Blanca A. Alvarado
Houston,TX
Summary
Core Values include: Honesty, Integrity, & Accountability Organized, decisive, and results driven. Exceptional written and verbal skills with detail orientation, combined with the ability to multi-task and work independently. Highly valued for maintaining strong customer service. Ability to react to hazardous situations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Scaffold Builder
Brown & Root Industrial Services
Halstead, KS
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Reduced workplace accidents with proper inspection and maintenance of scaffold components.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, contributing to ongoing improvement efforts for job site practices.
- Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
- Safely installed and dismantled scaffolding from aerial lifts and larger lifts.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
Pipefitter Helper
PSS Industrial
Austin, TX
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Measured, cut, threaded and assembled new pipe to place assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
- Improved pipefitting efficiency by assisting in the assembly, installation, and maintenance of piping systems.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes.
- Tested piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
- Mounted brackets and hangers on walls and ceilings to hold pipes in place.
- Demonstrated versatility in skill set by adapting to different types of pipe materials such as steel, plastic, copper, amongst others while assisting on various projects.
Safety Coordinator
PSS Industrial
Austin, TX
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Provided ongoing support and resources to supervisors in managing safety performance within their departments, fostering a culture of accountability among leadership.
- Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
- Created an open line of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problemsolving.
- Developed Lockout/Tagout protocols specific to each piece of machinery within the facility as per OSHA guidelines.
- Implemented hazard communication programs for chemical handling/storage procedures, maintaining MSDS records for easy access by employees during emergencies or routine operations.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
Safety
Axios
Nederland, TX
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Enhanced waterfront safety by implementing strict regulations and regular safety drills.
- Enhanced school safety by developing and implementing comprehensive safety protocols.
- Improved safety performance on the work site by conducting regular safety audits and enforcing strict safety protocols.
- Improved overall safety performance with consistent monitoring and enforcement of safety policies and procedures.
Scaffold Carpenter
ISC Construction
Port Arthur, TX
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA guidelines and company safety procedures.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient scaffold erection, ensuring structural integrity and stability.
- Facilitated on-time project completion by managing inventory of scaffold materials, tools, and equipment.
- Verified all scaffolding materials were stored safely and securely.
- Assisted with tying off and securing scaffolding to building structures to optimize safety.
Painter
Blastco
New Mexico
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Participating writing JSA/JHAist with training
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking to achieve optimal results.
- Selected appropriate coatings based on specific job requirements, maximizing performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
Safety Attendant/Safety Assist
Wyatt Field Services
Corpus, TX
02.2010 - 01.2011
- Participating writing JSA/JHA
- Participate in safety meetings
- Set up equipment
- Monitor confined space
- Bottle watch
- Translate
- Conducted safety observations
- Conducted audits
- Trained new employees
Scaffold Builder
Mobley Safeway Solutions
Deer Park, TX
08.2009 - 12.2009
- Adhered to strict quality control standards, guaranteeing the reliability and stability of built scaffolding structures.
- Displayed strong physical stamina, consistently fulfilling demanding labor requirements throughout long workdays onsite.
- Demonstrated versatility in scaffold construction by adapting to various architectural designs and requirements.
- Enhanced job site safety by assembling and dismantling safe, secure scaffolding structures.
Scaffold Helper
Brock Services
Deer Park, TX
04.2008 - 06.2008
- Assisted in loading and unloading scaffolding materials, ensuring proper transportation to and from job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently dismantle scaffolding when projects were completed.
- Maintained a clean work environment, organizing materials and tools for efficient scaffold construction.
- Supported colleagues during scaffold assembly, providing necessary assistance to guarantee project success.
Education
NCCER Safety Technology -
NCCER Field Safety -
NCCER Construction Site Safety Technician -
Chemical Terrorism Vulnerability Information -
JSA/JHA -
NCCER Construction Site Safety Supervisor -
OSHA 30 -
Basic Plus -
TWIC -
CPR/AED -
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment inspection
- OSHA compliance
- Power tools proficiency
Certifications Education
- NCCER Safety Technology
- NCCER Field Safety
- NCCER Construction Site Safety Technician
- Chemical Terrorism Vulnerability Information
- JSA/JHA
- NCCER Construction Site Safety Supervisor
- OSHA 30
- Basic Plus
- TWIC
- CPR/AED
- Supervision
- Bottle Watch
- Confined Space
- Competent Permit Writer
- Fire Watch
- Spanish Speaking
- First Aid
- Timekeeper
Special Note
- Willing to travel 100 percent.
- I am a team player, I learn fast, and can adapt to any environment.
Summary Of Qualifications
Honesty, Integrity, Accountability, Organized, Decisive, Results driven, Exceptional written and verbal skills, Detail orientation, Ability to multi-task, Ability to work independently, Strong customer service, Ability to react to hazardous situations
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Scaffold Builder
Brown & Root Industrial Services
01.2025 - 04.2025
Pipefitter Helper
PSS Industrial
07.2024 - 11.2024
Safety Coordinator
PSS Industrial
02.2023 - 06.2024
Safety
Axios
03.2022 - 12.2022
Scaffold Carpenter
ISC Construction
01.2022 - 04.2022
Painter
Blastco
11.2021 - 01.2022
Safety Attendant/Safety Assist
Wyatt Field Services
02.2010 - 01.2011
Scaffold Builder
Mobley Safeway Solutions
08.2009 - 12.2009
Scaffold Helper
Brock Services
04.2008 - 06.2008