Austin Ford
Spring,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic Safety Manager with an exceptional background in training development, risk assessment, and operations. Methodical and well-trained at promoting a safe work environment. Pursuing a safety-oriented role with a new, well-respected company. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I have a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet company and team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
HSE Specialist
Stewart Tubular Products
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Designed site specific safety training and associated protocols
- Coordinated monthly training topics
- Developed company safety audit protocol and performed monthly site audits
- Executed all state and OSHA reporting in regards to HSE requirements
- Led high level meetings and safety reporting with the leadership team and Board of Directors
- Re-developed the company Safety Manual
- Implemented safety rewards programs to help keep the workforce engaged and invested
- Supervised multiple site improvement projects including access control system, surveillance camera installation, exhaust system installation, environmental testing, and detention pond repair
Operations Manager/Safety Director
Park Constructors (sister company of Quality Erosion)
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Oversaw operations and coordinated with Foremen to increase efficiency and output
- Led operational oversight and budgetary supervision
- Implemented team plans, clarified roles of members and introduced new processes to boost quality across all departments
- Coordinated and implemented effective safety training for employees to improve processes
- Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues
- Coached employees, managers and executives on effective safety policies
- Developed safety training procedures and authored manuals for distribution to staff members
- Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations
- Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards
Operations Manager/Safety Supervisor
Quality Erosion (sister company of Park Constructors)
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Supervised daily operations, including employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety
- Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards
- Assisted with commercial landscaping products by operating large tractors at job sites
- Moved equipment between job locations, following traffic rules to prevent incidents and quickly reach new sites
- Used large tractors to cut and plow land according to job specifications, consistently meeting deadlines with quick, accurate work
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices
MRI Technologist
Woodlake MRI
05.2013 - 01.2016
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images
- Prepared and administered contrast materials, radiopharmaceuticals, anesthetic and antispasmodic drugs for imaging procedures
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation
- Worked closely with other Technologists to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
Apprentice Electrician/Safety Manager
Ford Electric
08.2000 - 08.2012
- Oversaw safety program including training and compliance
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels
- Provided layouts for new electrical system and component installations by reading and interpreting drawings accurately
- Assessed electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and needed adjustments or repairs
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, including switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
- Managed business administration duties, including report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering
Education
business administration and management -
Lone Star College
Houston, TXradiologic technologist certificate -
Sanford-Brown College
Houston, TX03.2012
high school diploma -
Spring High School
Spring, TX05.2002
Skills
- OSHA 30 Certified
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- CPR Certified
- Operations Management
- Safety Compliance
- Exceptional Verbal and Written Communication
- Positive Attitude
- Public Speaking
- Safety Training
- Hazard Identification
Hobbies and Interests
I have been a racecar driver for over 20 years. It has been a fun and fulfilling way to meet new people and has helped develop my confident personality. I am very comfortable interacting with people and speaking to large groups because of my experience being on the radio and television.
Timeline
HSE Specialist
Stewart Tubular Products
03.2022 - 10.2024
Operations Manager/Safety Director
Park Constructors (sister company of Quality Erosion)
07.2018 - 08.2020
Operations Manager/Safety Supervisor
Quality Erosion (sister company of Park Constructors)
02.2016 - 07.2018
MRI Technologist
Woodlake MRI
05.2013 - 01.2016
Apprentice Electrician/Safety Manager
Ford Electric
08.2000 - 08.2012
radiologic technologist certificate -
Sanford-Brown College
high school diploma -
Spring High School
business administration and management -
Lone Star College
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