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Joshua Cole

Summary

Safety Manager with comprehensive background in safety management and track record of implementing effective safety protocols. Successfully led initiatives to reduce workplace incidents and enhance compliance with safety regulations. Demonstrated expertise in hazard assessment and emergency response planning.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Manager

Zachry Group
10.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with management to develop company-wide safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
  • Developed and implemented safety programs.
  • Inspected job sites and facilities to detect potential health hazards and put corrective measures immediately into effect.
  • Developed and executed training programs for employees, improving overall safety awareness and compliance.
  • Championed a positive safety culture by promoting employee involvement in health and safety initiatives.
  • Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by implementing comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits.
  • Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
  • Streamlined incident reporting processes for accurate documentation and data-driven decision making.
  • Promoted worksite safety by implementing enhanced lockout and tagout maintenance processes.
  • Engaged with workforce through safety committees, promoting open dialogue and continuous improvement.
  • Conducted detailed safety audits to identify potential hazards, leading to safer work environment.

Safety Facilitator

Zachry Group
11.2022 - 10.2024
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing corrective actions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify potential hazards and develop strategies for mitigation.
  • Coached managers on effective leadership techniques to promote employee engagement in safety initiatives.
  • Assisted in the development of company-wide safety policies, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
  • Smart Focus Champion
  • Kept training up to date and tracked in the training matrix.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between employees and management regarding safety concerns, fostering a collaborative approach to problem solving.
  • Promoted a culture of safety awareness through consistent communication and reinforcement of best practices.


Labor Foreman

Zachry Group
04.2017 - 11.2022
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Oversaw the hiring process for labor crews, selecting skilled workers who contributed to overall project success.
  • Maximized equipment utilization by scheduling regular maintenance checks and promptly addressing any malfunctions detected during these assessments.
  • Mitigated potential delays by proactively addressing potential issues before they escalated into larger problems.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.

Salvage Crew and Trainer

Zachry Group
10.2015 - 04.2017
  • Operate equipment safely
  • Train Employees on how to inspect and safely operate equipment
  • Safely dispose of plant waste including hazardous chemicals and contaminated metal

Salvage Crew

Mark III
07.2013 - 10.2015
  • Inspected fire extinguishers, GFCI outlets and area housekeeping
  • Monitored atmospheric conditions for entrants in a confined space
  • Operate equipment safely
  • Audit fellow employees on JSA and safe work practices
  • Waterblaster

Delivery Driver

Dominos of Ellensburg
04.2012 - 08.2012
  • Accident free driving over the duration of my employment

Seafood Clerk

Fred Meyer
06.2011 - 04.2012
  • Cut meat and fish daily, without an accident

Crew Member

McDonald's
11.2010 - 06.2011
  • Trained new employees in the kitchen
  • Helped take inventory of products in store

Can loader

Trident Seafood's (Seasonal)
07.2010 - 08.2010
  • Loaded cans of salmon into a pressure cooker

Litter Crew

Kittitas County Solid Waste (Seasonal)
07.2009 - 09.2009
  • Picked up debris from the side of county roads

Education

Wind Turbine Technician Diploma - Deans List

Northwest Renewable Energy Institute
Vancouver, WA
02.2013

High School Diploma -

Ellensburg High School
Ellensburg, WA
06-2009

Skills

  • CPR /First Aid certification and OSHA 10 certified
  • Proficient in safe driving practices
  • Equipment trainer
  • HAZWOPER 24 hour certified
  • HAZWOPER 24 hour trainer
  • Incident investigation
  • Safety program development
  • Hazard identification
  • OSHA 30 certification

Timeline

Safety Manager

Zachry Group
10.2024 - Current

Safety Facilitator

Zachry Group
11.2022 - 10.2024

Labor Foreman

Zachry Group
04.2017 - 11.2022

Salvage Crew and Trainer

Zachry Group
10.2015 - 04.2017

Salvage Crew

Mark III
07.2013 - 10.2015

Delivery Driver

Dominos of Ellensburg
04.2012 - 08.2012

Seafood Clerk

Fred Meyer
06.2011 - 04.2012

Crew Member

McDonald's
11.2010 - 06.2011

Can loader

Trident Seafood's (Seasonal)
07.2010 - 08.2010

Litter Crew

Kittitas County Solid Waste (Seasonal)
07.2009 - 09.2009

Wind Turbine Technician Diploma - Deans List

Northwest Renewable Energy Institute

High School Diploma -

Ellensburg High School

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