Strike Careers

Houston Rutledge has been an integral part of Strike for 13 years, transitioning through key roles from HSE Specialist to Vice President. His journey underscores a deep understanding of safety processes honed through years of field support, now applied in his leadership position. As VP of HSE, Houston ensures employee well-being and environmental safety while developing policies, conducting risk assessments, and fostering collaboration with operations to fortify the company’s safety culture. Strike’s proactive culture prioritizes employee empowerment and safety. Houston advises newcomers to understand company processes and lead with humility and compassion. What keeps him motivated? The people—a great team at Strike that inspires him week after week.

Brittany Bannister has been with Strike for eight years, advancing from Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Payable Specialist, Accounts Payable Supervisor, to her current role as Accounts Payable Manager. In this position, she oversees the accounts payable department, ensuring the accurate, efficient, and timely processing of invoices and payments. Throughout her career, Brittany has learned the value of hard work, adaptability, and maintaining a growth mindset. She developed a strong willingness to learn new skills and views constructive feedback as an opportunity to grow. These experiences built the resilience and professionalism that prepared her for greater responsibilities and ultimately led her to her current role. Brittany describes Strike’s culture as safe, professional, and community-driven. To those just starting, her advice is to be a sponge. Learn constantly and absorb as much as you can from those around you. Ask questions, take notes, and seek feedback often. Her main motivation is providing a safe, loving home for her children, inspiring her to give her best every day.

Josh Price has been with Strike for five years, progressing from Senior Designer & GIS Manager to his current role as Design Manager. In this role, Josh leads designers and drafters across all disciplines, ensuring projects run smoothly and teams collaborate effectively. Through his experience, he has learned the value of understanding every aspect of a project and the power of teamwork. Josh describes Strike’s culture as the best he’s encountered in 30 years of pipeline work: supportive, ego-free, and focused on shared goals. His advice to those starting out is to ask questions, stay curious, and embrace learning; attitude and willingness to grow are key. Outside of the office, Josh deeply appreciates Strike’s commitment to the Special Olympics, an organization close to his heart, and takes pride in being a part of a company that helps make meaningful experiences possible for others.