Jesus Quintero
Downey
Summary
Seasoned EH&S Safety Manager with experience overseeing safety operations on large-scale solar construction projects. Strong background in maintaining compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and client-specific EHS requirements through proactive hazard recognition, incident analysis, and effective safety training. Highly capable in managing high-risk activities, coordinating emergency response procedures, and building a strong safety culture among diverse crews and subcontractors. Proven ability to conduct thorough audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews while maintaining solid client partnerships and delivering clear, actionable safety performance insights. Bilingual leader with a hands-on approach, consistently driving site-wide safety enhancements and reducing risks in fast-paced, evolving work environments.
Overview
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Work History
Safety Manager
Hoplite
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Developed and managed comprehensive safety programs for large-scale solar construction projects, ensuring alignment with OSHA, NFPA, client requirements, and company EHS standards. Drove continuous improvement through audits, feedback, and best-practice implementation.
- Created and distributed detailed Daily Safety Reports; coordinated and led safety stand-downs to address high-risk issues and reinforce site-wide awareness.
- Tracked severe weather conditions and initiated proactive safety stand-downs or site shutdowns when needed, safeguarding personnel and equipment. Prepared emergency action plans for multiple scenarios.
- Performed PPE compliance checks and ensured workers received proper replacements or upgrades to maintain regulatory and safety requirements.
- Facilitated Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and maintained Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for high-risk operations, offering training and guidance on hazard recognition and control.
- Conducted wildlife and environmental hazard assessments; collaborated with project leadership to adjust work activities to avoid hazardous wildlife encounters and ensure environmental compliance.
- Led incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action development, and communicated findings to management and clients.
- Completed daily, weekly, and quarterly safety inspections across all trades, using digital safety platforms to document observations and track follow-up actions.
- Oversaw fire extinguisher programs, equipment inspections, and safety audits for ladders, aerial lifts, tools, and heavy machinery to ensure safe operation.
- Delivered safety training, toolbox talks, and mentorship to crews and subcontractors, supporting a proactive and engaged safety culture.
- Enforced LOTO, arc-flash, and energized-work protocols; monitored the safe operation of cranes, excavators, forklifts, pile drivers, and other heavy equipment.
- Managed traffic control plans, delivery coordination, and material handling to minimize congestion and reduce vehicle-pedestrian risks.
- Served as the primary safety point of contact for clients during walkthroughs, audits, and meetings; prepared and presented safety performance metrics and improvement strategies.
- Maintained organized safety documentation, including SDS, inspection reports, incident logs, and training records, utilizing Microsoft Office and digital safety systems.
- Maintained strong field presence, engaging with crews, identifying hazards, and reinforcing positive safety behaviors across all work areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Downey High School
Downey, CA06-2013
Skills
- Incident investigation
- Implementing policies
- Safety program development
- Hazard identification
- OSHA Compliance
- Team Leadership & Training
- Job Hazard Analysis (JHA
Certification
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- OSHA 510
- First Aid CPR & AED
- 2023 NFPA National Electrical Code Safety trained
- 2024 NFPA 70 E Standard for Electrical Safety trained
- Skidsteer Cert
- Class 7 Rough Terrain Forklift trained
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Safety Manager
Hoplite
09.2025 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
Downey High School