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Joseph Laxton

Syracuse

Summary

With over 25 years of Utility experience I have excelled in Operations Managment with a proven track record excelling in team leadership and problem-solving. Developed high-performing teams and strengthened vendor relationships, enhancing service quality. Skilled in operations management and employee relations, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Experienced with overseeing complex operational functions and implementing process enhancements. Utilizes leadership skills to drive team collaboration and meet organizational benchmarks. Knowledge of strategic planning and resource management for optimal operational performance.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager - Storm Division

IB - Abel Inc
04.2025 - Current
  • Supervised Storm staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Oversee all Storm duties for in-house and subcontracting crews

Operations Manager - Storm Division

Praxel Line Services
08.2024 - 03.2025
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.

Director of Operations

Divergent Alliance
01.2022 - 07.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
  • Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Developed and grow relationships with utility partners

Director

Primary Source Electric
12.2019 - 03.2023
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.

General Foreman

Primary Source Electric
06.2018 - 12.2019
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
  • Develop storm procedures for on and off storm time
  • Develop relationships with utility and other utility contractors

Chief Hotstick Linemen

National Grid USA
06.2000 - 02.2018
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
  • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Train apprentices on work practices

Education

Journeyman Lineman -

IBEW 97 Union Apprenticeship
Syracuse, NY
10-2003

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • Operations management
  • Customer service
  • Decision-making
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution
  • Customer relationship management
  • Client relationships

Timeline

Operations Manager - Storm Division

IB - Abel Inc
04.2025 - Current

Operations Manager - Storm Division

Praxel Line Services
08.2024 - 03.2025

Director of Operations

Divergent Alliance
01.2022 - 07.2024

Director

Primary Source Electric
12.2019 - 03.2023

General Foreman

Primary Source Electric
06.2018 - 12.2019

Chief Hotstick Linemen

National Grid USA
06.2000 - 02.2018

Journeyman Lineman -

IBEW 97 Union Apprenticeship

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