Manuel Gonzalez
Emergency Services Specialist
Brownsville
Summary
Knowledgeable worker with solid background in emergency services. Successfully managed high-pressure situations and provided critical care in various emergency scenarios. Demonstrated ability in quick decision-making and effective communication. Highly trained and safety-focused Emergency Rescue Technician with extensive experience in industrial construction projects, including LNG facilities and offshore modules. Currently serving as part of the Emergency Rescue Team (ERT) at the Rio Grande LNG project, with a proven record in implementing high-risk rescue operations, confined space entry, and rope access techniques. Holds multiple advanced certifications in safety, technical rescue, and emergency response, including CSST, CSSS, CSSO, OSHA 10 & 30, Confined Space Rescue, Tower and Rope Rescue, and FEMA ICS protocols. Skilled in hazard mitigation, incident command systems, and cross-functional collaboration under high-stress conditions. Committed to protecting lives, upholding the highest safety standards, and promoting a proactive safety culture on-site.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
10
10
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Emergency Services Technician
Bechtel
06.2024 - Current
- Snake Certification & Handling
Comprehensive training in hazard recognition, equipment handling, and adherence to industry safety protocols. - Mental Health First Aid – USA
Certified in early identification and intervention for mental health crises, with emphasis on trauma-informed response in high-stress environments. - SALT Mass Casualty Triage (MCI Protocols)
Trained in SALT (Sort, Assess, Lifesaving interventions, Treatment/Transport) methodology for effective prioritization and triage during large-scale casualty incidents. - Boating Safety Course
Certified in maritime safety, including watercraft operation, emergency signaling, man-overboard recovery, and personal flotation device deployment. - Working Over or Near Water
Competent in OSHA-compliant safety protocols and rescue techniques for work conducted above or adjacent to bodies of water. - FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800
Completed core modules of the Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) focused on coordinated emergency response, operational planning, and federal disaster integration. - Confined Space Rescue (NFPA 1006 Compliant)
Hands-on training in entry, hazard mitigation, and victim retrieval from confined and permit-required spaces in industrial settings. - Tower Rescue Training
Specialized in vertical and elevated platform rescue operations using fall protection systems, pulleys, and anchor-based systems. - Rope Rescue Technician (NFPA 1006 / 1670 Level I/II)
Proficient in high-angle rescue, rope-based access, patient packaging, and belay techniques for technical rescue operations. - Promoted a safe work environment among peers by adhering to established protocols for infection control and hazardous materials management.
- Conducted equipment checks daily, ensuring all tools were functional, clean, and ready for use during emergencies.
- Assisted in life-saving interventions, administering first aid, CPR, and defibrillation when necessary.
Rope Access Technician
Loadmaster Industries
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Employed as a multi-disciplined Rope Access Technician assigned to the rope access painting division on a newly constructed LNG jack-up platform.
- Executed high-elevation tasks (up to 45 meters), including surface preparation, blasting, and industrial spray painting of structural modules.
- Later advanced to the rigging department as a Rigger, working under the direct mentorship of a certified rigger on a newly built offshore platform.
- Assisted in a wide range of critical rigging operations, including:
- Installation of derrick wind walls and structural components
- Mounting of air winches, sheaves, and alignment of dolly tracks
- Installation of piping spools ranging from 2” to 16” in diameter
- Placement and securing of electric motors and other mechanical components
- Successfully obtained Rigger Stage One certification and accumulated over 400 documented rigging hours.
- Streamlined work processes by developing innovative solutions for complex rope access challenges
- Played an integral role in quality control efforts for completed projects, ensuring that all work met or exceeded client specifications and expectations.
- Safeguarded the integrity of structures through meticulous inspections using non-destructive testing methods.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between tasks within projects, contributing to the overall effectiveness of workflows in diverse contexts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homer Hanna High School
Brownsville, United States 05.2001 -
Skills
- Technical Rope Access & Rescue Operations: Proficient in high-angle rope access for inspection, maintenance, and painting tasks up to 45m Experienced in vertical rescue, confined space entry and extraction, and tower rescue operations in compliance with NFPA 1006 standards
- Emergency Response & Incident Management: Skilled in triage operations under SALT Mass Casualty protocols Trained in emergency scene command systems (FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800) Adept at coordinating with Emergency Rescue Teams in high-risk industrial settings
- Occupational Safety & Risk Mitigation: Hands-on experience applying CSST, CSSS, CSSO, and OSHA 10/30 standards on active job sites Focused on hazard recognition, mitigation, and implementation of site-specific safety plans and rescue procedures
- Confined Space & Water Safety: Certified and actively engaged in rescue procedures in confined spaces and environments over/near water Knowledgeable in boating safety and water-rescue coordination
- Mental Health & First Aid Support: Certified in Mental Health First Aid USA, CPR, AED, and First Aid Capable of supporting physical and psychological emergencies in industrial and high-stress environments
- Team Leadership & Communication: Effective communicator in bilingual (English/Spanish) teams Able to coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams including safety, engineering, and medical staff Focused on building a safety-first culture through example and training
- Fire suppression
- Fracture stabilization
- Incident command system
- Water rescue
- Radio communication
- Wound care
Certification
Rope access technician
Timeline
Emergency Services Technician
Bechtel
06.2024 - Current
Rope Access Technician
Loadmaster Industries
08.2022 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Homer Hanna High School
05.2001 -
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