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Kennedy Gray Jr

Florence ,SC

Summary

Dedicated Construction Safety Professional with 5+ years of experience supporting large-scale commercial and data center projects. Proven ability to implement safety programs, conduct incident investigations, and ensure OSHA compliance. Successfully reduced incident rates by 60% through proactive hazard identification, mitigation strategies, and workforce training. Strong electrical background with expertise in high-risk environments including confined space, energized systems, and heavy equipment operations. Recognized for strengthening safety culture and driving consistent compliance across job sites.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Journeyman Electrician

Cleveland Electric
Moncks Corner, SC
01.2025 - Current

•Ensure compliance with safety standards during electrical installations, reducing risk exposure on job sites.

• Apply NFPA 70E practices when working with energized systems, minimizing electrical hazards.

• Support safe work practices in high-risk environments, including confined spaces and elevated work areas.

Construction Safety Officer

Gilcrest Electric
Phoenix, AZ
05.2020 - 12.2024

• Collaborated with management to develop and enforce company-wide safety policies, improving OSHA compliance across projects

• Reduced jobsite incident rate by 60% through proactive hazard identification, analysis, and mitigation strategies

• Conducted thorough accident investigations and implemented corrective actions, preventing recurrence of incidents

• Developed and delivered safety training programs, increasing workforce awareness and accountability

• Coordinated subcontractor safety efforts, ensuring consistent standards across multiple trades and job sites

• Inspected job sites and enforced compliance measures, reducing unsafe conditions and improving overall safety performance

Journeyman Electrician

Eldeco
Greenville, SC
08.2019 - 12.2020
  • Diagnosed electrical issues using specialized testing equipment and tools.
  • Trained junior electricians on safety protocols and best practices in the field.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing project completion timelines and quality standards.
  • Repaired and installed new fixtures, wiring, circuits, and motors.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety procedures while performing electrical installations and maintenance
  • Worked in high-risk environments including trenching and underground systems, ensuring safe execution of tasks
  • Supported compliance efforts by identifying hazards and following established safety protocols

Safety Specialist

Gilcrest Electric
Red Oak, TX
04.2015 - 04.2020
  • Conducted comprehensive safety audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
  • Developed and implemented safety training programs for new employees.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Evaluated incident reports to identify trends and recommend corrective actions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ralph L Fike High School
Wilson, NC
06.2013

Skills

Root Cause Investigation

OSHA Compliance

Hazard Identification

Risk Mitigation

Safety Program Development

Incident Analysis

Jobsite Inspections

Confined Space Oversight

NFPA 70E

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Safety Training

Subcontractor Coordination

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Audits

Certification

•OSHA 30 ( 360 Training)

• OSHA 510 (Mid Atlantic OTI)

• NFPA 70E (2024)

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

• CPR & AED Certified (360 Training)

Timeline

Journeyman Electrician

Cleveland Electric
01.2025 - Current

Construction Safety Officer

Gilcrest Electric
05.2020 - 12.2024

Journeyman Electrician

Eldeco
08.2019 - 12.2020

Safety Specialist

Gilcrest Electric
04.2015 - 04.2020

High School Diploma -

Ralph L Fike High School
Kennedy Gray Jr