Joseph Monheiser
Omaha
Summary
Dynamic Utility Inspector Coordinator with a proven track record at Wilson & Company, excelling in regulatory compliance and project management. Enhanced project delivery across 100+ installations while ensuring safety and quality standards. Skilled in documentation and stakeholder communication, driving successful outcomes through effective team collaboration and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Inspector Coordinator
Wilson & Company
08.2023 - 02.2026
- Directed railroad and compliance efforts for an $8M hydroelectric project, coordinating multiple contractor groups to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
- Coordinated inspections involving electrical, fiber, oil & gas, and water systems.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on schedule while maintaining compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
- Supported over 100 utility installation projects, enhancing project delivery across multiple sectors.
- Maintained documentation and reports, conducted personnel audits, and communicated findings and corrective actions to contractors and stakeholders to ensure compliance.
- Monitored safety protocol adherence and escalated issues to uphold regulatory standards.
Signal Maintainer
Union Pacific Railroad
Denver
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Maintained and inspected electrical signal systems critical to safe railroad operations, ensuring compliance with strict safety and regulatory standards.
- Conducted routine inspections and managed repairs, addressing reported issues to achieve 10% reduction in remedy tickets.
- Documented maintenance activities and system updates to ensure operational integrity and compliance.
- Worked extended shifts in outdoor, high-pressure conditions, ensuring reliability and meticulous attention to detail.
Staff Accountant
Northeast Agri-Services
Sterling
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed bookkeeping and financial reporting for farm and ranch clients, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and enhancing financial accuracy.
- Supported tax preparation and financial planning for high-net-worth clients, focusing on succession and tax strategies to optimize financial outcomes.
- Collaborated with internal teams on process improvements, resulting in higher-quality deliverables and gaining recognition for performance.
Audit/Tax Associate
Dana F. Cole & Company
Grand Island
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Performed financial audits for cities, public power districts, and schools to support executive decisions.
- Contributed to engagement teams by compiling audit reports and preparing tax returns, enhancing overall project quality.
- Reviewed documentation for accuracy and completeness under tight deadlines, ensuring compliance and reliability of financial data.
Maintenance of Way
Union Pacific Railroad
Denver
05.2006 - 08.2015
- Conducted FRA-required inspections of mainlines, branch lines, and yard tracks, contributing to a 25% reduction in derailments.
- Coordinated schedules and resources across departments, contractors, and crews, ensuring optimal allocation of manpower, equipment, and materials.
- Led and supervised multi-crew infrastructure maintenance and construction projects, ensuring alignment with safety and operational standards.
- Resolved field issues in real time, documenting changes to enhance safety and support efficient project completion.
- Maintained accurate records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Colorado Denver
Denver, CO05-2019
Skills
- Utility coordination and permitting
- Field inspection and quality assurance
- Safety inspections
- Regulatory compliance
- Documentation and reporting
- Technical reporting
- Quality control
- Safety program enforcement
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Stakeholder communication
- Utility Infrastructure Assessment
Timeline
Utility Inspector Coordinator
Wilson & Company
08.2023 - 02.2026
Signal Maintainer
Union Pacific Railroad
12.2021 - 08.2023
Staff Accountant
Northeast Agri-Services
08.2020 - 12.2021
Audit/Tax Associate
Dana F. Cole & Company
06.2019 - 08.2020
Maintenance of Way
Union Pacific Railroad
05.2006 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Colorado Denver