Rachel Stewart
Laplace,LA
Summary
Safety professional prepared for this role with extensive experience in field safety protocols and hazard prevention strategies. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering consistent results in dynamic environments. Highly reliable and adaptable, with skills in risk assessment and regulatory compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
11
11
Certification
Work History
Field Safety Technician
Cajun Industries
10.2021 - Current
- Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working
- Performed and coordinated daily field safety meetings with employees
- Identify and removed or reduced risks out in the field
- Responsible for training new hires on company's procedures and policies
- Continuously monitored work environments for changes in conditions or new risks, making adjustments as necessary to maintain optimal levels of protection for all employees.
- Provided health and safety training to employees regarding safety protocols.
- Monitored safety and assessed risk levels and mitigation strategies at industrial worksites and on construction jobs.
- Inspected job sites and completed in-depth reports outlining safety concerns and corrective recommendations.
- Conducted new employee interviews, orientation and training and provided ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
- Assisted management with accident investigations and analysis to determine root cause for corrective action plan.
- Examined credentials, licenses and permits for compliance with licensing requirements.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance to employees, fostering a culture of safety awareness and prevention.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by conducting thorough audits of work sites.
- Facilitated open communication between employees and management regarding safety-related issues, promoting a collaborative approach to problemsolving.
- Enhanced employee understanding of emergency response protocols through hands-on training sessions.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
Truck Driver
Turner Industries
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Inspect vehicle before and after trips, logging and reporting mechanical problems
- Detect and eliminate safety hazards during travel
- Assisted in the loading/unloading of freight if required by customer
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
Truck Driver
HydrochemPSC
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Updated the daily control records
- Keep an active log of deliveries and complete billing papers
- Maintain detailed trip and cargo records
- Control spills and vacuum hazards materials
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
CDL Truck Driver
Brandsafway
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
- Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods
- Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure
- Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status following applicable state and federal regulations
- Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned
- Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles
Payroll Clerk
Ardent Services
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Strong communication skills
- Prepares payroll cycles, including but not limited to entering miscellaneous incomes, deductible and adjustments
- Works with departments and team members to maintain information in the payroll and time & attendance systems
- Works with management and team members to resolve payroll and time & attendance issues
- Processing Garnishments, IRS Levies and Child Support Orders in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations
Driver
CREATIVE RESOURCE GROUP
08.2012 - 09.2014
- Conducted routine pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe vehicle operation
- Operated the vehicle at all times within all federal, state and local laws
- Performed pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents check to utilize the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)
- Preparing and submitting reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption
- Assured passengers entered and exited bus according to OSHA standards
Clerical
Westaff
05.2009 - 08.2012
- Perform document scanning (100+/day) and log them in company's proprietary computer system for future review by internal departments, as well as the company's international offices
- Typing and distributing confidential letters for senior members daily
- Lead internship team of 8 in developing new inventory filing system
- Respond to more than 15 client emails daily (on average), quickly solving issues as they arise
- Work with management to optimize the storage process for regulatory documentation, saving the department several hours per week
- Assisted in timely completion of projects by providing clerical support to multiple departments.
- Improved customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses to inquiries via phone and email.
- Supported management with meeting preparation, coordinating logistics, and creating presentation materials.
- Managed appointments, ensuring smooth scheduling for staff members and clients alike.
Education
Medical Assisting Program -
Bryman’s College
New Orleans, LATraining Program In Occupational Health & Safety -
Hybrid Solution
Houston, TXOccupational Health & Safety -
Texas A&M University
College Station, TXAssociate Of General Studies - Occupational Health And Safety
Southern University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Workplace inspections
- Hand tool safety
- Hazard identification
- Electrical safety
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Personal protective equipment
- Incident investigation
- Confined space entry
- Excavation safety
- Permit-to-work systems
- Air quality monitoring
- First aid and CPR
- Scaffold safety
- Fall protection
- Accident investigation
- Incident reporting
- Hazard elimination
- Workplace inspection
- First aid administration
- Teamwork
- Safety procedures
- Safety assessment
- OSHA compliance
- Hazard reporting
Certification
NCCER Field Safety Certification
NCCER Safety Technology Certification
NCCER Construction Site Safety Orientation (CSSO)
NCCER Construction Site Safety Supervisor (CSSS)
NCCER Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST)
NCCER Leadership Certification
OSHA 30 (Construction Industry) Certification
OSHA 510 (Construction Imdustry) Certification
NFPA 70E- Electrical Safety Certificate
CPR Certification
CDL B
Timeline
Field Safety Technician
Cajun Industries
10.2021 - Current
Truck Driver
Turner Industries
06.2020 - 10.2021
Truck Driver
HydrochemPSC
06.2018 - 06.2020
CDL Truck Driver
Brandsafway
09.2016 - 06.2018
Payroll Clerk
Ardent Services
09.2014 - 09.2016
Driver
CREATIVE RESOURCE GROUP
08.2012 - 09.2014
Clerical
Westaff
05.2009 - 08.2012
Medical Assisting Program -
Bryman’s College
Training Program In Occupational Health & Safety -
Hybrid Solution
Occupational Health & Safety -
Texas A&M University
Associate Of General Studies - Occupational Health And Safety
Southern University And A&M College
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