Diego Fuentes
Odessa,TX
Summary
Seasoned Field Safety Specialist with extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, providing safety supervision, employee training, and compliance oversight. Proven expertise in OSHA regulations, hazard identification, and safety program implementation. Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with a track record of enhancing workplace safety standards and ensuring regulatory adherence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Consultant
Chevron Oil & Gas (Contract Via Ramzee Consulting)
Odessa, TX
10.2022 - Current
- Provide on-site safety supervision across multiple oil and gas job sites throughout the Permian Basin and New Mexico.
- Conduct comprehensive safety inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Investigate workplace incidents and report findings to management for corrective action.
- Deliver safety training covering fall protection, lockout/tagout, hazardous communication, and PPE compliance.
Field Safety Coordinator
Saulsbury Industries
Las Vegas, NV
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Implemented strategies to enhance employee engagement in safety programs and initiatives.
- Conducted site inspections ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and company policies.
- Electrical hazard identification (arc flash, energized systems)
- LOTO program implementation & audits
- Working around MCCs, panels, generators, temporary power
- Verifying zero-energy state before work begins
- Knowledge of upstream/midstream/downstream operations
- Experience on drilling rigs, well sites, or production facilities
- Hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) awareness / monitoring
- Pressure systems & line-of-fire hazards
- Coordinating with electricians & control room operators
- Performed accident investigations, identified root causes, and recommended corrective actions.
- Trained employees on emergency response, safe work practices, and hazard management.
- Collaborated with site supervisors to improve safety performance and incident prevention.
Safety Consultant
Ramzee Consulting (Contract for DXP)
Odessa, TX
02.2020 - 11.2021
- Provided safety supervision at multiple oil and gas facilities within the Permian Basin.
- Performed safety briefings and hazard assessments before and after shifts.
- Verified compliance with fire, hazard, and environmental safety regulations.
- Inspected and calibrated equipment to ensure operational safety and accuracy.
Field Safety Specialist
Saulsbury Industries
Odessa, TX
01.2016 - 02.2020
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Implemented strategies to enhance employee engagement in safety programs and initiatives, increasing overall safety awareness and participation.
- Conducted routine and detailed site inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA standards, NFPA 70E, and company electrical safety policies.
- Confined space entry (cellars, tanks, pits)
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) for electrical & mechanical systems
- Working at heights / fall protection systems
- Heavy equipment & crane operations oversight
- Hot work (welding, cutting, grinding)
- Performed electrical hazard assessments, identifying risks such as arc flash, shock hazards, improper grounding, and exposed energized components.
- Supported arc flash safety programs, including verifying labeling, PPE requirements, and maintaining safe approach boundaries.
- Ensured proper selection and use of electrical PPE, including arc-rated clothing, rubber gloves, face shields, and insulated tools.
- Reviewed and approved energized work permits and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for high-risk electrical task
- Maintained accurate records of inspections, permits, and compliance documentation using digital safety management systems
- Leading toolbox talks / safety meetings
- Coaching crews on safe work practices
Education
High School Diploma -
Richard Milburn Academy
TXBasics Coursework
Odessa College
Odessa, TXSkills
- Safety Compliance
- OSHA Regulations
- Employee Training
- Hazard Identification
- Equipment Inspection
- Confined Space Entry
- Lockout/Tagout Procedures
- Strategic Planning
- Analytical Thinking
- Public Speaking
- Problem-Solving
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Safety Consultant
Chevron Oil & Gas (Contract Via Ramzee Consulting)
10.2022 - Current
Field Safety Coordinator
Saulsbury Industries
12.2021 - 10.2022
Safety Consultant
Ramzee Consulting (Contract for DXP)
02.2020 - 11.2021
Field Safety Specialist
Saulsbury Industries
01.2016 - 02.2020
Basics Coursework
Odessa College
High School Diploma -
Richard Milburn Academy