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Brandon LoRe

Camas

Summary

Accomplished Safety Specialist with 29 plus years with an expertise in safety hazard analysis and compliance inspections at City of Vancouver Public Works. Enhanced safety training programs, Skilled in negotiating vendor contracts and fostering collaborative relationships. Proficient in managing hazardous materials and leading teams, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment. Proficient with Outlook, Teams, Excell and Word computer programs.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Specalist.

City of Vancouver, Public Works.
07.2016 - Current
  • Plan, implement, coordinate and monitor safety and health programs for Public Works employees. Interpret complex state and federal safety laws and policies.
  • Developed and maintained the Public Work Online and In-person safety training program for all employees.
  • Investigated accidents and incidents, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors supplying training and PPE or other safety-related products or services, negotiating contracts.
  • Provided timely guidance and support for employees involved in accidents or near misses, facilitating speedy recovery and return-to-work efforts when appropriate.
  • Increased employee awareness of safety protocols by creating engaging educational materials and presentations.
  • Current, in-person training. CPR,First Aid AED, Confined Space, Trenching and Shoring, Flagging, Fall Protection, and all required online core safety training.
  • Conduct monthly safety committee meetings, creating agendas and posting the meeting minutes.

Water Treatment, Building Maintenace Specialist.

City of Vancouver, Public Works.
01.2010 - 01.2016
  • Maintain and improve all the water treatment facilities buildings and site locations. Proactive painting, roof work and structural repairs as needed.
  • Operate the backup generators monthly and manage the fuel delivery and annual oil changes and fuel supply filtering for each site.
  • Repair and preform routine maintenance and maintain records on water booster bumps, Water valves, backup generators,blower fans and clay valves.
  • Pressure wash water towers building concrete and site filters and assist the water treatment operators with cleaning of Ellsworth treatment backwash pit. Repair cyclone fencing and report homeless activity at the heavily wooded sites.
  • Work with outside vendors to help assist with large site projects.



Water Distribution Lead

City of Vancouver Public Works
05.1996 - 01.2010
  • Maintain the city of vancouver's water distribution system.
  • Repair and replace water valve, fire hydrants, mains, meters and services .
  • Operate heavy equipment and small gas power tools.
  • Work on a crew or self directed by myself.

Education

No Degree - Certified Occupational Safety Specalist

AASC
Portland, OR
12-2020

Occupational Health And Safety

Evergreen Safety Councel
Seattle, WA
05-2012

General

Evergreen High School.
Vancouver, WA
09-1987

Skills

  • Safety hazard analysis
  • Executing compliance inspections
  • Compliance audit execution
  • Hazardous material management

Timeline

Safety Specalist.

City of Vancouver, Public Works.
07.2016 - Current

Water Treatment, Building Maintenace Specialist.

City of Vancouver, Public Works.
01.2010 - 01.2016

Water Distribution Lead

City of Vancouver Public Works
05.1996 - 01.2010

No Degree - Certified Occupational Safety Specalist

AASC

Occupational Health And Safety

Evergreen Safety Councel

General

Evergreen High School.