CHRIS PRICE
Casa Grande
Summary
Seasoned Training Manager with 20+ years of experience in the natural gas industry. Proficient in leading installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance projects. Demonstrated expertise in leadership, project management, and motivation. Extensive knowledge of high-pressure , distribution gas systems. certifications in OQ/PJQ for Distribution Main and Service lines. Certified in steel Inspections, OSHA 30, Trainer Qualified, and API-1104. Skilled in creating and updating training materials and tracking spreadsheets using Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Well-versed in OSHA, PHMSA, and state government regulations pertaining to the natural gas industry. Demonstrated proficiency in ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Committed to improving organizational and employee performance through a culture of respect, trust, and accountability. Exceptional at delivering multi-modal training across functions to enhance knowledge and performance. Successful track record in developing and improving training programs for employees at all levels. Effective communicator, planner, and conflict manager with a deep understanding of departmental training needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Manager
C And L Inspection
10.2022 - Current
- Manage employee training process for more than 130+ employees each year
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
- Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Assisted in development of employee assessments to measure training value.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale.
- Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
- Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
- Directed field training to enhance participants' skills.
- Reviewed and edited all training materials for accuracy and company policy compliance.
- Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels.
- Managed development of e-learning training materials and activities to enhance learning experiences.
- Prepared and distributed manuals, handouts and online tutorials to provide employees with training materials and resources.
- Conducted research and analysis of learning needs of employees to develop targeted training programs.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Directed training programs and development paths for managers and supervisors.
Field Supervisor
C And L Inspection
07.2018 - Current
- Verification that work performed by subcontractors and suppliers and C and L inspection work crews conforms to C and L inspection quality standards
- Ensuring that work meets government regulatory and code requirements,customer requirements,contract requirements,contract technical specifications,contract drawings,approve contract submittals,and company quality standards and specifications
- Ensuring that subcontractors and suppliers begin work in accordance with C and L inspection start-work policies
- Ensuring that subcontractors and suppliers receive notice to work only when conditions will not adversely affect quality results
- Conducting quality inspections,tests,and recording findings
- Accurately assessing subcontractor quality and on-time performance
- Ensuring that quality standards are achieved before approving subcontractor or work crew completion of work
- Assist inspectors in AS-BUILT and AC review
- Enforced safety standards and procedures for C and L and Southwest Gas
- Supervised field operations teams to complete projects within established timelines.
- Met with customers to resolve issues and build productive relationships.
Gas Pipeline Inspection/Supervisor of Operations
Frontline Energy Services | A G2 Integrated Solutions Company
04.2017 - 06.2018
- Reviewed plans and specs during schematic design of pre-construction
- Conducted weekly production and operations contractor meetings with Southwest gas and contractors, which facilitated stronger communication and ability to resolve critical issues
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for all inspection personnel
- Attended all pre-construction conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and
- Southwest Gas representatives
- Prepared regular interval progress reports for Southwest Gas Management
- Reported quality and performance of all crews to Southwest Gas construction managers
- Trained, promoted, continued education for all inspectors.
- Completed weekly payroll for 45 employees
Gas Field Inspector
G2 Integrated Solutions
04.2014 - 06.2018
- Reviewed plans and specs during the schematic design of pre-construction
- Worked directly with clients and management to achieve positive results
- Conducted weekly production and operations contractor meetings, which facilitated stronger communication and the ability to resolve critical issues
- Performed regular job site observations to provide assistance for all contractor personnel and to make sure all procedures are being done per southwest gas operations manual
- Digitally and written archived weekly progress and technical “Knowledge Base” photographs of all assigned projects
- Prepared and followed through on all required punch lists
- Oversaw the entire job site gas installation process, while enhancing communication between all construction management
- Assisted Southwest Gas of production in the review, approval and archiving of all closeout As Built and
- A.C's
- Prepared regular interval progress reports
- Reported the quality of performance on site to Southwest Gas construction managers
- Conducted routine quality audits to ensure that work was progressing per the specifications and initiated corrective actions
- Guided and directed inspectors through project construction, commissioning and closeout of all jobs
- Avoided construction delays by efficiently following through with all site inspections in a timely manner
- Implemented systems to improve process efficiency and reduce the project duration
- Trained and promoted continued education for all onsite crew members.
Foreman Construction
Arizona Pipeline Co
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Operated equipment such as Backhoe and Excavator
- Reviewed plans and specs during the schematic design of pre-construction
- Coordinated utility service providers according to project schedules
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for all general contractor personnel
- Digitally archived weekly progress and technical “Knowledge Base” photographs of all assigned projects.
Foreman
Construction, NPL Construction Co
02.2009 - 12.2012
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Optimized resource utilization for cost savings, carefully monitoring material usage and labor allocations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
Education
GED -
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ01.2002
Skills
- Assertive communicator
- Highly motivated and focused
- Skilled multi-tasker
- Advanced computer skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Skills
- Independent worker
- Solve Problems for employer
- Detail oriented
- MS Office proficiency
- As-built and AC review
- Train Employees
- Cost Management
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Project
- Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Graphics Software
- Progress Reporting
- Company Quality Standards
- Regulatory Compliance
- Site Supervision
- Operational Standards
- Quality Control Analysis
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Active Listening
- Project Monitoring
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Time Management
- Safe Work Practices
- Product Development
- Project Management
- Public Speaking
- Team Development Strategies
- Staff Presentations
- Multimedia Development
- Course Design
- Written and Oral Communications
- Team Direction
- FMLA Knowledge
- Process Evaluations
- Classroom Instruction
- Course Development
- Performance Metric
- Class Coordination
- Leadership Training
- Systems Analysis
- New Employee Training
- Instructor Support
- Individual Trainings
- New Hire Onboarding
Accomplishments
- Arizona Western College - Yuma, AZ
- Train the Trainer
- Online computer courses. Team Building, Public Speaking, Public Relations,
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Led safety and leadership meetings
Timeline
Training Manager
C And L Inspection
10.2022 - Current
Field Supervisor
C And L Inspection
07.2018 - Current
Gas Pipeline Inspection/Supervisor of Operations
Frontline Energy Services | A G2 Integrated Solutions Company
04.2017 - 06.2018
Gas Field Inspector
G2 Integrated Solutions
04.2014 - 06.2018
Foreman Construction
Arizona Pipeline Co
01.2013 - 06.2014
Foreman
Construction, NPL Construction Co
02.2009 - 12.2012
GED -
Arizona Western College
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