Jerry Sandoval
Clayton,NC
Summary
I am a solutions-focused U.S. Navy Veteran with a diverse skill set, ranging from Radiation Safety to Occupational Safety and Health. I have consistently taken on more responsibilities and achieved positive outcomes throughout my career. I am skilled at quickly adapting to new roles and technologies while maintaining effective communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Specialist
Dominion Energy
Raleigh, NC
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted safety inspections of workplace, identified hazards and provided corrective action recommendations.
- Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Provided employees with safety training on emergency response plans, hazardous materials handling, fire prevention and personal protective equipment use.
- Monitored employee work areas for unsafe conditions or practices and took appropriate corrective action when necessary.
- Investigated accidents to determine root cause and develop preventive measures to avoid reoccurrence.
- Performed ergonomic assessments of workstations to identify potential risks associated with repetitive motion injuries.
- Maintained accurate records of all safety-related incidents and investigations in accordance with company policies.
- Conducted regular audits of facility operations to assess adherence to established safety protocols.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from safety inspections and investigations.
- Collaborated with management teams to implement effective strategies for minimizing risk exposure in the workplace.
- Assessed existing processes for potential health or environmental hazards and proposed solutions for improvement.
- Participated in the development of emergency response plans, hazard communication programs, lockout and tagout procedures, confined space entry protocols.
Safety Officer
Town Of Clayton
Clayton, NC
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Manage safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Develop and update existing Safety and Health policies as needed per Federal and State Regulations.
- Maintain adequate supply of approved safety and PPE supplies for work force.
- Conduct regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Conduct safety briefings monthly to inform department heads of updated policies and procedures and review any potential safety hazards.
- Conduct site inspections and audits, recording findings and recommending corrective actions on final reports.
- Organize and coordinated comprehensive and consistent training drills to increase employee safety awareness.
- Supervise safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Investigate, resolved and reported on occurrences documented on employee incident and accident reports.
- Inspect premises and work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity.
- Improve workplace safety and employee productivity by transitioning from manual safety procedures to digital safety management systems.
- Investigate and followed up on incidents to handle workers' comp claims.
- Coordinate off-site medical care and drug and alcohol testing for employees.
- Update and Maintain OSHA 300 and 300A logs.
OSHA Compliance Officer II
State of Hawaii Department of Labor
Honolulu, HI
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Implemented occupational safety and health laws, codes, rules, regulations and standards.
- Inspected company buildings and job sites to identify possible hazardous conditions and immediately remedied these issues with corrective actions.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses or accidents.
- Ordered suspending activities that posed threats to worker health or safety.
- Collected dust, vapor or other potentially toxic material samples for analysis.
- Investigated accidents to identify causes and prevent future incidences.
- Conducted audits at industrial sites and participated in hazardous waste site investigations.
- Investigated reported and identified compliance issues against accepted standards.
- Maintained detailed database of compliance data, activities and actions taken.
- Conducted extensive research to support regulatory findings and control weaknesses.
- Created and managed action plans to mitigate audit discoveries and compliance concerns.
- Stayed abreast of applicable laws and state or federal regulation to report violations.
- Performed fact-finding research by investigating, collecting and analyzing data and compiling in report format.
Radiation Safety Officer
Flowserve
Raleigh, NC
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Utilized safe practices in alignment with company safety program and policies.
- Prepared, administered and measured radioactive isotopes to produce diagnostic scans and images to diagnose and treat diseases.
- Maintained state and federal compliance, facilitated state inspections and spearheaded quality assurance programs to meet state regulation requirements.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Radiographer
Internation Union Of Operating Engineers Local 112
Anderson, IN
01.2014 - 06.2018
- Ensure cassettes are loaded with film prior to conducting exposures.
- Use appropriate math formulas to set boundaries prior to conducting exposures.
- Ensure proper operation of equipment prior to radiographic operations.
- Ensure safety precautions are taken as required by company manual.
- Perform all exposures required for the job at hand.
- Retrieve welder stencils and mark appropriate labels after each weld has been shot.
- Develop the film that has been shot, and assess for and discrepancies.
- Maintain source transportation long, field receipts, and radiation logs
- Ensure company vehicle is properly cleaned and maintained.
Skills Trainer
Trumpet Behavioral Health
Honolulu, HI
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Quickly respond to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Taught special needs children anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social and emotional coping skills, and functional living skills
- Collaborated with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques and both home and school.
- Executed appropriate risk-assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Monitored clients prescribed medications to assess medication effectiveness and side effects.
- Chart and record information into client files.
- Qualified advanced non-violent crisis intervention specialist.
- Performed 22 hours of specialized Autism training.
Armed Security Guard
Hana Security Services
Honolulu, HI
04.2012 - 09.2012
- Served as last line of defense against entry to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH).
- Stood as armed guard at entry control point gates at JBPHH.
- Maintained an hourly log of any events that occurred at the entry control point gates.
- Professionally trained in self-defense to include the use of OC, handcuffing and a police baton.
- Trained in the Escalation of force, pre-conditions, and use of deadly force.
- Conduct searched of vehicles attempting to enter JBPHH.
Damage Controlman /Rescue Swimmer
United States Navy
Honolulu, HI
04.2007 - 04.2011
- Led a repair team through the successful completion of a major U.S. Navy inspection.
- Trained and qualified 765 Sailors in the use of SCBA and firefighting equipment as well as firefighting techniques
- Conducted daily tests of the air onboard the ship to ensure the safety of 197 Sailors.
- Performed daily checks on firefighting equipment to include Halon, Aqueous Film Forming Foam Systems, Repair kits, and SCBA equipment.
- Certified U.S. Navy Search and Rescue Swimmer, ensuring the safety of 197 Sailors.
- Performed 300 Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat rides in the transfer of Senior personnel and perform search missions on nearby boats for illegal substances.
- Monitored engine equipment for any defaults.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ11.2022
Associate of Science - Justice Administration
Hawaii Pacific University
Honolulu, HI2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Southwest High School
El Centro, CA2004
Skills
- Code knowledge in 29 CFR 1926 Construction Standards
- Code knowledge in 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards
- Code knowledge in 10 CFR Part 37 Physical protection of category 1 and category 2 quantities of radioactive materials
- Code knowledge in NUREG2155 Implementation guidance for 10 10 CFR Part 37 Physical protection of category 1 and category 2 quantities of radioactive materials
- Code knowledge in NUREG2166 Physical Security best practices for the protection of risk-significant radioactive material
Accomplishments
- Successfully completed Damage Control school to assist in U.S Navy shipboard firefighting in August 2007.
- Qualified as a United States Navy Search and Rescue Swimmer in August 2008.
- Awarded United States Navy Blue Jacket Sailor of the Quarter for outstanding work within the Hawaii Region in 2008.
- Awarded a United States Navy Letter of Commendation in recognition of outstanding work in 2008.
- Designated as Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist designed to teach all aspects and jobs performed aboard a U.S. Navy ship in February 2010.
- Received an award by the United States Navy for three years of faithful and obedient naval service April 2010.
- Received Command Advancement to the next pay-grade for dedication to the U.S. Navy in 2010.
- Received a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal in recognition of outstanding service in April 2011.
Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Outreach for General Industry
- OSHA- Initial Compliance 1000
- OSHA Safety Hazard Awareness
- OSHA Evaluation of Safety and health Management systems
- First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certified.
- Completed Radiation Safety Officer course
- 10 CFR part 34: 40 Hour Radiation Safety course
- Industrial Radiographer Radiation Safety program Card (IRRSP)
- DOT,NRC, &IATA Requirements for shipping radioactive materials
- Inspection and Maintenance of industrial radiography equipment
Timeline
Safety Specialist
Dominion Energy
10.2023 - Current
Safety Officer
Town Of Clayton
06.2023 - 10.2024
OSHA Compliance Officer II
State of Hawaii Department of Labor
10.2022 - 06.2023
Radiation Safety Officer
Flowserve
08.2018 - 08.2022
Radiographer
Internation Union Of Operating Engineers Local 112
01.2014 - 06.2018
Skills Trainer
Trumpet Behavioral Health
10.2012 - 05.2013
Armed Security Guard
Hana Security Services
04.2012 - 09.2012
Damage Controlman /Rescue Swimmer
United States Navy
04.2007 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate of Science - Justice Administration
Hawaii Pacific University
High School Diploma - undefined
Southwest High School