I would like to give you a little background on myself so you can make an educated decision in the Commissioner election. I have been married 48 years to my wife, Debbie Walker, she is the daughter of Ann and Mervin Sterner of Okmulgee. We have one daughter, Tracie Byrd. Tracie gave us 3 grandchildren, Alec, Alivia and Aryc. My mom's name is Nadine Walker and she retired from C.R. Anthony's in Okmulgee then went back to cosmetology school got her license and worked at Betty's Cut and Curl. My dad was Harold Walker and he worked for Schlitz beer for 8 years then opened up his own business named Okmulgee Vending. I have lived in Okmulgee County District #2 all my life. I am a life member of the Okmulgee Elks Lodge with 38 years of membership. I graduated from Okmulgee High School in 1972. After graduating, I went straight into the work force for the next 41 years. I spent 2 years at a entry level job,3 years on highline construction, 5 years in pipeline construction running equipment and eventuallybeing a supervisor over the corrosion crew. I worked 31 years at ConocoPhillips Oil Company where I started out as an Operator in the tank farm. Before I retired I had the responsibility for 2 petroleum product tank farms, 2 truck loading facilities, and about 200 miles of interstate pipeline regulated under DOT. I was responsible for managing 4 different budgets in the millions of dollars along with managing contractors, and employees, working to help them set goals to achieve and completing their appraisals for pay increases. I coordinated the recruitment, selection, and termination of employees.I personally had the privilege of mentoring 2 employees to become future supervisors. I have received many awards some of which include, writing a computer program for the Corrosion Department, Incident Command Training Certification, Contractor Leadership Training, 2 week API School of Petroleum Measurement School, Nation Association of Corrosion Technologist Certification, Rockwell Automation Programming, Speed Shore Trench Safety, Ansul Fire Fighting School, Electrical Related Safety Seminar. I also achieved an OSHA Voluntary Protection Program Certification for one of our tank farms and was offered a chance to be a OSHA guest inspector. One of my biggest accomplishments was partnering with another employee to design, build, and obtain a U.S. Patent on a Vapor Free Multi-Sampler. This invention eliminates operators having to breathe harmful petroleum vapors. For my first term, my wife and I decided that I could use my experience in construction and other fields to give back to our community. With my first term almost complete I plan on using all the knowledge and contacts I have gained to work for 4 more years making things better for the county and it's employees. I would appreciate your vote so I can continue my task.
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