David Sullivan
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Retired SSG Petroleum Supply Specialist with 20 years of service in the U.S. Army. Knowledgeable about managing hazardous chemicals, fuel security, and equipment operations in an accurate and efficient fashion. Hazardous Waste Operator, Personal Protective Equipment Technician, and Emergency Response Team with 8 years of experience industrial and hazardous environments. Skilled in HAZMAT materials management, emergency response, CBRN protocols, and regulatory compliance. Obtains a Class A CDL with hazmat and tanker endorsement, Secret clearance eligibility, and extensive certifications including OSHA, RCRA, and CPR.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Hazardous Waste Operator
Amentum
01.2023 - 09.2025
- Conduct hazardous waste collection, segregation, packaging, labeling, and disposal per DOT, RCRA, and OSHA standards.
- Perform inspections of staging and storage areas in accordance with the site permit; ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
- Operate supplemental decontamination unit (SDU), autoclave, and hazardous material handling equipment.
- Prepare manifests, tracking documentation, and computer-generated labels using HMMS.
- Wear and operate in DPE suits and EBA respirators during toxic area entries.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
Personal Protection Equipment Technician
Amentum
Pueblo, Colorado
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Inspected personal protective equipment for compliance with safety standards.
- Trained staff on proper use and maintenance of PPE.
- Managed inventory of PPE supplies and equipment.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate PPE for various tasks.
- Documented PPE training sessions and compliance records.
- Responded to inquiries regarding PPE usage and regulations.
- Inspected and tested PPE equipment for safety and functionality prior to use.
- Checked and verified accuracy of PPE orders to ensure all items were present.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations related to the use of personal protective equipment.
- Repaired or replaced malfunctioning parts on PPE devices as needed.
- Provided technical support to staff regarding operation of PPE equipment.
- Calibrated measuring instruments used in production processes according to established standards.
- Monitored work areas for unsafe practices involving the improper use or maintenance of personal protective equipment.
- Maintained records of PPE inventory and usage data.
- Trained personnel in the proper use of PPE equipment to meet industry standards.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
Petroleum Supply Specialist
U.S. Army Quartermaster Corps
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
09.1995 - 10.2015
- Supervised ground and aircraft hot refueling ensuring adherence to safety procedures in firefighting and fire prevention
- Conducted safety inspections of POL storage sites; performed preventative maintenance on POL storage and handling equipment
- Developed and maintained Unit daily accountability reports for bulk petroleum packaging
- Conducted daily inspections of storage tanks, pipelines, and other equipment to detect any potential problems or hazards.
- Turned valves and started pumps to regulate flows of gases, liquids, slurries, or powdered materials.
- Monitored and evaluated the inventory levels of petroleum products to ensure adequate supplies.
- Executed daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and documentation in compliance with DOT policies and guidelines and policies for transportation of HAZMAT
Education
High School Diploma -
Lydon B. Johnson High School
Austin, TX05-1995
Skills
- Hazardous materials handling and waste management
- Petroleum inventory oversight
- Safety compliance auditing
- Emergency response planning
- Equipment maintenance
- Environmental compliance
- Tracking documentation
- Inventory monitoring
- Personal protective equipment
- Forklift operation
Key Qualifications
- Current DOT Physical & Class A CDL with Hazmat & Tanker Endorsements
- Secret Eligible Clearance; CPRP Clearance (Chemical Personnel Reliability Program)
- Certified in OSHA, RCRA, Forklift, CPR, and Hazardous Waste Operations
- Proficient in Hazardous Materials Management System (HMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Experienced with DPE suits, EBA respirators, and toxic environment entries
- Skilled in public speaking, documentation, and incident reporting
- Strong leadership, communication, and emergency response skills
- HAZWOPER trained
Timeline
Hazardous Waste Operator
Amentum
01.2023 - 09.2025
Personal Protection Equipment Technician
Amentum
07.2017 - 07.2021
Petroleum Supply Specialist
U.S. Army Quartermaster Corps
09.1995 - 10.2015
High School Diploma -
Lydon B. Johnson High School