NY
05.2008 - 02.2010
- Supervised dispatchers, assigning emergent work orders to mechanics across all four Con Edison areas.
- Notified senior management and external government agencies of safety-related conditions as needed.
- Generated and submitted accurate follow-up reports to required government agencies by deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during daily operations.
Gas Distribution Supervisor
Con Edison of New York
Bronx, New York
05.2005 - 05.2008
- Supervised a team of mechanics during 24/7 rotating shifts to respond to gas emergencies.
- Scheduled mandated inspections of gas pipeline assets to ensure timely completion and budget compliance.
- Fostered trust among union members to promote an inclusive workplace environment.
- Communicated daily work scope and expectations for timely project completion to customers.
Gas Mechanic
Con Edison of New York
Valhalla, New York
09.1987 - 05.2005
- Executed installation and repair of gas infrastructure throughout Westchester County, ensuring operational excellence.
- Swiftly responded to emergency gas leaks, efficiently isolating and repairing pipelines on customer premises.
- Troubleshot heating and cooking appliances, restoring functionality post-repairs.
- Accurately documented new gas line installations following layout designs and timely completion reports.
- Conducted regular inspections on gas pipeline assets to ensure regulatory compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Manhattan College
Bronx, NY01-2017
Skills
- Project management
- Pipeline compliance
- Budget oversight
- Contractor coordination
- Emergency response
- Regulatory inspections
- Microsoft Excel and Word
- Maximo and Oracle
Certification
NY State Drivers Licence
Affiliations
Volunteer mentoring students Bronx Design and Construction Academy
Timeline
Section Manager Gas Construction Capital
Con Edison
05.2020 - Current
Section Manager Queens Gas Distribution Services
Con Edison of New York
02.2017 - 05.2020
Field Operations Planner
Con Edison of New York
02.2010 - 02.2017
Operating General Supervisor
Con Edison of New York
05.2008 - 02.2010
Gas Distribution Supervisor
Con Edison of New York
05.2005 - 05.2008
Gas Mechanic
Con Edison of New York
09.1987 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Manhattan College