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Errick Sanchez

San Antonio

Summary

Experienced Safety

Certified safety professional with a tenure of over 15 years of experience. Multiple areas of knowledge within general industry and new construction include petrochemical, oil & gas, hazardous materials (corrosives), hazardous material abatements, power generations, combine cycle lignite/coal/gas power plants, ground break (civil) new constructions, highway foundation infrastructure construction., Seasoned in hazard identification & mitigations, seasoned in OSHA CFR compliance. Trained and qualified in supervision and managing large teams in high-risk job sites. Proven ability to lead safety teams, conduct site inspections, and reduce incidents through proactive risk management. Fluent bilingual languages., English and Spanish

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
2008
2008
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Safety Professional

Lithko
Monroe
11.2025 - Current
  • Building Meta.
  • Concrete construction ensure compliance with OSHA and building codes by managing high-risk tasks, including identifying silica hazards, enforcing proper PPE, inspecting formwork, and ensuring fall protection. Key duties include conducting site inspections, conducting safety training, and ensuring structural stability during pours.
  • Site Inspections & Hazard Identification: Daily inspection of formwork stability, reinforcing steel, and edge protection.
  • Silica Dust Protection: Monitoring respirable crystalline silica exposure, implementing wet methods, and enforcing respirator use.
  • Concrete Pour Safety: Ensuring safe procedures for mixing, pouring, and handling caustic concrete, including proper eye protection and waterproof gear.
  • Equipment Inspection: Checking lifting equipment, cranes, and concrete pumps to verify proper load weight and stability.
  • Compliance & Documentation: Ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and maintaining safety records, incident reports, and training certifications.
  • Training: Conducting toolbox talks on chemical burns, Silica risks, and safe lifting procedures.

Steveadoring at Port of Brownsville

Port of Brownsville
Brownsville
08.2025 - 11.2025
  • Steveadoring ensure regulatory compliance (OSHA/USCG) and worker safety during cargo loading/unloading. Key duties include conducting hazard assessments, enforcing traffic control for RO-RO operations, managing safety training, performing incident investigations, and ensuring compliance with hazardous material handling. They foster a zero-injury culture on docks.
  • Compliance & Inspection: Ensuring adherence to 29 CFR 1918 (Longshoring) regulations and conducting on-site audits of cargo gear, docks, and equipment.
  • Risk Management: Identifying hazards like falling cargo, vehicular traffic (RO-RO decks), and improper securing of loads, then enforcing corrective actions.
  • Training & Safety Culture: Conducting safety orientations, mandatory training, and regular safety meetings to ensure workers follow safe practices.
  • Incident Response: Investigating accidents, reporting to appropriate authorities (such as Texas OSHA), and maintaining injury records to prevent future incidents.
  • Cargo & PPE Safety: Ensuring proper hazardous material handling and the distribution and use of personal protective equipment.
  • Operational Coordination: Discussing safety protocols with vessel crews, port authorities, and terminal management prior to cargo.

Power Generation Logistics

National Electric and Coil NEC
Brownsville
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • Power generation manage high-risk environments (electrocution, arc flash, fall, and chemical hazards) by developing safety policies, ensuring OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 compliance, conducting inspections, and leading emergency response planning. They provide training, investigate incidents, and enforce personal protective equipment (PPE) usage to reduce risk, improve safety culture, and ensure operational continuity.
  • Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification: Routinely inspect equipment, electrical wiring, and machinery (e.g., boilers, turbines) to identify and mitigate hazards.
  • Compliance Monitoring & Enforcement: Ensure strict adherence to OSHA regulations, environmental regulations, and internal company policies.
  • Safety Training & Education: Deliver training on PPE, hazardous materials, and specialized tasks like confined space entry to all employees and contractors.
  • Emergency Preparedness: Create and test emergency plans for scenarios like fire, chemical spills, and equipment failure.
  • Incident Investigation: Conduct Root Cause Analysis for accidents and near-misses to prevent recurrence.
  • Contractor Safety Management: Ensure outside contractors comply with plant safety guidelines before and during specialized work.
  • Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of power plant systems (boilers, turbines, electrical systems).
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledge of OSHA standards for electrical utilities.
  • Communication & Problem-Solving: Ability to present safety procedures clearly and develop creative solutions for complex safety issues.
  • Focus Areas in Power Generation
  • Electrical Safety: Managing arc flash risks and lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Confined Spaces & Heights: Managing risks associated with repairing and maintaining tall or enclosed plant infrastructure.
  • Contractor Safety: Ensuring external contractors adhere to high-standard safety cultures.
  • Operational Safety: Enforcing PPE and safety protocols during maintenance and daily operations.

Senior Safety Manager

Samsung Project
Taylor
07.2024 - 04.2025
  • Directed safety operations for a 370-person day shift and 85-person night shift.

• Supervised a team of 11 safety technicians across a high-scale construction site.

• Conducted daily inspections, JHAs, and site safety meetings to enforce OSHA compliance.

• Reduced incident rates through proactive education and on-site enforcement.

Senior Safety Manager

BrandSafway
Schertz
10.2020 - 04.2024
  • Led safety operations and compliance efforts on industrial and petrochemical job sites.

• Identified hazards and worked with supervisors to implement corrective actions.

• Conducted training, audits, and supported regulatory documentation.

Area Safety Coordinator

WHC Energy Services
Midland
09.2019 - 10.2020
  • Supported the creation of safe job procedures and incident prevention plans.

• Assisted supervisors in daily safety operations and staff safety evaluations.

Regional Health & Safety Coordinator

Basic Industries Inc
Schertz
07.2014 - 08.2019
  • Oversaw safety planning and compliance across multiple worksites.

• Monitored safety performance and provided training on accident prevention.

Site Safety Tech

Basic Industries Inc
Schertz
06.2013 - 07.2014
  • Ensured adherence to all safety standards across assigned construction sites.

• Conducted inspections and safety walkdowns.

Jr Safety

Basic Industries Inc
Schertz
03.2013 - 06.2013
  • Built and disassembled scaffolds safely according to site needs.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Hazardous Materials Technician

Emergency Response Group
Pensacola
04.2009 - 09.2011
  • Performed hazardous material removal, site remediation, and disposal operations.

• Complied with federal regulations for chemical and material safety.

Fire Watch

Keppel Amfels
Brownsville
02.2008 - 01.2009
  • Monitored fire safety risks during hot work; activated emergency protocols if needed.

Education

Gladys Porter High School
Brownsville, Texas

SGE. OSHA -

United Stated Dept Of Labor

CSST\CSS\CSSO.,CST\CFS -

The National Center For Construction Education And Research

30 Hour OSHA -

United States Dept of Labor

40 Hour OSHA Hazwoper -

United States Dept of Labor

Skills

AREAS OF SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE

  • Heat illness prevention trained & sme
  • Injury prevention programs
  • Accident Analysis sme
  • Tap root investigations sme
  • RCA incident report sme
  • Lock out tag out sme
  • Fall protection trainer & sme
  • Scaffold Safety & quality control sme
  • Insulation Safety & quality control sme
  • CPR & First-Aid trained to trainer sme
  • Forklift trained to trainer sme

CREDENTIALS

  • SGE by the United States Department of Labor
  • Construction Site Safety Technician
  • Construction Site Safety Supervisor
  • Contruction Safety Technology
  • Construction Field Safety
  • Hazwoper 40 certified & sme
  • CPR & First-Aid Trainer & sme
  • Forklift & aerial lift Trainer & sme
  • Lock out tag out trained & sme
  • Confined space Supervisor trained & sme

Timeline

Safety Professional

Lithko
11.2025 - Current

Steveadoring at Port of Brownsville

Port of Brownsville
08.2025 - 11.2025

Power Generation Logistics

National Electric and Coil NEC
07.2025 - 08.2025

Senior Safety Manager

Samsung Project
07.2024 - 04.2025

Senior Safety Manager

BrandSafway
10.2020 - 04.2024

Area Safety Coordinator

WHC Energy Services
09.2019 - 10.2020

Regional Health & Safety Coordinator

Basic Industries Inc
07.2014 - 08.2019

Site Safety Tech

Basic Industries Inc
06.2013 - 07.2014

Jr Safety

Basic Industries Inc
03.2013 - 06.2013

Hazardous Materials Technician

Emergency Response Group
04.2009 - 09.2011

Fire Watch

Keppel Amfels
02.2008 - 01.2009

Gladys Porter High School

SGE. OSHA -

United Stated Dept Of Labor

CSST\CSS\CSSO.,CST\CFS -

The National Center For Construction Education And Research

30 Hour OSHA -

United States Dept of Labor

40 Hour OSHA Hazwoper -

United States Dept of Labor
Errick Sanchez