Jose Gomez
Hanover Park,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Safety Director brings extensive construction background and specialized experience on challenging projects. Smoothly leads team members to meet goals, maximize performance, and maintain important safety standards. Knowledgeable about applicable codes and industry best practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Director
Kinsale Contracting Group
WESTMONT, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Promoted culture of safety dedicated to maintaining maximum productivity.
- Analyzed accident trends and recommended corrective action measures accordingly.
- Monitored hazardous materials storage areas for safe conditions.
- Conducted safety audits of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and corrective actions needed.
- Advised management on regulatory requirements pertaining to occupational safety and health matters.
- Worked with operations leadership to maintain safe and effective protective gear.
- Participated in incident investigations to document facts surrounding the event.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Trained personnel in proper safety practices and conducted safety orientations for new employees.
- Performed periodic reviews of PPE inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies were available at all times.
- Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and programs for the organization.
- Inspected fire extinguishers, emergency lights, sprinkler systems, alarms, ladders, lifts. to ensure they are functioning properly.
- Compiled monthly reports detailing key performance indicators such as injury rates, inspection results.
- Assisted with developing training materials related to workplace health and safety topics.
- Reviewed job sites regularly to identify potential hazards or unsafe working conditions.
- Conducted regular site inspections for potential environmental impacts from operations activities.
- Maintained records of workers' compensation claims and other related documents.
- Maintained adequate supply of approved safety and PPE supplies for work force.
- Conducted safety briefings at beginning and end of shifts to inform crews of daily task safety hazards.
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Investigated, resolved and reported on occurrences documented on employee incident and accident reports.
- Coordinated off-site medical care and drug and alcohol testing for employees.
- Investigated and followed up on incidents to handle workers' comp claims.
- Conducted safety training or education programs to demonstrate use of safety equipment.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Inspected specified areas to verify presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies.
- Maintained and updated emergency response plans or procedures.
- 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.
- Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
- Analyzed incident data to identify trends in injuries, illnesses and accidents.
Construction Supervisor
Kinsale Contracting Group
WESTMONT, IL
11.2017 - 01.2022
- Inspected daily construction to determine project progress, contract compliance and safety.
- Monitored construction progress, communicated project updates and identified potential problems or delays.
- Inspected finished projects to guarantee quality control compliance.
- Conducted daily site inspections to ensure safety regulations were being adhered to.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were strictly followed at all times throughout the duration of the project.
- Supervised personnel on-site providing guidance when needed while monitoring their work performance.
- Supervised crew to facilitate top quality and achievement of project milestones.
- Prepared regular reports outlining progress made on each project for management review.
- Mentored field personnel in executing tasks to complete projects on time and under budget.
- Tracked material usage and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
- Reported to Project Managers with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of productivity among workers.
- Reviewed plans, blueprints and drawings for accuracy of measurements and specifications.
- Assigned tasks to subcontractors and monitored their performance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Mitigated risk, coordinating plans and specifications to ensure safety and OSHA compliance.
- Sustained safety protocols and budget controls by maintaining proper and cost-effective equipment and materials usage.
- Ordered necessary tools, equipment, machinery and resources required by workers in order to complete projects successfully.
- Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling and usage of equipment and materials.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers and other professionals regarding design changes and adaptations on-site.
- Created weekly schedules and daily workflows to support adequate project coverage.
- Developed effective strategies for dealing with difficult situations such as weather delays or labor shortages.
- Led safety training and daily meetings to update teams and reduce hazards.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
- Conferred with senior management, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss project goals and problem solve.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
- Assigned rotating work schedules to maximize coverage and maintain productivity.
Construction Laborer
Kinsale Contracting Group
WESTMONT, IL
09.2007 - 11.2017
- Loaded and unloaded building materials, tools, and machinery.
- Operated a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks such as sawing, drilling, hammering, and excavating.
- Performed general clean-up activities onsite including sweeping and disposing of debris.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and guidelines.
- Removed rubble and other debris at construction sites using wheelbarrows or other equipment.
- Unloaded trucks with supplies for construction projects.
- Erected scaffolding according to job specifications.
- Set up ladders or temporary platforms used in construction projects.
- Cleaned up hazardous materials such as asbestos or lead paint during demolition projects.
- Carried tools and equipment between job sites as required.
- Inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment used onsite.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Operated skid steer to clear debris and brush from construction sites.
- Inspected machines before use to ensure safe operation and compliance with safety regulations.
Education
GED -
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL02-2014
Skills
- Construction Safety
- Occupational Health
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hazard Identification
- Program Reviews
- Staff Training
- Safety Training
- OSHA Compliance
- Blueprints
- Worksite Safety
- Fall Protection
- Site Inspection
- Attention to Detail
- Hand and Power Tools
- Equipment Operation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- First Aid Training
Certification
- OSHA 145 HOUR SAFETY ADMINISTRATOR
- OSHA 30 HOUR
- OSHA RECORD KEEPING AND REPORTING
- DEMOLITION SAFETY
- CERTIFIED LEAD WORKER
- CERTIFIED ASBESTOS WORKER
- ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS TECHNIQUES
- CERTRIFIED EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SKID STEER, AERIAL LIFT, FORK LIFT
- FIRST AID/CPR/AED
- FLAGGER
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Safety Director
Kinsale Contracting Group
01.2022 - Current
Construction Supervisor
Kinsale Contracting Group
11.2017 - 01.2022
Construction Laborer
Kinsale Contracting Group
09.2007 - 11.2017
GED -
College of DuPage