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Kelshall Rivas Jr

Dayton

Summary

Motivated and energetic professional with 14+ years of experience in materials and equipment coordination within the Refinery Industry, specializing in Mechanical crafts and Safety. Demonstrates excellent character, integrity, and adaptability. Strong background in safety management, risk assessment, incident investigation, and regulatory compliance. Dedicated to fostering a culture of safety and team collaboration while achieving results in dynamic environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Site Safety Manager

Ohmstede Industrial Services
03.2020 - 06.2025
  • Coordinated regular toolbox talks, reinforcing key safety concepts among employees on a consistent basis.
  • Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by holding individuals responsible for their safety performance and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
  • Conducted thorough investigations into workplace incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Mentored junior safety personnel, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a strong commitment to workplace safety throughout the organization.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing site-wide health and safety performance metrics over time.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations, conducting regular audits and addressing non-compliance issues promptly.
  • Collaborated with project managers to develop and implement site-specific safety plans for various projects.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing complex projects safely by promoting collaboration and effective communication among team members.

Field Safety Technician

Ohmstede Industrial Services
10.2019 - 10.2019
  • Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Developed targeted education materials to address specific safety concerns within the workplace environment.
  • Enhanced employee understanding of emergency response protocols through hands-on training sessions.
  • Served as a liaison between the company and regulatory agencies during inspections or audits.
  • Provided ongoing support and guidance to employees, fostering a culture of safety awareness and prevention.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by conducting thorough audits of work sites.

Mechanical Foreman Supervisor

Ohmstede Industrial Services
05.2018 - 07.2018
  • Under direction of General Foreman, works with and supervises skilled mechanics and other personnel in a manner that will provide for efficient maintenance equipment included in work scope.
  • Work proficiently with other contractors and divisions (QC, Safety) to establish best practices for execution of efficient work.
  • Monitors and evaluates maintenance and mechanic programs and schedules

Material Coordinator

Ohmstede Industrial Services
05.2017 - 05.2018
  • Coordinates and expedites flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between sections or departments, according to production and shipping schedules or department priorities, and compiles and maintains manual or computerized records
  • Reviews production schedules and related information and confers with department supervisors to determine material requirements to identify overdue materials and to track material.
  • Inspects Mechanical Equipment for needed repairs and maintenance

Boilermaker Mechanic

Starcon
05.2017 - 05.2018
  • Examine boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and vats to locate defects such as leaks, weak spots, and defective sections so that they can be repaired.
  • Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automatic-control mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines.
  • Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints

Boilermaker Mechanic

Ohmstede Industrial Services
04.2017 - 05.2017
  • Examine boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, and vats to locate defects such as leaks, weak spots, and defective sections so that they can be repaired.
  • Inspect and repair boiler fittings, such as safety valves, regulators, automatic-control mechanisms, water columns, and auxiliary machines.
  • Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints

Material Coordinator

JV Industrial
04.2017 - 05.2017
  • Coordinates and expedites flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between sections or departments, according to production and shipping schedules or department priorities, and compiles and maintains manual or computerized records

Foreman Supervisor

Starcon
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • The tools, materials and standard practices of the building trades, maintenance and mechanical industries
  • Use good judgment in planning and emergency response to building and maintenance issues.
  • Utilize computer systems including email, work order systems, and other basic computer programs used in the area of responsibility.

Boilermaker

JV Industrial
01.2013 - 04.2014
  • Leaned pipefitting and material and equipment used in the field
  • Had diversity in working in multiple chemical pants and their processes
  • Has the pleasure of reporting to multiple people when assisted in other plants and had no problem adapting to their policies and procedures

Boilermaker

Repcon
01.2012 - 06.2012
  • Performed basic duties that are required of a Boilermaker
  • Learned of the danger and procedures from within the Alky unit
  • Gained knowledge of rigging for daily work
  • Knowledge of Personal Protection Equipment and tools

Boilermaker

Brock
08.2011 - 01.2012
  • Used basic fireproofing materials and fall protection
  • Align structures or plate sections to assemble boiler frame tanks or vats, following blueprints
  • Direct cleaning of boilers and boiler furnaces

Education

Texas Lutheran University
Seguin, TX

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Weslaco High School
Weslaco, TX
01.2000

Skills

    Worked along side Project Manager as well as other Site Safety Managers to create a work place that focused on efficient, safe work on a task by task basis

    Helped in the development of contractor job safety plans and ventilation plans for various Maintenance and Turnaround work on site

    Coordinated incident response and maintained client relations

    Delivered key safety updates and procedures

Timeline

Site Safety Manager

Ohmstede Industrial Services
03.2020 - 06.2025

Field Safety Technician

Ohmstede Industrial Services
10.2019 - 10.2019

Mechanical Foreman Supervisor

Ohmstede Industrial Services
05.2018 - 07.2018

Material Coordinator

Ohmstede Industrial Services
05.2017 - 05.2018

Boilermaker Mechanic

Starcon
05.2017 - 05.2018

Boilermaker Mechanic

Ohmstede Industrial Services
04.2017 - 05.2017

Material Coordinator

JV Industrial
04.2017 - 05.2017

Foreman Supervisor

Starcon
01.2014 - 01.2017

Boilermaker

JV Industrial
01.2013 - 04.2014

Boilermaker

Repcon
01.2012 - 06.2012

Boilermaker

Brock
08.2011 - 01.2012

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Weslaco High School

Texas Lutheran University