Miguel Gaitan
West Valley City,UT
Summary
Dynamic professional eager to embrace new challenges, with a strong passion for continuous learning and growth. Committed to fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration while exploring innovative ideas. Balances personal and professional life with dedication as a devoted father and supportive friend, creating a well-rounded approach to work and relationships. Enthusiasm for teaching and learning drives a commitment to excellence in every endeavor.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Project Manager
Cabreras Construction, LLC
12.2022 - Current
- I started helping out with framing layout, attempting to meetings and city inspection at different projects, later on I was assigned to plan and organize workers and invoices for different punch activities. I also do quality control (punch mark list) of the work. I am in charge of safety walks and guarantee safety tool box with employees and trades.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans, including scope, timelines, and resource allocation.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project delays.
Environmental monitoring analyst
HEMCO-Mineros Nicaragua
02.2016 - 11.2022
- Analyzes quality control report samples of water, soil and air with external and internal laboratories results. Coordinate workers shifts and organize duties and responsibilities. Flow meter controls, control and maintenance of environment Davis weather stations, calibrate different laboratories equipment, coordinate and execute quality control’s air, soil and water with different certify laboratories in the country. Water flow measurements and parameter control. Operation, maintenance, register, control, and analysis of results at Water treatment plant and waste water treatment plant.
- Analyzed data trends to inform decision-making and optimize operational efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive reports on mining operations to support strategic planning initiatives.
Environment Inspector
Hemco-Mineros Nicaragua
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Environment inspection with different tools and software to guarantee Mining Company accomplish its goal without damaging the environment. Accompaniment to external consultancies in different areas of the Company.
- Conducted thorough inspections of mining operations to ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with teams to develop and implement quality control processes, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Analyzed inspection data to identify trends and recommend procedural improvements for risk mitigation.
- Led initiatives to streamline inspection workflows, resulting in reduced turnaround times for reporting.
English Teacher High School
Bishop Hendley Wilson Moravian School
01.2014 - 01.2015
- English, Artistic, Cultural Education (ACE), Guidance, work and values high school education.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of English literature and grammar.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration in classroom activities.
- Integrated technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences and improve student engagement in assignments.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Artisanal Miner
Artisanal Mining
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Hand work on underground tunnels and alluvial gold mining.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Trained new personnel on proper operational protocols and safety measures.
- Closely monitored and recorded locations, mining progress, and safety conditions.
English Translator
University of the Autonomous Regions of the Nicaraguan Caribbean Coast
08.2010 - 12.2010
- English translator for University of the Autonomous Regions of the Nicaraguan Caribbean Coast with North American and European medical brigades.
- Led workshops on effective translation techniques, improving team skill sets and collaboration.
- Developed glossaries of specialized terminology to enhance translation efficiency and quality.
Education
Primary School Diploma -
Maura Clarke School
Siuna, Nicaragua01.2021
Bachelor of science and letters -
Roger Lopez Borge Public Institute
Siuna, Nicaragua11-2007
Water Management Technician -
Fox Valley Technical College
Appleton, Wisconsin07.2010
Skills
- Effective personal management
- Effective communicator
- Health and environmental oversight
- Collaborative teamwork
Accomplishments
- Design and construction of a rain garden to control oily water in Memorial Group Work Park in Neenah-Wisconsin. 2009.
- Assessment of Basins with aquatic macro invertebrates in the Madriguera Community. URACCAN-SIUNA University 2010.
- Outstanding collaborator of the year 2018 Environment Department HEMCO-Nicaragua
Certification
- July - 2025 Certificate of Completion Forklift Operator Safety Training for Lift Classes 1-7 Liftoff Certifications LLC
- Jun - 2025 Certificate of Completion OSHA 30 Hour Outreach Training Program - Construction 360 TRAINING
- 2024 - 2024 Certificate Rigger Level 1 American Crane and Safety OSHA and ASME regulations, the use and inspection of slings, rigging hardware, load weight and other areas critical to understanding and operating a safe job site
- 2024 - 2024 Certificate Signal Person American Crane and Safety Certified Signal Person Training provides the OSHA training necessary to signal a crane.
- 2022 - 2022 Incident and Accident Cause Analysis Research Methodology (ICAM) K2 Ingenieria de Riesgos
- 2022 - 2022 Awareness on the Safe Use of Sodium Cyanide ORICA
- 2022 - 2022 General Induction Spectrophotometers and HACH Turbidimeters Advanced Laboratories SA
- 2021 - 2021 Microsoft Excel Coarse- Intermediate Level Oscar Consultores
- 2021 - 2021 ISO 14001:2015 Guia Consultoria Ambiental S.A.S. Internal Audits to the ISOs Integrated Management Model
- 2021 - 2021 ISO 45001:2018 Guia Consultoria Ambiental S.A.S Internal Audits to the ISOs Integrated Management Model
- 2020 - 2020 Microsoft Excel Course – Basic Level Oscar Consultores
- 2020 - 2020 Snake Course: Importance, Prevention and Management Corporation Ruta Natural
- 2019 - 2019 Defensive Driving for Business Motorcyclists Cambio Cultural SA
- 2016 - 2016 Management and Classification of waste impacted with Hydrocarbons SERTRASA Oil Recycling
- 2010 - 2010 Practical Office Software Fox Valley Technical College
LANGUAGES
Spanish
English
Timeline
Project Manager
Cabreras Construction, LLC
12.2022 - Current
Environmental monitoring analyst
HEMCO-Mineros Nicaragua
02.2016 - 11.2022
Environment Inspector
Hemco-Mineros Nicaragua
03.2015 - 02.2016
English Teacher High School
Bishop Hendley Wilson Moravian School
01.2014 - 01.2015
Artisanal Miner
Artisanal Mining
01.2011 - 01.2014
English Translator
University of the Autonomous Regions of the Nicaraguan Caribbean Coast
08.2010 - 12.2010
Primary School Diploma -
Maura Clarke School
Bachelor of science and letters -
Roger Lopez Borge Public Institute
Water Management Technician -
Fox Valley Technical College
INTERESTS
Play Basketball, Go to the gym, Listening to Music