Eli Herrera
Salt Lake City,Utah
Summary
Dynamic Site Safety Manager with a proven track record at Derr and Grunewald, excelling in workplace inspections and safety audits. Expert in hazard identification and safety training development, I implemented process improvements that significantly reduced workplace injuries. A strong mentor, I foster teamwork while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Skilled journeyman laborer for over 20 years, experienced in most areas of construction including equipment operations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Safety Technician
Standard Drywall Inc.
Salt Lake City, Utah
10.2021 - 10.2024
- Conducted weekly safety meetings and enforced OSHA regulations and procedures.
- Visited job sites and performed daily safety walks.
- Conducted reports of visited sites.
- Transported employees to physicians with injuries and kept accidents injuries down.
- Assisted in the development of safety procedures, contributing to overall risk management strategies.
- Coordinated training sessions on safety protocols for new employees, enhancing awareness and compliance.
- Implemented corrective actions for identified safety violations to improve workplace conditions.
Lead Foreman
Kiewit
Salt Lake, It
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Supervised daily operations on construction sites to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Coordinated work schedules and assignments for crew members on various projects.
- Maintained equipment and tools, ensuring functionality and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with project managers to align tasks with project timelines and goals.
- Implemented best practices for resource management to optimize workflow processes.
- Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or customers in a professional manner.
- Developed strategies to increase productivity while reducing costs associated with production processes.
- Trained crew members how to perform high-quality work with safety and efficiency in mind.
- Collected and organized materials required for each project.
Site Safety Manager
Derr and Grunewald
Salt Lake, UT
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and project timelines.
- Coordinated workforce schedules, optimizing resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
- Mentored junior foremen and crew members, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Implemented process improvements, leading to enhanced workflow and reduced downtime.
- Assigned tasks and monitored completion of work to full satisfaction of company standards and customer requirements.
- Maintained safe working environments by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines, reducing workplace injuries.
Education
East High
Salt Lake, UTSkills
- Workplace inspections
- Safety audits
- Construction safety
- Hazard identification
- Heavy equipment operation
- Concrete specialist
- Safety training development
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- First aid and blood-borne pathogens
- Safety management
- Union Journey Laborer for over 20 years
Timeline
Safety Technician
Standard Drywall Inc.
10.2021 - 10.2024
Lead Foreman
Kiewit
02.2020 - 08.2021
Site Safety Manager
Derr and Grunewald
11.2018 - 01.2020
East High