Gonzalo Gomez Solorza
Whitsett,NC
Summary
Experienced Construction Safety Officer with excellent project management, testing and decision-making abilities. Proficient in assessing day-to-day operations and preparing crews for emergency situations. Ready to bring 20 years of experience to challenging new role.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Safety Officer
JRG LLC
Cary, NC
10.2021 - Current
- Monitor safety of construction activities, making on-site personnel safety top priority.
- Complete permit and safety inspections for workplaces on strict timelines.
- Inspect job sites for hazardous conditions, excessive noise and PPE use.
- Analyze job and worksites and reported on hazards, recommendations and successful corrections.
- Provide daily updates to project managers, foremen and contractors on safety behaviors and operational enhancements.
Manager/Owner
Mech Trades LLC
Whitsett, NC
09.2016 - Current
- Oversee staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
- Develop and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Negotiate with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Analyze client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
- Enhance operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Resolve issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
- Analyze financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
- Establishe favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
Pipe Welder
Bahnson Mechanical Systems
Winston-Salem, NC
07.2009 - 01.2022
- Welded and worked with stainless steel and various alloys.
- Welded pipe and plate using TIG, MIG and Stick(60/10 and 70/18).
- Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work.
- Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in Cooling systems(air washers, cooling towers, chillers, and air handlers) installations, mainly for manufacturing facilities.
- Avoided errors by carefully reading blueprints and specifications to correctly lay out parts and plan welding processes.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Welded components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Positioned and secured workpieces using hoists, wire and banding machines or hand tools.
Lead Duct Mechanic
Bahnson Mechanical Systems
Winston-Salem, NC
02.2007 - 11.2017
- Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
- Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metals, plastics and wood products.
- Achieved maximum efficiency by working with large crews to install ductwork in existing and new builds.
- Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
- Answered service calls to address ventilation, air conditioning and heating system issues.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Built Air Washers and Filter Houses from scratch.
Duct Mechanic
Bahnson Mechanical Systems
Winston-Salem, NC
04.2004 - 02.2007
- Completed basic repairs such as changing belts, servicing fans and motors and cleaning coils, strainers and filters to optimize equipment performance.
- Built Air Washers and Filter Houses from scratch.
- Mounted compressors, condensers and other components in specified locations using hand tools and various welding equipment.
- Cut and drilled holes in floors, walls and roofs to install equipment using power saws and drills.
- Tested pipe, tubing joints and connections for leaks.
- Inspected job site before project start to identify obstacles and resolve issues.
- Put in new gas lines, wiring and other support components for HVAC systems.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Repaired parts by using technical knowledge, special tools and soldering skills.
- Installed furnaces, boilers and A/C units in new and existing buildings and assessed functionality of existing units.
- Led teams to complete large installation projects on time and within specific parameters outlined in customer documentation.
Education
Course - Cyber Security
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC07.2022
GED -
South Piedmont Community College
Polkton, NC06.2004
Some College (No Degree) - Math and Sciences.
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NCSkills
- Risk Mitigation
- Interviewing Skills
- Site Analysis
- Employee Interviewing
- Job Analysis
- Safety Assessment
- Accident Reviewing
- Paperwork Preparation
- Risk Management
- Hazard Reporting
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Safety Officer, JRG LLC - 2021
- OSHA-30 License - 2021
- Cyber Security Training - 2022
Timeline
Construction Safety Officer
JRG LLC
10.2021 - Current
Manager/Owner
Mech Trades LLC
09.2016 - Current
Pipe Welder
Bahnson Mechanical Systems
07.2009 - 01.2022
Lead Duct Mechanic
Bahnson Mechanical Systems
02.2007 - 11.2017
Duct Mechanic
Bahnson Mechanical Systems
04.2004 - 02.2007
Course - Cyber Security
North Carolina State University
GED -
South Piedmont Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Math and Sciences.
Durham Technical Community College
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