JACOB BRYAN RIVERA
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Results-driven Construction Safety Professional with extensive experience in hazard identification, safety inspections, and compliance with OSHA and PPE standards. Skilled in supervising crews, coordinating operations, and conducting safety checks to enhance workplace safety culture. Focused on mentoring employees and addressing hazards to ensure all workers return home safely.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
FOREMAN
B&H Construction LLC
Austin, TX
03.2023 - 08.2026
- Supervised crews and inspected completed work to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with established requirements, contributing to overall project success.
- Supervised daily construction activities while maintaining a safe, productive, and organized work environment.
- Coordinated planning, manpower, equipment, resources, training, and daily work activities to ensure project milestones were met.
- Identified potential workplace hazards and communicated safety concerns to supervisors and safety personnel.
- Reviewed blueprints and technical specifications and translated project requirements into actionable daily work activities.
- Prepared and submitted daily production documentation, communicating progress to supervisors, inspectors, and safety personnel to maintain transparency and accountability.
- Completed incident reports and maintained accurate documentation related to job-site activities and safety concerns.
- Coordinated with contractors and company safety personnel to address safety and operational requirements.
- Demonstrated reliability, accountability, attention to detail, and the ability to learn and implement new procedures.
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
B&H Construction LLC
Buda, TX
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Operated heavy equipment including excavators ranging from John Deere 13-series equipment to Case 350D excavators.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating equipment around overhead and underground utilities.
- Conducted daily safety inspections on equipment, performing walk-arounds, fluid checks, lubrication, cleaning, and basic maintenance to ensure operational readiness.
- Managed equipment operations during excavation projects with ground crews, adapting to changing site conditions and hazards to enhance safety and efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with ground crews using hand signals and verbal communication.
- Supported excavation operations by preparing trenches for safe entry and implementing trench-shielding systems to mitigate cave-in risks.
- Used aluminum and steel trench boxes to provide protection against trench cave-ins.
- Loaded and offloaded materials and piping using heavy equipment.
- Supported welders during pipe fitting and fabrication tasks with pipe fitting, pipeline work, and fabrication activities.
POLICE OFFICER
City of La Feria
La Feria, TX
05.2017 - 02.2019
- Protected the public while enforcing laws and maintaining community safety.
- Responded to emergency situations and maintained scene safety and control.
- Managed accident scenes and directed traffic to ensure public safety while assisting stranded motorists.
- Conducted thorough investigations of accidents, incidents, and criminal activity to gather evidence and support case resolution.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects and collected and documented the evidence.
- Executed search and arrest warrants and processed offenders according to established procedure.
- Prepared detailed incident and patrol reports and maintained accurate records.
- Testified in court and communicated investigative findings clearly and professionally.
Education
CCST/CSSS -
Safety Builders & Consultants LLC
01-2026
Peace Officer License -
LRGVDC
01-2017
High School Diploma -
Edinburg High School
01-2011
Skills
- Safety inspections
- Job hazard analysis
- Excavation & Trenching Safety
- Fall Protection
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- PPE Compliance & Safety Awareness
- Hazard communication
- Safety training
- Safety meetings
- Crew supervision
- Project Scheduling
- Excavator Forklift Skid Steer
- Workplace compliance
- Scaffolding & Confined-Space Awareness
EDUCATION & ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
English / Spanish Bilingual
Languages
English / Spanish Bilingual
Personal Information
- Title: CONSTRUCTION SAFETY TECHNICIAN
- ID Number: NCEER #40301979
Certification
CCST — Certified Construction Safety Technician, CSSS — Construction Site Safety Supervisor, OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training, OSHA 10 — Construction Safety and Health, Heavy Equipment Operator — Excavator, Forklift & Skid Steer, Peace Officer License — LRGVDC
SAFETY TRAINING & PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training covering workplace hazards, OSHA requirements, PPE, fall protection, hazard communication, and accident prevention.
- CCST/CSSS certification through Safety Builders & Consultants LLC.
- Practical knowledge of workplace hazard recognition and corrective-action recommendations.
- Practical knowledge of safety inspections, JHA/JSA, PPE requirements, and safety documentation.
- Field experience supporting safe construction operations, excavation activities, heavy equipment operations, and crew safety.
Timeline
FOREMAN
B&H Construction LLC
03.2023 - 08.2026
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
B&H Construction LLC
08.2021 - 03.2023
POLICE OFFICER
City of La Feria
05.2017 - 02.2019
CCST/CSSS -
Safety Builders & Consultants LLC
Peace Officer License -
LRGVDC
High School Diploma -
Edinburg High School