Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
Overview
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Bobby Ray Walker Jr

Kerrville,TX

Summary

Dynamic Safety Coordinator with a proven track record at Kendall County Road & Bridge, enhancing workplace safety through comprehensive training programs and rigorous inspections. Expert in OSHA compliance and accident prevention, fostering a culture of accountability while mentoring teams to achieve significant reductions in incident rates.

Implementation of a CDL program for the Road & Bridge development. Ran the program with a 100% success rate on my students receiving their CDL.

Work History

Kendall County Road & Bridge
Comfort, TX

Safety Coordinator
02.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Supported safety training programs for employees to enhance workplace awareness and compliance.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections, identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions.
  • Assisted in developing safety protocols and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to analyze incident reports and implement preventive measures.
  • Maintained accurate records of safety training sessions and incident investigations for reporting purposes.
  • Facilitated communication between management and staff regarding safety policies and updates.
  • Monitored equipment usage and maintenance schedules to promote operational safety standards.
  • Led staff meetings focused on continuous improvement of safety practices within the organization.
  • 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.
  • Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring prompt resolution.
  • Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
  • Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
  • Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
  • Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions.
  • Created an open line of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problemsolving.
  • Coached employees, managers, and executives on effective safety policies.
  • Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues.
  • Reduced accident rates through the development and implementation of effective safety training programs.
  • Implemented hazard communication programs for chemical handling/storage procedures, maintaining MSDS records for easy access by employees during emergencies or routine operations.
  • Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
  • Improved safety compliance by creating comprehensive safety policies and procedures in alignment with OSHA regulations.
  • Wrote safety program plans to manage hazards, reduce incidents and save company money through less time lost and lower insurance payouts.
  • Coordinated with HR to develop a robust return-to-work program for employees who had been out on injury leave, ensuring a smooth and safe reintegration into their roles.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategic safety goals, promoting a strong culture of workplace safety.
  • Recommended changes to company culture to improve safety and meet changing demands.
  • Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
  • Organized Safety Committee meetings regularly to discuss updates on ongoing initiatives while actively involving employees in decision-making processes related to health & safety matters.
  • Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
  • Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
  • Kept main work areas free of debris and obstacles that could cause falls and mishaps.
  • Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
  • Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
  • Trained company employees in safety procedures and provided in-depth documentation for review.
  • Led employee training on safe usage of equipment.
  • Analyzed onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries.
  • Offered staff coaching on observed at-risk work habits to minimize accidents and increase workplace safety.
  • Scrutinized construction activities for personnel safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Inspected work practices and procedures for compliance with company and federal regulations.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
  • Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
  • Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
  • Researched and devised new safety initiatives and strategies to improve safety performance.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.

Sage Energy Consulting
Kerrville, Tx

Ranch Foreman
11.2005 - 02.2020

Job overview

Ran and managed all aspects of the ranch. From maintenance on the houses, roads, irrigation systems and equipment to cattle and deer farming. Worked with all clients that came through for hunting or vacation experiences. Kept up with the security of the ranch by maintaining the fence lines, setting up security cameras and gates.

Managed all employees under me from full time to seasonal employees.

US Navy
Pascagoula Ms.

CS2 (SW)
07.1998 - 10.2005

Job overview

Served onboard the USS Ticonderoga as a Damage Control Petty Officer, and as the wardroom chef. While serving onboard I received the Enlisted Service Warfare Specialist badge, an led was the runner up for the enlisted sailor of the year in 1999..

Served at NAVSTA Pascagoula as a Barracks Petty Officer. While serving there, I played a large role in the barracks achieving a 5 star rating. Overseeing 60-80 personnel and maintaining all maintenance with my crew.

Served onboard the USS Mount Whitney as a wardroom chef and was in charge of the officers mess while being in charge of 18-20 junior Petty Officers.

Education

South University Savannah
GA

Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
01.2016

University Overview

Graduated Summa Cum Laude

Skills

Safety and compliance inspections

Training and mentoring

Recordkeeping skills

Accident prevention

Incident investigations

Safety courses

OSHA standards and codes

Safety training

Personal protective equipment

Site visits

Protective equipment

Workplace inspections

Safety audits

Records/files maintenance

Injury reporting

OSHA regulations

Occupational health hazards

Hazardous materials handling

Risk management

Incident investigation

Heat stress management

Program management

Confined space entry

Occupational safety

Chemical handling

Bloodborne pathogen analysis

Investigations

Safety management systems

Job hazard analysis

Environmental compliance

Training development

Machine guarding

Public health

Hazardous materials management

Meeting leadership

Credentialing oversight

Work process analysis

Emergency response planning

Safety planning

Cold stress management

Crane and hoist safety

Electrical safety

Program activities

Noise control

Occupational health

Permit-to-work systems

Environmental permitting

Spill response

Excavation safety

Process analysis

Soil contamination assessment

Team building

Hazard reduction

Safety documentation and materials

Fall protection

Decontamination process and procedures

Evaluations and reporting

Fire and safety guidance

Respiratory protection

Emergency situations

Job safety analysis

Scaffold safety

Vehicle safety

Ladder safety

Incident reporting

Safety program development

Environmental monitoring

Construction site management

Implementing safety policies

Safety program assessments

Accident reporting

Site evaluation

Traffic control

Project audits

Meeting participation

Company policy compliance

First aid administration

Staff training and mentoring

Performance improvement monitoring

Employee team supervision

Safety risk assessment

Implementing safety programs

Site auditing

Critical thinking

Accomplishments

I was the first person in the state of Texas to get the Road Safety Champion in both Maintenance & Construction and Planning & Engineering.

Timeline

Safety Coordinator

Kendall County Road & Bridge
02.2020 - Current

Ranch Foreman

Sage Energy Consulting
11.2005 - 02.2020

CS2 (SW)

US Navy
07.1998 - 10.2005

South University Savannah

Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice

Overview

28
years of professional experience
Bobby Ray Walker Jr