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Leslie Fox

Granite Falls,NC

Summary

Experienced Field Inspector highly effective at working with designers, contractors and employees to accomplish large projects under tight deadlines. Detail-oriented and organized professional with a disciplined approach and strong follow-through. Looking to bring 34 years of experience to a challenging new role. Proficient Field Inspector adept at running teams of skilled professionals completing natural gas projects. Veteran natural gas leader with 34 years of progressive experience. Known for dynamic and detail-oriented leadership. Hardworking Field Inspector well-versed in the operational needs, requirements and best practices of the Natural gas industry. Positive team player with a superior work ethic and 34 years in the discipline. Ready for new professional challenges. Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior General Inspector

Elk Energy Services
07.2022 - Current
  • Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
  • Established strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and professional conduct during inspections.
  • Updated quality control records and reports.
  • Improved inspection efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new inspection techniques.
  • Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
  • Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
  • Reviewed technical documents such as blueprints, schematics, or specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes or standards.
  • Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams, and template specifications.
  • Conducted thorough inspections for various industries, ensuring quality control and compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring accurate assessments during inspections.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Environmental Inspector

BJ Inspections Inc
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Informed individuals and groups of pollution control regulations and inspection findings and explained how problems could be corrected.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication channels for seamless collaboration on environmental projects.
  • Investigated and reported on violations of environmental regulations.
  • Provided expert guidance on regulatory requirements, assisting clients in maintaining adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.

Superintendent

Pike Gas Services
05.2021 - 02.2022
  • Handled scheduling of subcontractors and staff to complete projects within required timeframes.
  • Compiled daily field report, detailing all key activities and outlining project progress for stakeholders.
  • Coordinated power equipment use and maintenance to create safe working environment, limit accidents and prevent damages.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by 100% by solving problems and concerns effectively.
  • Worked with inspectors, workers, and unions, to conduct weekly status updates.

General Foreman

Miller Pipeline
06.2010 - 05.2021
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Ordered necessary supplies and materials required for installation of new work and remodeling of existing systems.
  • Assembled and secured pipes, tubes, fittings and related equipment according to project specifications.
  • Utilized construction equipment to excavate, install and backfill natural gas pipelines.
  • Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.

Pipeline Foreman

Prestege Pipeline
01.2005 - 05.2010
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
  • Administered budget, tracked expenses and documented changes.
  • Inspected sights to evaluate safety, operations and crew performance against objectives.
  • Managed safety and security of location to prevent intrusion, criminal activity, vandalism and injuries to workers.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Calculated materials and labor required to complete jobs on-schedule and prepared estimates.

Pipeline Company Owner

Triple F Construction
01.2000 - 12.2004
  • Reduced personnel turnover and promoted employee development by recruiting team-oriented candidates and implementing new training practices.
  • Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with client goals.
  • Automated manual workflows to improve audit controls.
  • Managed numerous employees by supervising daily tasks.
  • Created vision and mission for pipeline company and kept employees focused on achieving both.
  • Motivated employees to consistently improve performance through company-wide incentive plans.
  • Improved records management systems for leases and contracts to boost renewals timeliness.
  • Spearheaded revenue growth through sales, new and enhanced product development and new market penetration.
  • Held management team accountable for setting and reaching short-, mid- and long-term goals.

Pipeline Inspector

Piedmont Natural Gas Company
04.1990 - 12.1999
  • Signaled equipment operators to align machinery.
  • Followed correct reporting procedures for safety concerns and incidents.
  • Performed repairs on natural gas pipelines.
  • Laid out materials for efficient project work.
  • Reviewed drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
  • Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
  • Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
  • Determined work met applicable city, state and federal guidelines and discipline-specific codes.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Caldwell High School
Hudson, NC
06.1989

Skills

  • Decision Making
  • Risk Management
  • Labor Costing
  • Equipment Safety Verification
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Problem Solving
  • Equipment Operation
  • Assignment Delegation
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Employee Training
  • Safe Operating Procedures
  • Schedule Determination
  • Procedure Planning
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Specifications Conformance
  • Supply Ordering
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Multi-Project Coordination
  • Worker Supervision
  • Team Leadership
  • Production Optimization
  • Site Measuring and Marking
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work Monitoring
  • Hiring Determinations
  • Materials Estimation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Lay Out Determinations
  • Lockout and Tagout
  • Preventive Equipment Maintenance
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Administration and Management
  • PPE Gear
  • Persuasive Negotiation
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Project Management
  • Repair Coordination
  • Quality Assurance
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Time Management
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Relationship Building
  • Customer Relations
  • Employee Motivation
  • Presentation Delivery
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Self Control and Integrity
  • Site Inspection
  • Forklift Operation
  • Inventory Management
  • Precise Mechanical Control
  • Social Perceptiveness

Timeline

Senior General Inspector

Elk Energy Services
07.2022 - Current

Environmental Inspector

BJ Inspections Inc
02.2022 - 07.2022

Superintendent

Pike Gas Services
05.2021 - 02.2022

General Foreman

Miller Pipeline
06.2010 - 05.2021

Pipeline Foreman

Prestege Pipeline
01.2005 - 05.2010

Pipeline Company Owner

Triple F Construction
01.2000 - 12.2004

Pipeline Inspector

Piedmont Natural Gas Company
04.1990 - 12.1999

High School Diploma -

South Caldwell High School

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