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Hector Higuera

Shafter

Summary

Dynamic Safety Coordinator with a proven track record at Trilogy Personnel & Land Management, excelling in hazard identification and accident prevention. Skilled in conducting thorough workplace inspections and fostering a culture of safety accountability. Adept at training and mentoring teams, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency through effective communication and leadership.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Coordinator

Trilogy Personnel & Land Management
05.2017 - Current
  • 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.
  • Investigated accidents and hazardous incidents to determine cause and made recommendations for corrective action.
  • Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
  • Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings.
  • Coordinated with HR to develop a robust return-to-work program for employees who had been out on injury leave, ensuring a smooth and safe reintegration into their roles.
  • Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.

Area Supervisor

Cream Of The Crop
08.2016 - 04.2017
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, maintaining consistency across all locations.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by mediating discussions that led to mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure workplace, minimizing accidents and incidents.
  • Improved team efficiency by streamlining communication and implementing effective task delegation strategies.
  • Led team meetings to discuss progress toward goals, address challenges, celebrate successes, and encourage continuous learning experiences among team members.
  • Established clear objectives for each reporting period that aligned with company-wide goals.

Person Leading Work (PLW)

Advanced Industrial Services Inc.
08.2013 - 08.2016
  • 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.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Security Officer

Transwest Security
01.2011 - 08.2013
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
  • Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
  • Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.

Cashier

Chevron
07.2007 - 07.2013
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA
12-2026

Associate of Science - Criminology

Kaplan College
Bakersfield, CA
06-2010

High School Diploma -

Shafter High School
Shafter, CA
06-2007

Skills

  • Safety and compliance inspections
  • Training and mentoring
  • Recordkeeping skills
  • Accident prevention
  • Incident investigations
  • Hazard identification
  • Workplace inspections
  • Injury reporting
  • Heat stress management
  • Meeting leadership
  • Vehicle safety

Certification

  • STS - Safety Trained Supervisor
  • QAL-D - Qualified Applicator License - Plant Agriculture
  • HSI Level 1 Instructor
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction
  • OSHA 10-hour General Industry
  • Worker Occupational Safety and Health Specialist (WOSH)
  • Occupational Safety and Risk Management Certificate


Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Safety Coordinator

Trilogy Personnel & Land Management
05.2017 - Current

Area Supervisor

Cream Of The Crop
08.2016 - 04.2017

Person Leading Work (PLW)

Advanced Industrial Services Inc.
08.2013 - 08.2016

Security Officer

Transwest Security
01.2011 - 08.2013

Cashier

Chevron
07.2007 - 07.2013

Associate of Science - Occupational Health And Safety

Bakersfield College

Associate of Science - Criminology

Kaplan College

High School Diploma -

Shafter High School

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