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Kenneth Hawkins

Kenneth Hawkins

Seminole,Tx

Summary

Determined professional with experience in safety management and regulatory compliance. Proven track record of success in identifying and mitigating risks and reducing workplace accidents. Excellent ability to analyze, develop and implement safety policies and procedures.

Knowledgeable Safety Specialist well-versed in developing and managing safety procedures in multiple environments. Focused on maximizing worker safety with a hands-on and proactive approach. Desiring a new professional challenge with Constellation Energy .

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Specialist

Legacy Safety
06.2022 - Current
  • Implemented safety policies, procedures and programs according to government regulations and industry standards
  • Monitored compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety
  • Assisted in developing emergency response plans including evacuation routes, first aid kits and fire extinguishers
  • Verified compliance with OSHA and other government safety regulations

Safety Specialist

DXP
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Implemented safety policies, procedures and programs according to government regulations and industry standards
  • Monitored compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety
  • Developed safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment

Operator

Occidental Petroleum
01.2007 - 10.2019
  • Followed all safety protocols and procedures
  • Reported any problems or malfunctions with machines or tools immediately upon discovery
  • Ensured timely completion of all production tasks
  • Collaborated with operators as part of team, keeping projects on task
  • Adhered to safety regulations while operating equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards
  • Performed preventative maintenance on machines to ensure proper functioning

Operator

Hawks Steam Cleaning
01.1998 - 01.2007
  • Followed all safety protocols and procedures
  • Reported any problems or malfunctions with machines or tools immediately upon discovery
  • Ensured timely completion of all production tasks
  • Performed preventative maintenance on machines to ensure proper functioning

Correctional Officer

GEO Group
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Demonstrated ability to handle difficult inmates in a professional and effective manner
  • Maintained order within the facility by conducting searches, shakedowns, head counts and pat downs as necessary
  • Developed excellent communication skills to de-escalate potentially volatile situations

Education

Associates of Science - Criminal Justice

New Mexico Junior College
Hobbs, NM
05.1999

High School Diploma - undefined

Hobbs High School
Hobbs, NM
05.1993

Skills

  • Noise Control
  • Respiratory Protection
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Lockout and Tagout Procedures
  • Fall Protection
  • Risk Assessment
  • Safety Training
  • Ventilation requirements
  • Hazard identification
  • Confined space entry
  • Incident reporting
  • Safety training
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Hazards management
  • Fall protection

Certification

  • SCBA Certified
  • H2S certified
  • CPR Certified
  • Norm Certified
  • Benzine Certified
  • 40 Hours Hazwoper Training
  • Equipment Technician Level 2
  • Millwright Level 3
  • Rigger-Personal protection equipment
  • Compression-Respiratory Protections
  • Fall Protections
  • Forklift, Manlift, Aerial lift operator and instructor
  • Mechanic: Pump, jet engine, compressor
  • Lockout/Tagout
  • Forklift operator
  • Skid Steer Trained

Timeline

Safety Specialist

Legacy Safety
06.2022 - Current

Safety Specialist

DXP
06.2021 - 06.2022

Operator

Occidental Petroleum
01.2007 - 10.2019

Operator

Hawks Steam Cleaning
01.1998 - 01.2007

Correctional Officer

GEO Group
01.1996 - 01.1998

High School Diploma - undefined

Hobbs High School

Associates of Science - Criminal Justice

New Mexico Junior College
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