Lonnie Stephenson
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
High-performing professional with substantial experience developing and implementing safety and health programs. Creates safety protocols, conducts hazard assessments and provides education. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and committed to promoting industrial hygiene and environmental health. Seasoned Safety professional versed in creating and promoting company cultures focused on safety. Develops and implements action plans, monitors OSHA compliance and optimizes programs to simplify processes, improve oversight and minimize incidents.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Director of Safety
Adman Electric
01.2020 - Current
- Liaised with management and employees enable smooth communication regarding safety procedures.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Collaborated with operations management to keep equipment in good working order, replace worn items and plan updates.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
- Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
- Developed and implemented safety tracking, training and management programs for [Type] locations.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for safe work practices and comply with regulations.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization.
- Helped to build culture of safety focused on reducing incidents and eliminating hazards.
- Communicated safety performance and progress to management and employees to provide up to date information.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
Electrical Instructor
Chattanooga Electrical JATC
06.2008 - Current
- Established goals for courses with organized outlines and detailed lessons.
- Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
- Planned and documented programs of study meeting individual needs and abilities of students.
- Met training needs with well-organized, factual programs based on contemporary requirements.
- Collaborated with colleagues and improved teaching practices through professional learning communities and student retention meetings.
- Connected instruction to real-world experiences and to students' post-secondary goals.
- Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
- Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
- Optimized instructor and student rapport by sharing personal career path, lessons, reducing obstacles and encouraging participation.
- Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- Supervised students during labs to verify adherence to NEC safety regulations while using electrical tools and equipment.
- Taught multiple courses in electrical concepts, NEC understanding, blueprint reading, circuit wiring and conduit hand bending.
- Educated and provided safe guidance for students during development in electrical theory.
Safety Training Instructor
Adman Electric
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Foreman Electrician
Adman Electric
05.2009 - 01.2020
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Analyzed blueprints to determine where to run wires, install electrical outlets and connect wires to central circuit panels.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
- Read and interpreted electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications for wiring layouts.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and roofs to install electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
Journeyman Electrician
Adman Electric
05.2006 - 05.2009
- Evaluated existing electrical systems for maintenance, repair, and update requirements.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Operated tools according to prescribed safety practices.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
Apprentice Electrician
Adman Electric
05.2000 - 05.2006
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Installed ground leads and connected power cables to equipment.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Completed full apprenticeship program to become qualified Electrician.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sequatchie County High School
Dunlap, TN05.1996
Journeyman Wireman Certification - Electrician
Chattanooga Electrical JATC
Chattanooga, TN05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL10.2024
Skills
- Field Inspection
- Occupational Health Hazards
- Safe Work Methods
- Corrective Actions
- Risk Identification
- Safety Courses
- Health and Safety Practices
- Hazard and Incident Management
- Accident Investigations
- Safety Inspections
- OSHA Standards and Codes
- Preventing Incidents
Certification
- Certified First-Aid/ CPR Instructor, American Red Cross - 2019-Present
- Certified Master Instructor , Electrical Training Alliance - 2016-Present
- Certified Safety Manager, National Association Safety Professionals - 2022-Present
- OSHA 500 Outreach Trainer- 2010-Present
- OSHA 5600 Disaster Site Instructor- 2010-2019
- Certified MEWP Trainer, Genie - 2021-Present
Timeline
Director of Safety
Adman Electric
01.2020 - Current
Safety Training Instructor
Adman Electric
01.2015 - 01.2020
Foreman Electrician
Adman Electric
05.2009 - 01.2020
Electrical Instructor
Chattanooga Electrical JATC
06.2008 - Current
Journeyman Electrician
Adman Electric
05.2006 - 05.2009
Apprentice Electrician
Adman Electric
05.2000 - 05.2006
High School Diploma -
Sequatchie County High School
Journeyman Wireman Certification - Electrician
Chattanooga Electrical JATC
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
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