JEFFREY GONZALEZ
Mckinleyville,CA
Summary
Experienced safety professional with a solid foundation in occupational health and safety practices. Recognized for developing and implementing highly effective safety programs that promote a culture of safety within organizations. Reliable and adaptable team player committed to collaborating with colleagues to achieve optimal results. Strong skills in regulatory compliance and emergency response, ensuring adherence to industry standards and the ability to handle unforeseen situations with efficiency and effectiveness.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
District Safety Specialist
Caltrans
07.2024 - Current
- Led training courses for employees at all levels.
- Investigated accidents and incidents, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Provided timely guidance and support for employees involved in accidents or near misses, facilitating speedy recovery and return-to-work efforts when appropriate.
- Increased employee awareness of safety protocols by creating engaging educational materials and presentations.
- Wrote reports outlining safety issues and potential correction options.
- Organized regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss ongoing safety initiatives, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
- Created a culture of accountability within the organization by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and fostering open communication among employees regarding concerns or incidents.
- Performed thorough risk assessments for various job functions, implementing controls to minimize potential hazards.
Highway Maintenance Supervisor
Caltrans
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Mentored junior employees through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
Military Working Dog Handler / Trainer
U.S. Marine Corps
02.2010 - 09.2014
- Achieved successful mission outcomes by effectively managing the deployment of MWD teams in various operational environments.
- Maintained high standards of canine care, ensuring optimal health and readiness for all assigned working dogs.
- Developed strong partnerships with local law enforcement agencies, fostering cooperation in joint training exercises and operations.
- Ensured proper utilization of resources by accurately tracking MWD team performance data and adjusting tactics as needed.
- Leveraged strong leadership qualities while supervising the day-to-day activities of subordinate dog handlers within the unit.
- Increased overall effectiveness of MWD teams by sharing knowledge and expertise gained through continuous professional development opportunities.
- Supported safety objectives by providing crowd control and force protection during high-risk missions and events.
Education
BA - Project Management
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ07.2022
AA - Social Sciences
Porterville Community College
Porterville, Ca06.2009
Military Service
- Honorable Discharge
- Top Dog Award (Best K9 Handler)
- Distinguished Honor Graduate
- Good Conduct Medal
Timeline
District Safety Specialist
Caltrans
07.2024 - Current
Highway Maintenance Supervisor
Caltrans
03.2022 - 07.2024
Military Working Dog Handler / Trainer
U.S. Marine Corps
02.2010 - 09.2014
BA - Project Management
University of Arizona
AA - Social Sciences
Porterville Community College