Gerardo Guzman
San Ysidro,CA
Summary
Dynamic Professional Seeking Exciting Opportunities to Make an Impact. The diverse experience out on the field, and as a safety manager, gives me a great balance and the confidence to succeed in any work environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Safety Representative
Lyles Services Co.
04.2024 - Current
- Safety Compliance & Regulation Adherence: Ensure that all structural, heavy civil, and mechanical work complies with local, state, and federal safety regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices
- Stay informed on updates to safety codes relevant to the construction sector
- Safety Training & Orientation: Organize and conduct safety training and orientation sessions tailored to the unique hazards of the project
- Educate workers on potential risks, safe work practices specific to heavy civil and mechanical operations, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency procedures
- Customized Safety Programs: Develop and implement comprehensive safety programs specific to the project, addressing the complexities of structural and mechanical work
- Conduct regular safety meetings to reinforce guidelines and engage workers in safety discussions
- Site Inspections & Hazard Identification: Perform regular site inspections to identify potential safety hazards associated with structural and mechanical activities
- Evaluate the condition of tools and equipment, ensure proper installation of safety barriers and signage, and verify adherence to safety protocols
- Incident Management & Reporting: Take immediate action in the event of incidents, accidents, near misses, or safety violations
- Investigate and document incidents, implement corrective measures, and report findings to relevant authorities as required by law
- Safety Documentation Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety documentation, including Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), safety plans, inspection reports, incident reports, and training records
- Ensure compliance with regulatory agency requirements and facilitate audits
- Collaboration & Safety Culture Promotion: Collaborate closely with project superintendents, supervisors, subcontractors, and workers to foster a culture of safety within the water treatment facility
- Communicate safety expectations, provide guidance on project-specific risks, and encourage proactive reporting of safety concerns
Safety Manager
JT Wimsatt Contracting Company, Inc
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for concrete construction workers and other individuals present at construction sites
- My primary responsibility is to develop, implement, and enforce safety policies and procedures to prevent accidents, injuries, and occupational hazards
- Responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive safety programs that comply with local regulations and industry standards
- These programs may include safety training, hazard identification, risk assessments, emergency response plans, and safety audits
- Ensure that construction sites adhere to relevant safety regulations, codes, and standards
- Regularly review construction practices, equipment, and processes to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement
- Organize and conduct safety training sessions for workers and supervisors
- Cover topics such as hazard recognition, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), equipment safety, and emergency procedures
- Develop strategies to eliminate or mitigate risks and work closely with project managers and site supervisors to implement appropriate control measures
- Analyze the findings and recommend corrective actions to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future
- Communicate the importance of safety, encourage worker participation, and promote a proactive approach to identifying and addressing safety concerns
- Prepare reports and documentation required by regulatory agencies, insurance providers, and company management
- Ensure that construction sites and safety programs are continuously adapted to meet evolving standards
Safety Manager
SMART Safety Group
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Building and maintaining good relationships and communication with customers
- Job site audits are conducted to address and mitigate any safety concerns with foremen and/or superintendents
- Perform audits to identify and document and abate any safety hazards
- Prepare meeting minutes and summaries monthly to present to owners and superintendents regarding deficiencies observed at job sites
- Provide pre-task plan assistance as required
- Safety meetings/toolbox talks in both English and Spanish
- Monthly meetings in person with supervisors providing training on topics on OSHA strategic training calendar
- Assist with incident investigation reports and assist in creating PowerPoint presentations
- Incident response investigations and follow up
Demolition/Abatement Supervisor
AMG Demolition
12.2014 - 08.2021
- Supervised a team of demolition crews
- Documentation and implementation of engineering controls for abatement practices
- Experienced with reading plans and documents required for completing demolition and abatement projects
- Assisted with coordination of progressive work schedules alongside other trades
- Experienced with insurance restoration, mold and demolition sales and estimating
- Managed in-house teams while maintaining a high standard of safety and on-site health
- Daily planning and coordination of laborers and equipment operators
- Coordination of on site repairs, logistics, material handling and other third tier subcontractors and vendors
- Heavy machine operator for demolition as required
- Insured all safety protocols were met
- Maintained and kept workload on schedule and met all deadlines as planned
Education
High school diploma -
Southwest High School
San Diego, CASkills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Goal oriented
- Adaptable
- Positive
- Collaborative
- Strong work ethic
- Critical thinker
- Detailed
- Resourceful
- Experience with Microsoft Word
- Construction work knowledge
- Civil Construction
- Mechanical Construction
- Incident Response
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Supervising experience
- OSHA
- Management
- Commercial construction
- Bilingual
- First aid
- Pipeline
Certification
- OSHA 30, 09/01/23 to 09/01/24
- Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training, 10/01/21 to Present
- 40-Hour EM-1-1 USACE Safety & Health, 10/01/21 to Present
- Driver's License, Valid
- CPR Certification, Valid
- AED Certification, Valid
Additional Information
This year, my utmost aspiration is to elevate my professional trajectory by acquiring the OSHA 500 and CHST certifications.
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Field Safety Representative
Lyles Services Co.
04.2024 - Current
Safety Manager
JT Wimsatt Contracting Company, Inc
05.2023 - 01.2024
Safety Manager
SMART Safety Group
11.2021 - 05.2023
Demolition/Abatement Supervisor
AMG Demolition
12.2014 - 08.2021
High school diploma -
Southwest High School
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