Joe Valverde
Odessa
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in safety supervision and emergency response. Excelled at HZ Services by promoting a safety-first culture and reducing workplace injuries through meticulous hazard identification and safety program development. Skilled in emergency response planning and fostering team collaboration. Proven track record in enhancing safety standards and training efficacy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Supervisor
HZ Services
03.2024 - Current
- Promoted a safety-first culture by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to staff members.
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
- Analyzed onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
Instructor
Odessa College
03.2021 - 01.2024
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
Paramedic
Odessa Fire Rescue
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
Firefighter
Odessa Fire Rescue
03.2019 - 01.2024
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Assisted in the containment of hazardous materials spills, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
Education
Associate's Degree - OSHA
Odessa College
Odessa, TX12-2026
No Degree - Emergency Medical Services
Odessa College
Odessa, TX12-2020
High School Diploma -
Odessa High School
Odessa, TX05-2018
Skills
- Safety program development
- Hazard identification
- Confined space entry
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Emergency response planning
- Personal protective equipment
- Chemical handling
- Incident reporting
- Traffic control
- First aid administration
- Respiratory protection
Accomplishments
One of the youngest paramedics in OFR history with me becoming a lead paramedic before the age OF 21.
Received Rookie of the Year for out working my fellow colleagues and showing determination on emergency scenes
Trained in hazmat awareness, CPR/first-aid, incident control, and safety awareness.
Certification
OSHA 10
Hazmat Awareness
Rope Rescue level 1
PALS, ACLS, GEMS, CPR/ First-Aid
Timeline
Safety Supervisor
HZ Services
03.2024 - Current
Instructor
Odessa College
03.2021 - 01.2024
Paramedic
Odessa Fire Rescue
01.2021 - 01.2024
Firefighter
Odessa Fire Rescue
03.2019 - 01.2024
OSHA 10
Hazmat Awareness
Rope Rescue level 1
PALS, ACLS, GEMS, CPR/ First-Aid
Associate's Degree - OSHA
Odessa College
No Degree - Emergency Medical Services
Odessa College
High School Diploma -
Odessa High School
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