Martin Bravo
Fallbrook,CA
Summary
Safety-oriented EHS Hazmat technician with 2+ years of hazardous substance containment. Well-versed in effectively removing hazards and cleaning contaminated areas to restore safety. Resourceful and flexible with strong proficiency in categorizing, segregating, consolidating, and packing Hazardous waste. Thoughtful and safety inspections of hazardous waste storage areas and generator sites. Assisting with identifying hazards regarding proper storage and disposal of hazardous waste per county, state, and federal regulations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
EHS Senior Hazardous Materials Technician
UCSD
08.2022 - Current
- Minimized hazardous waste by implementing proper storage, handling, and disposal techniques.
- Improved safety measures by conducting regular inspections of hazardous material storage areas.
- Enhanced emergency response capabilities with comprehensive training on spill containment procedures.
- Safeguarded employees and the environment through meticulous documentation of hazardous materials usage, storage, and disposal records.
- Streamlined hazardous waste management processes for increased efficiency in waste removal operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop site-specific emergency response plans for potential chemical spills or releases.
- Assisted in maintaining regulatory compliance by conducting routine audits of facility''s hazardous materials inventory and reporting requirements.
- Provided ongoing technical support to other personnel regarding proper handling, labeling, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Ensured smooth operations during planned shutdowns or maintenance activities involving the safe removal of hazardous substances from equipment or systems.
- Supported the development and implementation of innovative solutions for waste reduction, recycling, or disposal methods compliant with environmental regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on current industry trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in hazardous materials handling technology to provide informed guidance to colleagues and management.
- Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach.
- Executed safe handling to minimize exposure to internal and external hazardous material with precautious measures.
- Cleaned up biohazards and industrial waste by carefully following optimal safety protocols.
- Maintained inspection-ready manifest documentation for review by supervisor.
- Maximized protections by accurately labeling hazardous waste containers in line with environmental and safety requirements.
- Moved and loaded drums and containers weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Collected and disposed of hazardous waste produced in businesses across [Location].
- Prepared containers for long-distance shipping and coordinated transportation with contractors.
- Audited hazardous waste weekly to assist with pick-up scheduling and maintain necessary safety controls.
- Arranged pick-ups, managed documentation and reported quantities of waste to help coordinators make appropriate planning decisions.
- Sampled and characterized waste to generate accurate materials profiles.
- Adhered to all defined safety protocols, company requirements and federal and local laws to maintain safe and controlled environments.
- Operated power tools, industrial cleaning equipment and sprayers to remove harmful substances from surfaces.
- Monitored contaminated area to determine scope of hazard and progress of cleaning efforts against targets.
- Operated and maintained hoists and forklifts to move supplies and contaminated materials.
- Recorded numbers of containers stored at disposal sites, specifying amounts or types of equipment or waste disposed.
Hazardous Material Field Technician
ACT Environmental
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Increased overall efficiency with thorough documentation of completed tasks, diagnostic results, and recommendations for improvements.
- Minimized potential hazards through adherence to safety guidelines during all field assignments.
- Assisted in training new hires on company protocol, increasing overall productivity within the department.
- Minimized hazardous waste by implementing proper storage, handling, and disposal techniques.
- Improved safety measures by conducting regular inspections of hazardous material storage areas.
- Streamlined hazardous waste management processes for increased efficiency in waste removal operations.
- Recorded numbers of containers stored at disposal sites, specifying amounts or types of equipment or waste disposed.
- Adhered to all defined safety protocols, company requirements and federal and local laws to maintain safe and controlled environments.
- Arranged pick-ups, managed documentation and reported quantities of waste to help coordinators make appropriate planning decisions.
- Sampled and characterized waste to generate accurate materials profiles.
- Maximized protections by accurately labeling hazardous waste containers in line with environmental and safety requirements.
- Moved and loaded drums and containers weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Collected and disposed of hazardous waste produced in businesses across [Location].
- Prepared containers for long-distance shipping and coordinated transportation with contractors.
- Maintained inspection-ready manifest documentation for review by supervisor.
Bilingual Interpreter
Fallbrook Union High School District
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Assisted teachers with students that had english as second language
- Assisted students with understanding classwork, assignments, homeworks, projects, and study guides
- Developed and conducted activities with students and teachers to achieve academic goals and graduation status
- Established clear objectives for each lesson, effectively communicating expectations to students and ensuring successful outcomes.
- Utilized various assessment methods to track student progress, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, fostering growth and development in both language acquisition and content knowledge.
- Monitored student progress in both academics growth and English fluency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environemental Studies
California State University San Marcos
05.2021
High School Diploma -
Fallbrook High School
Fallbrook, CA06.2017
Skills
- Team player/building
- Time Management
- Organization manner
- Coordination manner
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hazardous Waste Storage
- Hazardous Materials Identification
- Material Safety Data Sheets
- Transportation Safety Regulations
- Chemical Compatibility Knowledge
- Emergency Evacuation Coordination
- HAZWOPER Certification
- Biological Hazard Control
- Respiratory Protection
- Hand and Power Tool Safety
- Site Safety Inspections
- Ladder Safety
- Forklift Operation
- OSHA Compliance
- Vehicle Safety Inspection
- Emergency Response Planning
- Chemical Spill Containment
- Laboratory Safety Practices
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Software
Microsoft programs
EHS Career
I discovered my passion for EHS when I started working with Hazardous waste and all the complex world that comes with it. I feel that EHS works involves everyone input and effort. we protect the environment and human safety, it is an multidisciplinary field.
Timeline
EHS Senior Hazardous Materials Technician
UCSD
08.2022 - Current
Hazardous Material Field Technician
ACT Environmental
07.2021 - 08.2022
Bilingual Interpreter
Fallbrook Union High School District
01.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Environemental Studies
California State University San Marcos
High School Diploma -
Fallbrook High School
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