Rudy Hernandez
Santa Clarita,CA
Summary
Senior Gas Utility Superintendent with over 20 years of progressive leadership experience in natural gas distribution, high-pressure pipeline operations, and regulatory compliance. Proven record of overseeing complex gas infrastructure systems, leading multidisciplinary field teams, and ensuring operational excellence in high-risk environments. Maintains a 100% incident-free safety record throughout entire career. Extensive expertise in CFR-49 federal pipeline regulations, CPUC requirements, Cal/OSHA standards, and certified pipeline coating systems.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent – Gas Operations
Southern California Gas Company
10.2007 - 12.2025
- Provided strategic and operational leadership for natural gas distribution systems serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
- Directed district-wide gas operations including pipelines, meters, regulators, and high-pressure facilities.
- Led technicians and construction crews to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
- Ensured strict compliance with CFR-49, CPUC regulations, and Cal/OSHA safety standards.
- Oversaw system integrity programs including inspections, leak surveys, preventive maintenance, and infrastructure improvements.
- Commanded emergency response efforts involving gas leaks, service interruptions, and pipeline incidents.
- Managed district budgeting, workforce planning, and equipment procurement.
- Contributed to major infrastructure initiatives, including the Honor Rancho Storage Facility (Santa Clarita), supporting exposure, inspection, coating, and backfilling of high-pressure pipeline systems.
- Established and maintained strong professional partnerships with the City of Vernon and the City of Victorville to support coordinated infrastructure efforts.
- Maintained an incident-free safety record while operating in high-risk utility environments.
Laborer / Welder’s Helper
Arizona Pipeline
02.2003 - 10.2007
- Assisted certified welders in fabrication, installation, and repair of gas pipeline systems.
- Participated in high-pressure pipeline exposure, inspection, coating, and backfilling operations.
- Ensured job site readiness and adherence to safety and operational standards.
- Developed foundational expertise in gas distribution systems and field safety protocols.
Skills
- Gas Distribution & Utility Operations
- High-Pressure Pipeline Systems
- Hydro Testing & Nitrogen Testing (High-Pressure Facilities)
- Regulatory Compliance (CFR-49, CPUC, Cal/OSHA)
- Emergency & Incident Command
- Field Operations Leadership
- Safety & Risk Mitigation
- Budget & Workforce Management
- City & Local Agency Coordination
- Expertise In Project Estimation & Production Planning
Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- Pressure Controlled Certified
- Carboline Coating Certification – Above & Below Ground Pipeline
- 3M Coating Certification – Above & Below Ground Pipeline
- 3M Approved Trainer – Authorized to train up to five employees
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Superintendent – Gas Operations
Southern California Gas Company
10.2007 - 12.2025
Laborer / Welder’s Helper
Arizona Pipeline
02.2003 - 10.2007