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Kawana L. Jones

Destrehan,La

Summary

Results-oriented safety professional with a proven track record in implementing effective safety practices. Highly skilled in fostering strong communication and collaboration within teams to achieve safety objectives and enhance service delivery. Committed to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement in safety standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bus Driver

Baker Industrial
Port Sulfur, La
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Safely transport employees to and from parking lot as well as work areas through the day
  • Adhering to Department of Transportation (DOT) rules, regulations, and guidelines
  • Complete daily pre- and post-trip inspection and maintain inspection reports
  • Inspected vehicles and checked gas, oil and water levels prior to departure.
  • Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.

Crash Attenuator Truck Driver

Zachary Group
Port Sulfur, La
01.2023 - 04.2024
  • Safely operate commercial truck while driving and maneuvering in heavy traffic protecting the street sweepers
  • Adhering to Department of Transportation (DOT) rules, regulations and guidelines
  • Complete and maintain daily pre and post trip inspections
  • Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
  • Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.

Billing Specialist

Mastec Communication Group
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Input data into Oracle, Pull data/documents from ACAS
  • Process jobs and bill in Oracle/ACAS
  • Send/receive emails
  • Sync budgets, upload documents into Oracle
  • Keep track with Invoices and process them upon approval
  • Create Pivot tables for jobs
  • Work with PM and Subcontractors on jobs, Invoices and billing/closing out jobs

Safety Administrative Assistant

Kyyba Staffing, BASF
Geismar, LA
11.2018 - 09.2021
  • Maintained accurate records of safety-related activities, such as inspections, incident reports, and employee training
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA standards and regulations
  • Ensured the company was in compliant with regulatory standards and OSHA regulations
  • Organized and administered morning safety toolbox meetings
  • Collaborated with operations to promote a safety-first culture
  • Conducted regular safety inspections
  • Investigated all accidents, incidents and near misses as well as conducting safety audits
  • Organized monthly safety committee meetings to discuss current issues affecting personnel health and safety.

Seasonal Bus Driver Foreman

River Parish Contractors
Norco, La
08.2018 - 10.2018
  • Assign and monitor buses and drivers on daily basis
  • Assign route and pick up of workers
  • Conduct routine pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe bus operation
  • Maintained records regarding pickups and drop off workers
  • Adhered to all DOT rules and regulations
  • Making sure all basic maintenance of buses is taken care of, as well as well as keeping busses clean
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules
  • Obeyed federal, state and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes
  • Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism
  • Maintained positive passenger relations with orderly bus environments and clear announcements for each stop

Safety Administrative

Universal Solutions, Marathon Refinery
Garyville, La
11.2017 - 07.2018
  • Assisted with the development and maintenance of safety programs, including policies, training, and ergonomics
  • Ensured the organization was compliant with regulatory standards and OSHA regulations
  • Conducted regular safety inspections
  • Investigated all accidents, incidents and near misses to determine their root causes, and recommended corrective actions to prevent future occurrences
  • Provided safety training for employees, including hazard recognition, safe work practices, and emergency response procedures
  • Ensured all personnel wore appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and followed safety protocols
  • Conducted daily site inspections identifying potential hazards ensuring all safety measures were in place and properly maintained

Safety Administrator

Safeway Scaffolding, Basin Electric Power Plant
Wheatland, WY
02.2016 - 09.2017
  • Collaborated with operators to enhance workplace safety.
  • Implemented company regulations.
  • Prepared thoroughly for unannounced regulatory reviews.
  • Completed incident reports and conducted investigations; forwarded reports to respective personnel.
  • Conducted on-site inspections to audit physical conditions and safe work practices
  • Ensured company maintained constant adherence to safety regulations.
  • Conducted mass briefings focused on preventing occupational accidents.
  • Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations
  • Provided instructions to staffers during fire drills and emergency evacuations
  • Developed safety training procedures and authored manuals for distribution to Education Certifications staff members
  • Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards
  • Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency
  • Educated employees on proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.

Education

Diploma -

Destrehan High School
Destrehan, La
05.1993

Skills

  • Process optimization
  • Office administration
  • Scheduling
  • Project Management
  • Purchase orders organization
  • Expense reporting
  • Administrative support
  • Time management
  • Payroll, Billing and Budgeting
  • 65 WPM typing speed
  • Performance improvement
  • Invoicing Processing
  • OSHA Compliance

Certification

  • Class B CDL, P S H
  • Property Adjuster
  • First Aid

Personal Information

Title: 

Safety Administrative Assistant

Timeline

Bus Driver

Baker Industrial
07.2024 - 10.2024

Crash Attenuator Truck Driver

Zachary Group
01.2023 - 04.2024

Billing Specialist

Mastec Communication Group
02.2022 - 01.2023

Safety Administrative Assistant

Kyyba Staffing, BASF
11.2018 - 09.2021

Seasonal Bus Driver Foreman

River Parish Contractors
08.2018 - 10.2018

Safety Administrative

Universal Solutions, Marathon Refinery
11.2017 - 07.2018

Safety Administrator

Safeway Scaffolding, Basin Electric Power Plant
02.2016 - 09.2017

Diploma -

Destrehan High School

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