PAUL S. CHRISTENSEN
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS: I am Specially Trained in Customer Appreciation Programs, Established Daily Routine to Contact any and all Vendors, Keeping all of my employees informed on company goals and all safety requirements, transparency is a must, follow up programs with regards to employees reviews a must, Assist customers by providing information and resolving issues.
Strong Commitment Towards Achieving Company P & L and Objectives
Results Oriented Manager & Accomplishment In Operations Management
Safety Focused & Strong Verbal Skills & Excel In Training Employees
Proficient In Microsoft Office Programs & Excellent Management Communications
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
2012 - 2015 OSTERMAN PROPANE, Oakdale CT
Regional Advisor
Calling on new & existing residential, industrial, and commercial propane users, scheduled appointments, multi-task, prepared and sent out completed proposals; focused on networking, building and extending relationships with trader partners (HVAC, Hearth Equipment, and Builders).
Attention to detail and required paperwork submitted to service coordinator on a daily basis.
2011 – 2012 AIRGAS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
(FORMERLY ABCO) Putnam & South Windsor CT
Over the counter purchases, inventory control, including daily inventory of show room and cylinder room
Assist with delivery scheduling and dispatch
2010 - 2010 INERGY PROPANE, Waterbury CT
Acting District Manager
Managed day to day business of Waterbury Plant until a permanent local manager was hired.
Develop delivery driver schedules & ensure driver safety.
Ensure all trucks have up to date maintenance & are maintained within DOT standards.
Oversee payroll
2009 - 2010 SUPERIOR ENERGY LLC, Vernon CT General Manager
Managed business functions of a family owned propane, sales and service center out of Vernon CT.
Serviced over 4,500 customers throughout the entire State of CT and Southern Massachusetts.
Supervised all propane departments.
Ensure all orders are delivered on time and correct.
Facilitate pick-up of all used tanks & equipment.
Ensure product quality.
2004 – 2009 AMERIGAS PROPANE, Colchester CT
District Plant Manager
Managed day to day operations and followed Market Manager Objectives of Propane Sales & Service Center. Serviced over 6,500 customers in South Eastern CT.
Manage all vehicles, drivers and routes.
oCreate efficient, cost effective delivery and pick-up system / routes for truck fleet and drivers.
oEnsure safety of all drivers, trucks and product during transportation.
oMaintain all vehicles.
oTrain drivers on DOT safety and gas transportation safety.
Accomplishments
oIncreased customer Satisfaction Index on a yearly basis
oReceived Excellence Awards for Outstanding Safety records (2003, 2005, 2006, 2007. 2008)
oReceived Customer First Incentive Bonus for entire District (2005 & 2007)
2007 - 2009 AMERIGAS PROPANE, Hampton CT
Acting District Plant Manager
Assisted Market Manger with overseeing the branch while a full-time Manager was being pursued.
2005 – 2009 AMERIGAS PROPANE, NE Area – CT, MA, RI
Regional Market Safety Advisor
Performed monthly and yearly safety audits.
Assisted and advised the Market, Sales & Service District Managers to achieve safety related goals and standards in the NE area.
Performed formal certification of all Market trainers in CETP, GAS Check, cylinder requalification and other training programs.
2002 - 2004 AMERIGAS PROPANE, Colchester & Hampton CT & Uxbridge MA
Service Manager
Scheduled and dispatched work for service department at 3 locations.
Ordered, maintained, and inventoried parts, fittings, appliance and tank supply and performed monthly and yearly audits on these items.
1996 – 2002 SUBURBAN PROPANE, Uncasville CT
District Manager
President Award for Outstanding Growth over prior year, 1998 – 1999 Top #3 In company
1994 - 1996 SUBURBAN PROPANE, Milford NH
Service Manager
Top Ten in Company percentage in Out of Gas Efficiencies for the year of 1995
1986 – 1994 SUBURBAN PROPANE, Marlborough MA
Delivery Driver & Outside Personnel
Top Ten Driver out of 125 In Northeast Region
EDUCATION:
THREE RIVERS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Norwich CT
Business Administration course work towards degree
MARLBORO HIGH SCHOOL, Marlboro MA
High School Diploma
INDUSTRY TRAINING & LICENSES:
Commercial CDL Class B CT Driver’s License with Tanker & Hazmat Endorsements expires 5/10/2019
Valid DOT medical card Expires 12/3/2016
Valid State of CT G-2 Gas License Expires 8/31/2016
OPS, Operation Pipeline Safety, Certification and accredited Trainer
CTEP, Certified Proctor and accredited Trainer
Gas Check Certified and accredited Trainer
REFERENCES: Available Upon Request.