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EHS Safety CoordinatorSafety SpecialistWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteLocation: Wintersville, OhioPittsburgh, PA
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Anthony Kniszek
Wintersville,Ohio
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Summary
Dynamic EHS Safety Coordinator with extensive experience at Nuverra Environmental and Select Water Solutions, driving cultural change and enhancing safety performance. Proven expertise in safety inspections and audits, coupled with strong communication and teamwork skills. Paramedic certified, adept at managing emergency situations and fostering a proactive safety culture across diverse teams.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lt. Firefighter/Paramedic
Wintersville Fire Department
Wintersville, OH
07.2006 - Current
- Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely.
- Performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Maintained high performance standards through effective teamwork, clear communication, and compassionate care.
- Promoted team effort when working with dispatch center, external public safety agencies and health care providers.
- Ensured operational readiness by inspecting the vehicle, medical supplies, and equipment during downtime.
- Managed daily EMS operations for 35 staff members, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Facilitated orientation sessions and coordinated on-the-job training to onboard new hires effectively.
EHS Safety Coordinator
Nuverra Environmental/Select Water Solutions
Cadiz, Ohio
10.2021 - 07.2024
- Perform EHS inspections, field audits, and facility/yard audits. Identify hazards and mitigation steps while having open communication with leadership.
- Drove cultural change within organization, enhancing safety culture and performance.
- Led incident investigations, gathered and entered information into the incident management system, and updated reports with pertinent information.
- Consulted with operational managers to resolve safety concerns promptly and effectively.
- Served as resource and subject matter expert on occupational safety and environmental concerns for employees.
- Travels to work locations to coordinate the overall safety program with field personnel.
- Present monthly safety meeting topics in a classroom and field environment.
- Responded to incidents during non-working hours and rotated weekend call outs.
ER Technician
East Ohio Regional Hospital
Martins Ferry, OH
01.2003 - 04.2007
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to inform treatment decisions.
- Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly.
- Exhibited strong teamwork and communication skills while delivering compassionate care.
- Strictly protected the confidentiality of all information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Created weekly schedules for five technicians to ensure adequate coverage.
- Coordinated office supplies and vendor management to maintain operational efficiency.
- Monitored unit budget to ensure financial objectives were met.
ER Technician
Ohio Valley Medical Center
Wheeling, WV
02.1994 - 01.2003
- Performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Monitored patient conditions for changes and adjusted care plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Maintained high standards of performance through effective teamwork, clear communication, and compassionate patient care.
- Strictly protected the confidentiality of all information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
- Organized office supplies and maintained vendor relationships to ensure efficient operations.
- Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to safeguard patient health and prevent complications.
Lt. Firefighter/Paramedic
Cumberland Trail Fire District
St. Clairsville, Ohio
08.1998 - 10.2002
- Responded to dispatched emergency assignments quickly and safely.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
- Exhibited high standards of performance through teamwork, clear communication, and compassionate care.
- Facilitated collaboration with dispatch center, public safety agencies, and healthcare providers to enhance coordinated response efforts.
- Managed daily operations of fire and EMS services to ensure efficient response times.
- Inspected the vehicle, medical supplies and equipment during down time.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL06.2013
Skills
- Paramedic certified
- CPR certified
- Safety management
- Safety inspections
- Safety training
- Safety audits
- EHS inspections
- OSHA certified
- OSHA standards and codes
- HAZMAT certified
- Fire pump systems
- NIMS 700 system
- ICS 100 procedures
- Environmental compliance
- Risk management
- Quality assurance
- Protective equipment
Affiliations
- Jefferson County Urban Search and Rescue
- Wintersville Fire Department
- Free & Accepted Masons Toronto Lodge No. 058
- Assistant Cubmaster Wintersville Cub Scout Pack 415
- Two Chiefs District Day Camp Director
- Ohio River Valley District Member at Large
- Past Fire Chief Dillonvale Volunteer Fire Department
- Past EMS Chief Dillonvale Emergency Medical Service
Certification
- Paramedic – State of Ohio
- Firefighter- State of Ohio
- NIMS 100
- NIMS 200
- NIMS 700
- American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor
- Confined Space Rescue
- Haz-Mat Tech
- Structural Collapse Operations
- Trench Rescue
- Safeland and H2S Instructor
- OSHA 30 General Industry
Timeline
EHS Safety Coordinator
Nuverra Environmental/Select Water Solutions
10.2021 - 07.2024
Lt. Firefighter/Paramedic
Wintersville Fire Department
07.2006 - Current
ER Technician
East Ohio Regional Hospital
01.2003 - 04.2007
Lt. Firefighter/Paramedic
Cumberland Trail Fire District
08.1998 - 10.2002
ER Technician
Ohio Valley Medical Center
02.1994 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University