JOEL P. TIPPETTS
American Fork,UT
Summary
Experienced professional collaborating with diverse personalities in various industries to achieve shared objectives and build relationships based on trust and respect. Creative and optimistic leader dedicated to improving safety measures, optimizing operational efficiency, and providing exceptional service to clients and customers.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional EHS Manager
Won-Door
09.2022 - Current
- Promoted a strong safety culture through consistent communication and reinforcement of EHS policies.
- Delivered comprehensive employee training sessions, covering topics such as hazard identification, proper use of PPE, and emergency response procedures.
- Improved regional EHS compliance by conducting thorough audits and implementing corrective actions.
Safety & DOT Manager
Steelworx Industrial Group, LLC
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Direct the performance of Steelworx safety program and regulatory compliance. Coordinate safety training pertaining to OSHA, EPA and DOT regulations for all Steelworx employees. Oversee and maintain vehicle and driver compliance regarding all DOT regulations. Reported on Steelworx health and safety performance and it’s impacts on our employees and customers to owners and division presidents.
- Developed and implemented policies and best practices for an FMCSA, DOT compliant program for the new Logistics Division and for all employees operating company owned vehicles leading to a successful FMCSA New Entrant Audit.
- Established and restructured training programs, onboarding processes and policies in regards to the health and safety of Steelworx employees and sub-contractors in an effort to improve our employee’s awareness, communication and safety, resulting in a dramatic reduction in workplace incidents and an increase in new work opportunities.
- Provided EHS consulting services from September 2022 - December 2023
Safety Manager
Industrial Constructors/Managers Inc.
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Created an online New Employee Orientation onboarding process. This provided new hires with important information regarding company safety policies and expectations more quickly, saving time and money on the production and administrative side of things. This led to a safer work environment with employees educated about work requirements prior to starting work.
- Initiated a pre-job “Stretch and Flex” program throughout the entire company leading to a reduction in soft tissue injuries and greater awareness of individuals’ physical condition.
- Lead the safety requirements for projects. Serve as a safety resource for questions that arise from the ICM project leadership or subcontractors. Participate in pre-construction safety meetings to support the projects. Conduct job site audits with the goal of improving employee safety by identifying unsafe conditions. Develop plans to correct any noncompliance issues and unsafe work conditions. Conduct various safety trainings to support project needs. Support safety culture development by leading by example and developing a professional working relationship with all project employees.
- Assisted in developing and growing a safety culture at ICM by promoting self-assessments audits, safety incentive rewards and creating lunches with team leadership and crews to discuss what is working well and where the company can improve.
Rentals Coordinator
Clean Harbors Surface Rentals
04.2017 - 01.2019
- Responsible for accurately tracking the condition, maintenance schedules, availability & repair status of all equipment in the western U.S. region. Lead project management and logistical operations. Responsible for regions annual, quarterly and weekly financial forecasts and budgets. Generate all initial invoices for our customers. Track all costs and charges associated with each of our sites. Generate various reports for sales, management and safety teams from data collected through custom generated forms.
- Reduced the accounts receivable period 50%. This lead to less billing discrepancies, increased fiscal clarity and greater cash flow.
- Created new hazard id procedure which eliminated lost submissions, increased awareness, provided greater clarity and resulted in quicker resolution times.
- Accurately tracked equipment conditions leading to quicker response times to customers’ needs and less last-minute rushes.
Drilling Fluid Recovery Engineer
Clean Harbors Surface Rentals
04.2013 - 04.2017
- Refined and recovered drilling fluid in the Rocky Mountain Region. Engaged with many third-party companies on site to accomplish job site goals. Created strong working relationships with customers based on trust and reliability. Created, trained and adhered to company policies and procedures regarding operations, equipment maintenance, refining practices and safety standards.
- Decreased pump replacement cost $20K annually per drilling rig by creating new equipment maintenance practices that increased the dependability & longevity of pumps.
- Pioneered and refined new methods of processing drilling fluid back to water reducing costs by $75K annually per drilling rig.
- Reduced chemical costs by 35% annually per drilling rig by implementing a new polymer hydration process.
Endoscopy Lab Technician
Intermountain Healthcare
10.2010 - 04.2013
- Assisted patients, nurses and physicians in a variety of endoscopic procedures. Worked closely with managers to oversee technician operations and increase patient outcomes. Managed the maintenance, inventory and repairs for over $1 million dollars’ worth of endoscopic equipment.
- Awarded Tech of the Year for training staff on department policies, procedures & CPR, generating log systems implemented region wide that contributed to successful audits.
- Designed a tech-tier certification/salary program based on acquired skills and experience designed to reward and encourage employees to master essential skills.
- Negotiated better contracts with vendors for supplies and equipment used during procedures which resulted in an annual savings of 15%.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05-2010
Skills
- Procedure Development
- Goal-driven safety outcomes
- OSHA and DOT Compliance
- Commitment to safety and efficiency
- Effective communication
- Hazard identification
- Adaptability
- Lockout/tagout compliance
- Incident investigation
- Effective machine guarding practices
- Developing effective partnerships
- Safety compliance auditing
Certification
- 2013: SAFELAND Certified, OSHA 10 General Industry & Construction Industry
- 2019: OSHA 30 Construction Industry
- 2019: OSHA 510 Construction Industry
- 2019: EM385 Competent Person Fall Protection
- 2023: American Red Cross Adult First Aid/ CPR/AED Trained
- 2023: American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certified
- 2024: Renewed OSHA 30 Construction Industry
- 2025: Currently Preparing to take ASP Exam
Timeline
Regional EHS Manager
Won-Door
09.2022 - Current
Safety & DOT Manager
Steelworx Industrial Group, LLC
08.2021 - 12.2023
Safety Manager
Industrial Constructors/Managers Inc.
01.2019 - 08.2021
Rentals Coordinator
Clean Harbors Surface Rentals
04.2017 - 01.2019
Drilling Fluid Recovery Engineer
Clean Harbors Surface Rentals
04.2013 - 04.2017
Endoscopy Lab Technician
Intermountain Healthcare
10.2010 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science -
University of Utah
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