Jesus Guajardo
Hidalgo,TX
Summary
Highly regarded and bilingual safety and Occupational Health Specialist offering dynamic skills in reporting, communication and organization. Committed to reducing accidents and mishaps through safer workplace environment. Looking to join an organization where my skills are allowed to grow. Facilitating safety work environment to a high degree. I also have extended knowledge in scaffolding , insulation & metal jacketing, and heat tracing departments, allowing me to better understand the general construction field on a wide variety of crafts. Including scaffold builder at the highest level also a competent person and an instructor for competent person. My NCCER credentials are 13347578.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Manager
Insulations LLC.
Port Sulphur , LA
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and standards.
- Conducted regular safety meetings for staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Evaluated workplace environment and equipment to identify potential hazards.
- Investigated incidents of injury or illness to determine root cause and corrective action plans.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure safe working practices are followed.
- Provided training on proper use of PPE and other safety protocols.
- Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with OSHA standards.
- Maintained records of inspection findings, hazard assessments, and corrective actions taken.
- Created reports on health and safety metrics such as accident rates, lost time days.
- Assisted in the development of emergency response plans in case of accidents or disasters.
- Intervened in unsafe situations to prevent injuries or property damage.
- Reviewed incident reports from workers' compensation claims to assess effectiveness of current safety measures.
- Collaborated with management teams to develop strategies that promote safe work practices.
Safety Coordinator
PENNUM
Ingleside , TX
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards.
- Investigated safety incidents and drafted reports detailing results.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Assessed and responded to risks and quickly resolved issues to promote safe and productive workplace.
- Examined hazardous incidents and accidents to uncover causes and provided corrective actions.
- Created and implemented programs, policies and procedures designed to effectively reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards in workplace.
- Responded to emergency situations in most efficient, effective ways possible.
- Supervised safety audits and oversaw investigations into plant quality issues.
- Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling usage of equipment and materials.
- Developed company safety plans to reduce safety problems and associated expenses.
Safety Coordinator
Insulations INC.
Monaca , PA
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Investigated accidents to identify causes and prevent future incidences.
- Orchestrated and led meetings to convey essential safety-related information, address occupational safety inquiries, issues or concerns and promote continuity of training initiatives.
- Spearheaded safety meetings with key members of organization to ascertain methods to improve overall safety for employees.
- Conducted trainings for company employees on safety initiatives to comply with federal regulations.
- Minimized injuries and hazards in regards to personnel with creation of robust safety programs, policies and procedures.
- Provided health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Inspected company buildings and job sites to identify possible hazardous conditions and immediately remedied these issues with corrective actions.
- Developed and updated emergency response procedures.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses or accidents.
- Conducted audits at industrial sites and participated in hazardous waste site investigations.
- Collaborated with engineers to institute controls or remedial measures for potentially hazardous conditions or equipment.
- Developed and maintained noise hygiene programs, continuous air monitoring and ventilation surveys.
- Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
- Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Participated in business safety committee meetings and health and safety audits.
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
- Led teams of risk management and operational personnel in development of hazard analyses and risk assessments.
Scaffold Coordinator
Insulations inc
Houston , TX
12.2018 - 04.2020
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Coordinated with other departments to plan and execute scaffolding tasks in a timely manner.
- Inspected project sites to identify potential hazards related to scaffolding operations.
- Ensured that all necessary materials were available prior to the start of each project.
- Reviewed design plans, drawings and specifications to determine the most suitable type of scaffold needed for each job site.
- Trained personnel on safe work practices when using various types of scaffolds.
- Maintained records of inspections, repairs, modifications or replacements made to existing structures or equipment used in the construction process.
- Collaborated with contractors, engineers and architects throughout the planning stages of a project.
- Resolved problems related to inadequate resources or unexpected changes in construction plans.
- Supervised and coordinated scaffolding activities to ensure safety of workers and accuracy of installations.
Lead Scaffold Builder
Insulations inc.
Houston , TX
10.2015 - 11.2018
- Supervised and coordinated scaffolding activities to ensure safety of workers and accuracy of installations.
- Developed, maintained and enforced policies and procedures for scaffold construction and installation projects.
- Collaborated with contractors, engineers and architects throughout the planning stages of a project.
- Prepared reports summarizing daily activities at assigned job sites.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on all tools and equipment used during construction processes.
- Adhered to OSHA guidelines regarding fall protection systems while working at elevated heights.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors, team members and customers regarding safety protocols.
- Investigated accidents or incidents involving any type of scaffolding equipment.
- Provided guidance on best practices for erecting temporary access platforms.
- Updated inventory logs regularly to track usage rates for different types of scaffolding supplies.
- Safely and accurately built scaffolding in confined spaces like cooling towers.
- Constructed scaffolds in appropriate positions and secured completed structures in place.
Journeyman Scaffold Builder
Brand Safeway
Fredericksburg , VA
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Assembled and erected scaffolding systems with appropriate tools and safety equipment.
- Inspected, maintained and repaired scaffolding components to ensure safety standards were met.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto scaffolds in a safe manner.
- Planned the construction of scaffold structures according to blueprints or drawings.
- Ensured all personnel on site had the proper training to work at height safely.
- Followed job-site safety protocols for working at height as well as other hazardous conditions.
- Provided technical advice to management on best practices for erecting, dismantling and modifying of scaffolding systems.
- Maintained an organized work area by disposing of waste properly and cleaning up after each shift.
- Constructed complex scaffold shapes using various types of materials such as wood, steel, aluminum.
- Installed guardrails, ladders, platforms and walkways in accordance with applicable safety regulations.
- Utilized fall protection equipment when necessary while working at heights greater than 6 feet above ground level.
Education
Certified Safety Technician & Management
Safety Builders & Consultants, LLC
Rio Grande City, TX05.2020
Scaffold Builder V3
Houston Area Safety Council
Houston TX01.2017
Scaffold Instructor
Scaffold Training Institute
League City, TX06-2016
Competent Person
Scaffold Training Institute
League City, TX04.2016
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School
Pharr, TX04.2012
Some College (No Degree) -
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TXSafety
Safety Builders & Consultants
Rio Grande City, TXSkills
- Safety training
- Incident investigations
- Public health
- Hazard reduction
- Work process analysis
- Job safety analysis
- Safety documentation and materials
- Fire and safety guidance
- Safety planning
- Recordkeeping skills
- Emergency situations
Timeline
Safety Manager
Insulations LLC.
01.2024 - Current
Safety Coordinator
PENNUM
11.2022 - 10.2023
Safety Coordinator
Insulations INC.
06.2020 - 10.2022
Scaffold Coordinator
Insulations inc
12.2018 - 04.2020
Lead Scaffold Builder
Insulations inc.
10.2015 - 11.2018
Journeyman Scaffold Builder
Brand Safeway
02.2013 - 03.2015
Certified Safety Technician & Management
Safety Builders & Consultants, LLC
Scaffold Builder V3
Houston Area Safety Council
Scaffold Instructor
Scaffold Training Institute
Competent Person
Scaffold Training Institute
High School Diploma -
Valley View High School
Some College (No Degree) -
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Safety
Safety Builders & Consultants
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