Burrell Wheaton
Brooklyn Park,MN
Summary
Adept at enhancing workplace safety and fostering team cohesion, I significantly improved safety protocols at the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Leveraging skills in hazard identification and team building, I led risk assessments and safety training, resulting in a more informed and compliant workforce. My proactive approach and dedication to occupational safety have been pivotal in advancing safety standards.
Safety professional with robust experience in ensuring workplace safety and compliance. Skilled in risk assessment, hazard identification, and implementing safety protocols. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing needs. Reliable and proactive, with solid foundation in regulatory standards and best practices for safe work environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
WOOC District Safety Administrator
Minnesota Department of Transportation
04.2023 - Current
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions.
- Supported incident investigations, determining root causes and recommending preventative measures to avoid future occurrences.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, sharing insights with colleagues and incorporating new strategies into existing safety programs.
- Increased employee awareness of safety protocols by delivering engaging presentations and workshops.
Transportation Generalist
Minnesota Department of Transportation
04.2017 - Current
- Managed fleet maintenance schedules, proactively addressing potential issues before they resulted in vehicle downtime or disruptions to service delivery.
- Trained new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices in the transportation industry, fostering a knowledgeable workforce capable of delivering exceptional service.
- Watched weather and safety conditions to adapt routes and maintain standards.
- Submitted detailed reports on mileage, repairs, maintenance and other necessary expenditures during drives.
Transportation Driver
Transit Team INC
12.2002 - 05.2017
- Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Informed management of daily activities by updating logs with mileage and delivery information.
- Maintained excellent safety record with strict adherence to company policies and regulations.
- Assisted in the training of new drivers, sharing best practices for safe and efficient transportation.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for optimal route planning, ensuring punctual pickups and deliveries.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded cargo using appropriate tools and equipment to minimize damage risk.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robbinsdale Area School
New Hope, MN06-2001
Skills
- Fire safety management
- Excavation safety
- Workplace inspections
- Hazard identification
- Construction safety
- Chemical handling
- Personal protective equipment
- Environmental awareness
- Traffic control
- Occupational health
- Safety management systems
- Crane and hoist safety
- Noise exposure monitoring
- Safety training development
- Fall protection
- Respiratory protection
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Safety policies
- Safety courses
- Workplace safety
- Safety training
- OSHA standards and codes
- Team building
- Risk management
- Occupational safety
Timeline
WOOC District Safety Administrator
Minnesota Department of Transportation
04.2023 - Current
Transportation Generalist
Minnesota Department of Transportation
04.2017 - Current
Transportation Driver
Transit Team INC
12.2002 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Robbinsdale Area School
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