Donald Thomas
Blountville,TN
Summary
Experienced Safety Professional, Trainer and Mentor with over 20 years of hands on experience in construction. Safety-oriented professional systematic about assessing and improving worker conditions through short- and long-term monitoring strategies. Highly analytical, observant and skilled at identifying and resolving diverse concerns. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Manager
Baker Concrete Construction Inc.
Register, GA
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular safety meetings for staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations while working with Hyundai on a battery plant.
- Evaluated workplace environment and equipment to identify potential hazards.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure safe working practices are followed.
Safety Professional
Tailing International
Kansas City, MO
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted safety inspections working with META to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
- Created reports detailing safety activities, such as incident investigations, audits, and training sessions.
- Helped eliminate occupational hazards and ergonomic concerns through redesign efforts.
Safety Professional
Yates Construction
Brunswick, GA
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Site safety professional to oversee new construction in Georgia Pacific Papermill
- Conducted safety inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
- Duties include executing work permits, new hire training, helping to ensure that Safety Task Analysis forms are performed correctly and other site specific duties.
Pipefitter Foreman
TEC Industrial
Kingsport, TN
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Oversee pipe installation inside BAE Army ammunition plant
- Conducted regular safety meetings with workers to discuss potential hazards and how to prevent them.
- Planned and coordinated the daily activities of a team of pipe welders, fitters, and helpers.
Safety Professional
YATES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Ticonderoga, NY
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Site safety professional to oversee new construction in a Papermill
- Duties include executing work permits, new hire training, helping to ensure that Safety Task Analysis forms are performed correctly and other site specific duties
- Performed a lot of hands on training with equipment and tools.
Pipefitter Foreman
TEC Industrial
Huntsville, AL
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Worked in NASA on a launch test pad for a test shuttle
- Installation of stainless and carbon pipe for cooling water and for instrument air.
- Document all work performed accurately for future reference.
- Supervised a team of Pipefitters to ensure safety protocols were adhered to.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Thompson Construction Group, Inc.
Commerce, GA
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Responsible for installing Stainless pipe for chilled water
- Fabrication and installation of schedule 10 and 20, 6"-14" pipe.
- Assemble and install valves, fittings, flanges and other related components.
Journeyman Pipefitter
American Industrial Construction
Skowhegan, ME
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Responsible for installation and repair of pipe, supports, valves and any other type of industrial maintenance.
Instrument Fitter
Merit Electrical
Vonore, TN
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Installation of tubing, supports, various valves and instruments.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Yates Construction
Selma, AL
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Responsible for installation and repair of pipe, supports, valves and any other type of industrial maintenance.
Safety Professional
McDermott
Asheville, NC
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Site safety professional to oversee new construction in a Duke Power Plant
- Duties include executing work permits, helping to ensure that Safety Task Analysis forms are performed correctly and other site specific duties.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Thompson Construction
Cross, SC
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Cross SC Santee Cooper Power, Responsible for installing pumps and hydraulic lines
- Performed basic industrial maintenance
- I also operated small heavy equipment and performed basic maintenance and upkeep to equipment and tools.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Yates Construction, Eastman
Kingsport, TN
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Kingsport TN Tennessee, Responsible for installing and fabrication of various socket weld, and screw pipe
- Installed and built various supports
- Worked with various fitters as a journeyman
Journeyman Instrument Fitter
TECI
Greenville, TN
10.2016 - 08.2017
- US Nitrogen Greenville TN
- Responsible for installation and repair of pipe, supports, valves and any other type of industrial maintenance
- I was also responsible for installing instruments, tubing and various heat and steam trace.
Safety Specialist
PCL Construction
Charleston, TN
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Site safety professional to oversee new construction in Wacker Silicone Plant
- Duties include executing work permits, helping to ensure that Safety Task Analysis forms are performed correctly and other site specific duties.
Safety Specialist
Robins & Morton
Charleston, TN
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Site safety professional to oversee new construction in a Chlorine Plant and Power Plant
- Duties include executing work permits, new hire training, helping to ensure that Safety Task Analysis forms are performed correctly and other site specific duties
- Worked between 2 separate plants to complete proper training for new hires.
Owner/Operator
Ideal Fixtures and Cabinets
Kingsport, TN
12.2001 - 06.2010
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Inspected job sites regularly to verify safety protocols were being followed and that work was progressing in accordance with established guidelines.
- Monitored budgets, tracked expenditures and prepared financial reports related to construction activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dobyns - Bennett High School
Kingsport, TN05.1995
Skills
- Training Coordination
- Staff Training and Mentoring
- OSHA Compliance
- Workplace Safety
- Safety Training
- Staff Leadership and Direction
- Safety and Compliance
- OSHA 500- Authorized Trainer
Certification
OSHA 30, OSHA 510 and OSHA 500 Certified
CPR, First Aid and AED
NCCER in Safety, Pipe and Instrumentation
Experience
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Relocation: Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Safety Manager
Baker Concrete Construction Inc.
12.2023 - Current
Safety Professional
Tailing International
10.2023 - 12.2023
Safety Professional
Yates Construction
03.2023 - 11.2023
Pipefitter Foreman
TEC Industrial
10.2022 - 02.2023
Safety Professional
YATES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
04.2022 - 10.2022
Pipefitter Foreman
TEC Industrial
02.2022 - 04.2022
Journeyman Pipefitter
Thompson Construction Group, Inc.
05.2021 - 01.2022
Journeyman Pipefitter
American Industrial Construction
10.2020 - 03.2021
Instrument Fitter
Merit Electrical
05.2020 - 09.2020
Journeyman Pipefitter
Yates Construction
01.2020 - 03.2020
Safety Professional
McDermott
04.2019 - 01.2020
Journeyman Pipefitter
Thompson Construction
01.2018 - 04.2019
Journeyman Pipefitter
Yates Construction, Eastman
11.2017 - 12.2017
Journeyman Instrument Fitter
TECI
10.2016 - 08.2017
Safety Specialist
PCL Construction
07.2014 - 06.2016
Safety Specialist
Robins & Morton
09.2012 - 06.2014
Owner/Operator
Ideal Fixtures and Cabinets
12.2001 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Dobyns - Bennett High School
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