Israel Chavez
Salem,OR
Summary
Accomplished Safety Officer with a proven track record at Good Guys Construction Inc., enhancing workplace safety and reducing accident rates through rigorous OSHA compliance and hazard identification. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills, alongside expertise in landscape maintenance and safety training. Achieved significant improvements in safety culture and employee awareness, contributing to a safer, more efficient work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Officer
Good Guys Construction Inc.
03.2019 - Current
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations, leading to a safer work environment for all employees.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Increased employee awareness of potential hazards by creating informative signage throughout the facility.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
- Promoted a culture of safety through engaging workshops and training sessions for employees on various topics such as hazard identification, PPE usage, and incident reporting.
Safety Officer /laborer
Pacific Nursery
04.2015 - 03.2019
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Reduced accident rates with consistent monitoring of employee compliance to safety protocols.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Increased employee awareness of potential hazards by creating informative signage throughout the facility.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
- Promoted a culture of safety through engaging workshops and training sessions for employees on various topics such as hazard identification, PPE usage, and incident reporting.
Landscape Worker
Garden Heros
05.2010 - 08.2014
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
- Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining and improving landscape features such as lawns, gardens, and walkways.
- Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
- Developed strong client relationships by addressing concerns or requests promptly and providing excellent customer service throughout projects.
- Installed sod, seeded lawns, or hydroseeded areas for new turf establishment or lawn repair purposes.
- Contributed to team efficiency by effectively communicating project updates and collaborating on task assignments.
- Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
- Elevated overall landscape appearance using a variety of hand and power tools for trimming, shaping, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges.
- Prepared planting beds for new installations with proper soil preparation techniques including tilling, amending soil composition if needed, grading surfaces level before planting began.
- Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
- Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
Education
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR30-hour Construction Safety And Health - Safety Officer
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH11.2020
High School Diploma -
North Salem High School
Salem, OR06.2001
Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Hazard Identification
- Occupational safety
- OSHA Compliance
- Chemical Handling
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hazard Prevention
- General Labor
- Following Instructions
- Construction management
- Demolition Procedures
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Strong Work Ethic
- Heavy Lifting
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Lawn Care
- Landscape maintenance
- Jobsite Safety
- Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
- Trimming and weeding
- Weeding and edging
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Tree and Shrub Planting
- Sod Laying
- Pruning and hedging
- Irrigation Installation
- Lawn Aeration
- Sprinkler system knowledge
- Diverse plant knowledge
- Pruning skills
- Chemical Application
- Drainage Solutions
- Pest Management
- Plant identification
- Fertilization Knowledge
- Lawn Mowing
- Landscaping
- Fiber Cement Siding
- Soffit and Fascia Work
- Wood Siding Experience
- Roof Installation
- Quick Learner
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Safety Officer
Good Guys Construction Inc.
03.2019 - Current
Safety Officer /laborer
Pacific Nursery
04.2015 - 03.2019
Landscape Worker
Garden Heros
05.2010 - 08.2014
Chemeketa Community College
30-hour Construction Safety And Health - Safety Officer
University of Cincinnati
High School Diploma -
North Salem High School
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