Donavon Whiddon
Terrell,TX
Summary
Experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professional with more than 25 years in the commercial
electrical industry, combining expertise in safety leadership (2 years), project coordination, team supervision, and relationship building. Passionate about fostering a strong safety culture across diverse organizations by promoting accountability, continuous improvement, and regulatory compliance.
Skilled in developing and delivering engaging safety orientations, toolbox talks, classroom instruction, and
hands-on training programs. Recognized for strong public speaking, communication, and leadership abilities that
drive employee engagement, improve workplace safety performance, and strengthen client trust through
transparency and accountability.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Lead/Service Electrician
Lin R. Rogers Electrical Contractors
08.2017 - Current
- Responsible for promoting, implementing and enforcing company policies across service and construction divisions to ensure safe, compliant and efficient work environment
- Conducting daily safety walks accompanied by a daily safety audit.
- Designated safety rep. on major constructions projects allows supporting operations and leadership onsite, While also building a relationship with other contractors on site.
- Maintaining all training documentation for new hire orientation and all equipment certifications.
- Incident investigations for any and all incidents that occur between both Service and Construction
Electrician
Intex Electrical Contractors Inc
07.2013 - 08.2017
- Conducted lighting calculations and simulations to ensure compliance with industry standards and optimize lighting quality and distribution.
- Managed project budgets, timelines, and resources, successfully delivering projects within designated parameters.
- Coordinated with electrical contractors, technicians, and vendors to ensure smooth installation and commissioning of lighting systems.
- Familiarity with D.O.T. regulations and guidelines pertaining to commercial exterior lighting & the Ability to ensure compliance with safety standards and proper installation practices.
- Strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures when working on electrical and lighting systems. Knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE), and safe work practices.
Skills
- OSHA Compliance & Regulations
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- Safety Audits & Inspections
- Safety Training & Jobsite Orientation
- Public Speaking & Presentations
- Emergency Response Planning
- Job Hazard Analysis
- PPE Compliance & Enforcement
- Electrical Safety Awareness
- Lockout/Tagout
- Environmental Health & Safety
- Record Keeping & Documenting
- DOT Compliance
Certification
- OSHA 500
- OSHA 510
- OSHA 30
- NFPA 70E
- United Rentals TTT
- Smith Driver TTT
Timeline
Safety Lead/Service Electrician
Lin R. Rogers Electrical Contractors
08.2017 - Current
Electrician
Intex Electrical Contractors Inc
07.2013 - 08.2017