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Esmeralda Ortiz

Corpus Christi,TX

Summary

Dynamic Safety Professional with extensive experience at Miller Environmental Services, specializing in risk assessment and incident investigation. Proven track record of enhancing workplace safety through effective training and compliance with OSHA regulations, leading to a significant reduction in accident rates. Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Technician

Miller Environmental Services
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2024 - 03.2025
  • Oversaw safety monitoring and risk management strategies for multiple construction and industrial job sites.
  • Analyzed job sites and worksites, and reported on hazards, recommendations, and successful corrections.
  • Identified and raised awareness of prevalent unsafe behaviors, executing injury prevention efforts to instill facility personnel with core value of workplace safety.
  • Worked effectively with multiple contractors at various sites providing safety training for employees.
  • Inspected job sites for hazardous conditions, excessive noise and PPE use.
  • Performed regular workplace hazard assessments to identify potential risks or hazards in the work environment.
  • Facilitated communication between management teams concerning health and safety initiatives.
  • Implemented strategies designed to reduce accidents or improve working conditions.
  • Responded promptly to reported unsafe conditions or behaviors in the workplace.
  • Completed permit and safety inspections for workplaces on strict timelines.
  • Conducted safety tests on equipment, machinery, and instruments to assess proper functioning.
  • Assisted in preparing reports related to safety activities, such as incident rates, near misses, and audits.
  • Monitored workers' use of personal protective equipment for compliance with established standards.
  • Investigated employee complaints regarding safety issues and took appropriate action when necessary.
  • Conducted accident investigations, identified root causes, and recommended corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure that materials were available when needed.
  • Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Safety Professional

Quality Labor Management LLC
Corpus Christi, TX
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations, conducting regular audits, and addressing non-compliance issues promptly.
  • Enhanced site safety by implementing comprehensive safety programs and procedures.
  • Provided new employee health and safety orientations, and developed materials for presentations.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing site-wide health and safety performance metrics over time.
  • Reduced accident rates through consistent safety inspections and employee training sessions.
  • Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by holding individuals responsible for their safety performance, and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
  • Analyzed and identified risk areas to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Fostered a positive safety culture by recognizing and rewarding employee contributions towards achieving organizational safety goals.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
  • Provided expert guidance on occupational health matters, supporting employees in maintaining their well-being at work.
  • Assisted in worksite incident investigations, helping to determine cause and fault to ascertain liability.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations, and provided exceptional service.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Coordinated regular toolbox talks, reinforcing key safety concepts among employees on a consistent basis.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into workplace incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.

Safety Professional

Brand Safeway (Turn Round Citgo Plant)
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Fostered a positive safety culture by recognizing and rewarding employee contributions towards achieving organizational safety goals.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
  • Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
  • Performed safety analyses to evaluate potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
  • Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Facilitated incident investigations to identify root causes and implement corrective actions, reducing recurrence risk.
  • Mitigated potential hazards through regular inspections of facilities, equipment, and work practices.
  • Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Safety Specialist

Clark Construction (Formosa Plastics)
02.2022 - 05.2022


  • Interpret company policies
  • Enforced Safety rergulations
  • Communicate companysafe work practices and ensure that all project goals are safely met.
  • Plan and Cordinate jobs
  • Allocate general and daily responsibilities

Safety Tech

The Robert Company (Turn Around)
05.2021 - 09.2021


  • Actively contributed ideas during strategy sessions that resulted in increased member engagement.
  • Attend and assist in facilitation of Safety Meeting's
  • Risk Identifications and provide corrective actions
  • Inspect and evaluate workplace environment, equipment and practices to ensure they follows safety standards.
  • Assist with issuance of all permits , JHA'S making sure company is in compliance with sites rule and regulations.
  • Intervene and engage with crafts on a daily basis.

Safety Lead/Pipe Fitter Helper

REPCON
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Increased workplace safety by adhering to strict guidelines and protocols during daily operations
  • Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
  • Conduct risk assessment enforced preventative measures
  • Stop any unsafe acts or process that seem dangerous or unhealthy
  • Hole Watch
  • Obtain Permit's
  • Safety toolbox talks
  • Fire Watch



HMC

Bay Ltd.
03.2019 - 04.2021
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Conduct risk assessments and enforce preventative measures
  • Stop any unsafe acts
  • Fire watch
  • Hole Watch
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Education

NCCR/CCST - Occupational Health and Safety

Contractor Safety Council
Corpus Christi, TX
04-2025

OSHA/511 - Occupational Health And Safety

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
03-2023

High School Diploma -

Moody High School
Corpus Christi, TX
06.1999

OSHA/ 510

Texas A&M Engineering
Texas

First Aid /CPR Certified

Fire Department
Corpus Christi, TX

Skills

  • Risk assessment
  • Safety audits
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Incident investigation
  • Equipment inspection
  • Problem solving
  • First aid administration
  • Traffic control
  • Hazard elimination
  • Permit-to-work systems
  • Worker monitoring
  • Injury tracking
  • Safe lifting techniques
  • Production improvement
  • Hazard identification
  • Workplace inspection
  • Spill response
  • Environmental auditing
  • Safety training delivery
  • Health and safety regulations
  • Accident reviewing
  • Written communication
  • Emergency evacuation planning
  • Job analysis
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Indoor air quality
  • Problem-solving
  • Safety inspections
  • OSHA compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Employee training
  • Accident prevention
  • Fall prevention
  • Workplace Safety Evaluation
  • Risk mitigation
  • Reliability
  • Machine guarding
  • Testing
  • Process safety
  • Workplace inspections
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Vehicle safety
  • Occupational health
  • Accident investigation
  • Respiratory protection
  • Slip, trip, and fall prevention
  • Confined space entry
  • Traffic safety
  • Fall protection
  • Electrical safety
  • Construction safety
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Goal setting

Certification

  • EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional.
  • OSHA 511
  • OSHA 510
  • CPR/AED &First Aid
  • CSST/NCCR

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Safety Technician

Miller Environmental Services
08.2024 - 03.2025

Safety Professional

Quality Labor Management LLC
01.2023 - 07.2024

Safety Professional

Brand Safeway (Turn Round Citgo Plant)
05.2022 - 12.2022

Safety Specialist

Clark Construction (Formosa Plastics)
02.2022 - 05.2022

Safety Tech

The Robert Company (Turn Around)
05.2021 - 09.2021

Safety Lead/Pipe Fitter Helper

REPCON
01.2021 - 05.2021

HMC

Bay Ltd.
03.2019 - 04.2021

NCCR/CCST - Occupational Health and Safety

Contractor Safety Council

OSHA/511 - Occupational Health And Safety

Texas A&M University

High School Diploma -

Moody High School

OSHA/ 510

Texas A&M Engineering

First Aid /CPR Certified

Fire Department

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