IVAN VELAZQUEZ

Safety and Results Oriented | Strategic and Critical Thinker | Conflict and Emergency Resolution Experience | Emergency Response Training | OSHA Construction Safety and Scaffolding Certification

• Facilitated and contributed to the development of safe working practices by leading stretching exercises weekly, worked with safety to develop improved procedures pertaining to body mechanics, and distributing proper body mechanics informational tailgates as member of the Ergo Safety Comity
• Managed all planning, scheduling, assignment, participation, and execution of gas operations work, tailgate briefings, training classes, qualification testing, and safety meetings in a timely, effective, and safety-oriented manner of 13+ direct reports of varying job title classifications to include Crew Leads, Senior Utility Worker, Journeyman, Utility Worker, and Operations Apprentice.
• Supervised, directed, mentored, developed, and motivated employees in all assigned tasks effectively, improving safety, performance, productivity, efficiency, professional growth, and accountability by providing feedback, resolving issues and concerns, and implementing corrective action when required.
• Managed and facilitated the effective and timely assignment and completion of work in installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of gas operating systems such as mains, services, valves, meters, ERT's, regulators, interior and exterior piping on customers' premises, and appliances by providing technical assistance utilizing prior field experience and knowledge of operational systems such as OpenC, Maximo, PowerBI, P-Field, Pcad, Geotab, and Navigate.
• Managed the completion of regulatory work and inspections effectively and expeditiously, ensuring continued compliance and exceeding company goals.
• Executed strategic approval, issuance, and retrieval of company equipment, tools, materials, supplies, and property to insure accountability, proper usage, care, maintenance, and protection of all company property and equipment.
• Coordinated and communicated effectively with colleagues, field employees, customers, contractors, and other industry professionals daily to ensure effective completion, resolution, implementation, and compliance of all gas operation tasks, facilities, issues, and concerns, while nurturing positive working relationships.
• Collaborated with colleges and union members to resolve issues, address concerns, implement new practices and procedures, facilitate a progressively safe environment, and develop effective working relationships while abiding by all company standard operating procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
• Enhanced operational performance, reduced labor expenses, and surpassed company goals by developing, optimizing, and implementing refined standard practices.

Employee Training and Development, Team Supervision, and Safety Procedures Implementation Experience | Microsoft Office Proficient

• Supervised all warehouse operations, including shipping and receiving, distribution, and "Target 0" workplace safety.
• Managed 10+ warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
• Facilitated diligence and culture of safety for drivers and warehouse operations with 0 incidents.
• Collaborated with management to implement new initiatives and policies and achieve benchmarks for production, quality and safety.
• Led and Implemented initiatives to improve productivity, reduce cost, and maintain good working relationships with employees, contractors, and customers while improving production by 10%.

First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification | Procedure Implementation and Training Experience

• Produced reports and sketching for command with 100% accuracy.
• Mentored and directed subordinates and supported units on implementation of training exercises and procedures.
• Managed and improved accountability of all sensitive items and communication equipment by 25%.
• Collaborated in team planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
• Facilitated collection, organization, and application of field data to enhance safety and operational success.