Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Manager of Operations
City Of Rensselaer
Rensselaer, IN
01.2018 - 12.2024
Provided guidance and direction to teams in order to meet deadlines.
Created and maintained detailed documentation for all projects.
Conducted financial analysis and prepared reports on budgeting, forecasting, and cost savings initiatives.
Developed policies and procedures related to operational activities.
Facilitated meetings between senior management, staff, vendors, customers.
Assessed employee performance against established goals and objectives.
Resolved conflicts between teams or departments in a timely manner.
Evaluated vendor proposals and negotiated contracts as necessary.
Ensured compliance with safety standards throughout the workplace.
Lead Lineman Supervisor
City Of Rensselaer
Rensselaer, IN
05.1989 - 12.2023
Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
Performed preventive maintenance on substation equipment to ensure proper operation.
Supervised a team of linemen during daily operations.
Maintained safety and high quality of workmanship by following company standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Analyzed and troubleshot complex problems with power lines.
Education
Certification - TVPPA Lineman Apprentice Training Course
Tennessee Valley Public Power Association
Nashville, TN
01-1998
Certification - NIPSCO 71st Distribution Transformer Course
NIPSCO Transformer School
La Porte, IN
01-1997
Certification - NIPSCO 98th Apprentice Line Course
NIPSCO Line School
La Porte, IN
01-1991
Certification - IMEA Climbing School
Indiana Municipal Electric Association
Crawfordsville, IN
01-1991
Skills
Standard Operating Procedures
Operational Leadership
Employee Performance Evaluations
Reporting And Documenting
Employee Scheduling
Customer Relations
Tool and Parts Inventory Oversight
Project Management
Accomplishments
IMEA Board of Directors member 2016-2022
IMEA Board of Directors President 2018 & 2021
Received IMEA Frank Rudolph Award 2023
Certification
Rensselaer Vol. Fireman - 35years
Deputy Fire Chief -5yrs
Safety Officer-10yrs
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interim Manager of Operations
City Of Rensselaer
01.2018 - 12.2024
Lead Lineman Supervisor
City Of Rensselaer
05.1989 - 12.2023
Certification - TVPPA Lineman Apprentice Training Course
Tennessee Valley Public Power Association
Certification - NIPSCO 71st Distribution Transformer Course
NIPSCO Transformer School
Certification - NIPSCO 98th Apprentice Line Course
Interim Regional Operations Manager/Manager of Provider Service Advocacy/Compliance Officer at Managed Care of North America (MCNA) Dental DBA United Healthcare Services, Inc.Interim Regional Operations Manager/Manager of Provider Service Advocacy/Compliance Officer at Managed Care of North America (MCNA) Dental DBA United Healthcare Services, Inc.
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC