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Esmeralda Ortiz

Safety Professional
Corpus Christi,TX

Summary

Offering 20 years of experience in new construction, Solar and Refinery industry.

Safety professional with comprehensive background in occupational health and safety standards. Skilled in risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety training for teams. Known for fostering collaboration and adaptability while maintaining strong focus on achieving safety goals.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Coordinator/Site Safety Specialist

SMI Safety
03.2025 - 07.2025
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Provided ongoing support and resources to supervisors in managing safety performance within their departments, fostering a culture of accountability among leadership.
  • Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
  • Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring prompt resolution.
  • Led emergency response drills, ensuring staff readiness for various emergencies including fires, chemical spills, and medical crises.
  • Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
  • Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings.
  • Created an open line of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problem solving.
  • Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
  • Organized Safety Committee meetings regularly to discuss updates on ongoing initiatives while actively involving employees in decision-making processes related to health & safety matters.
  • Promoted a culture of safety awareness by organizing regular team meetings focused on sharing best practices and lessons learned from incidents.
  • Improved overall safety performance with consistent monitoring and enforcement of safety policies and procedures.
  • Implemented toolbox talks program that encouraged open communication among team members about daily tasks, potential hazards, near misses, or other concerns related to work activities or conditions on site.
  • Reviewed subcontractor safety programs and conducted site audits to ensure compliance with both company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintained safe and healthful job site while meeting or exceeding standard safety policies.
  • Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Safety Technician

Miller Environmental Services
10.2024 - 03.2025
  • Oversaw safety morning meetings.
  • Conducted regular Safety training.
  • Drug screening for new employees, random drug screen and incident drug screening.
  • Safety audits.
  • Ensure employees work safe and do not create risk for themselves or others.
  • First Aid
  • Investigate all incidents, near misses to determine root of cause and recommend preventive measures.
  • Maintain current OSHA knowledge and industry Safety standards.
  • Proper PPE
  • Lock out tag out "LOTO"
  • Make sure job scope is consistent with permit.
  • 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.
  • Make sure we are in compliance with company policies.
  • 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
01.2023 - 10.2024
  • 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)
01.2022 - 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.
  • Developed strong relationships with regulatory agencies to facilitate inspections, reporting requirements, and timely resolution of issues.
  • Increased employee engagement in safety initiatives through the establishment of a Safety Committee representing all departments.

Safety Specialist

Clark Construction (Formosa Plastics)
02.2021 - 12.2022
  • Interpret company policies
  • Enforced Safety regulations.
  • Communicate company safe work practices and ensure that all project goals are safely met.
  • Plan and Coordinate jobs
  • Allocate general and daily responsibilities
  • Conduct Safety audit
  • Conduct emergency evacuation drills.
  • Ergonomics/ Stretch and flex
  • Conduct morning Safety meetings

Safety Professional

Bay Tank
04.2017 - 01.2020
  • Assisted in accident investigations to determine root causes, prevent future occurrences, and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Served as a resource for employees seeking guidance on specific safety-related issues or concerns within their respective roles.
  • Supported new hire orientation programs by delivering engaging safety presentations that emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Conducted ongoing job safety analysis for conformity to personal protective equipment guidelines and occupational safety procedures.
  • Assisted management with accident investigations and analysis to determine root cause for corrective action plan.
  • Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by performing regular audits and implementing necessary corrective actions.
  • Promoted zero-accident workplace, initiating reward programs for adherence to safety practices.
  • Implemented safety improvements, analyzing accident reports to prevent future occurrences.
  • Fostered culture of safety, leading workshops that increased employee engagement and awareness.
  • Improved safety awareness with comprehensive training sessions for new employees.
  • Conducted safety audits to uncover potential risks, allowing for proactive mitigation measures.

Safety Tech

The Robert Company (Turn Around)
02.2016 - 03.2017

Attend and assist in facilitation of Safety Meeting's

  • Risk Identifications and provide corrective actions
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Inspect and evaluate workplace environment, equipment and practices to ensure they follows safety standards.

Assist with issuance of all permits ,JSA making sure company is in compliance with sites rule and regulations.

  • Intervene and engage with crafts on a daily basis.
  • Teach to correct
  • Drug screening for new employees,random drug test, and after an incident.
  • Safety audits
  • Ensure employees work safe and do not create risks for them self's or others.
  • Lock out tag out :LOTO"
  • Investigate all incidents, near misses to determine root of cause and recommend preventive measures.
  • Perform Safety orientation for new employees.

Safety Lead/Pipe Fitter Helper

REPCON
06.2013 - 12.2015
  • 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/Safety Team Leader

Bay Tank & Boiler Works
03.2010 - 04.2013
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Cutting
  • Gauging
  • Grinding
  • Hole watch
  • Fire watch
  • Pulled permits
  • 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
04-2025

OSHA/ 510

Texas A&M Engineering
Kingsville, TX
03.2023

OSHA/511 - Occupational Health And Safety

Texas A&M University
Collage Station
03-2023

High School Diploma -

Moody High School
1818 Trojan Drive
06.1999

First Aid /CPR Certified

Fire Department
Corpus Christi Fire Department
07.2024

Osha 30

Safety Council
Corpus Christi, TX
01-2025

Skills

  • Risk assessment
  • Safety audits
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Incident investigation
  • Equipment inspection
  • Problem solving
  • First aid administration
  • 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
  • Job analysis
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Safety inspections
  • OSHA compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Employee training
  • Accident prevention
  • Fall prevention
  • Workplace Safety Evaluation
  • Risk mitigation
  • Reliability
  • Workplace inspections
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Vehicle safety
  • Occupational health
  • Accident investigation
  • Respiratory protection
  • Slip, trip, and fall prevention
  • Confined space entry
  • Traffic safety
  • 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

Education

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Timeline

Safety Coordinator/Site Safety Specialist

SMI Safety
03.2025 - 07.2025

Safety Technician

Miller Environmental Services
10.2024 - 03.2025

Safety Professional

Quality Labor Management LLC
01.2023 - 10.2024

Safety Professional

Brand Safeway (Turn Round Citgo Plant)
01.2022 - 12.2022

Safety Specialist

Clark Construction (Formosa Plastics)
02.2021 - 12.2022

Safety Professional

Bay Tank
04.2017 - 01.2020

Safety Tech

The Robert Company (Turn Around)
02.2016 - 03.2017

Safety Lead/Pipe Fitter Helper

REPCON
06.2013 - 12.2015

HMC/Safety Team Leader

Bay Tank & Boiler Works
03.2010 - 04.2013

NCCR/CCST - Occupational Health and Safety

Contractor Safety Council

OSHA/ 510

Texas A&M Engineering

OSHA/511 - Occupational Health And Safety

Texas A&M University

High School Diploma -

Moody High School

First Aid /CPR Certified

Fire Department

Osha 30

Safety Council