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Work History
Education
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Languages
Certification
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Ramiro Gracia

Ramiro Gracia

Mission,United States

Summary

Accomplished EHS professional with extensive expertise in environmental health and safety protocols. Demonstrated success in hazard identification, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Committed to fostering team collaboration and driving results, adept at adapting to evolving requirements. Proficient in incident investigation, safety training, and emergency response. Known for consistently delivering top-tier performance standards.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Construction EHS Technician IV

Tesla Gigafactory
08.2023 - Current
  • Serve as primary EHS contact on a high-profile data center construction site, overseeing all health, safety, and environmental compliance activities.
  • Manage contractor safety performance, ensuring alignment with client safety expectations through audits, KPI tracking, behavioral-based safety observations.
  • Provided EHS support for the construction of a 900+ linear foot tunnel, ensuring strict compliance with OSHA, local and project-specific safety regulations.
  • Worked closely with multiple teams including Construction, Production, Engineering, Tool Install, Manufacturing, Commissioning, and Facilities, to provide EHS support to day-to-day operations, conduct safety walkthrough and audits, deliver safety toolbox talks to employees, participate in analyses of workplace incidents, and help drive corrective actions.
  • Managed safety and risk associated with several active and upcoming construction projects and ensured compliance with all applicable permits and safety regulations.
  • Successfully managed and led a team of EHS field safety professionals to uphold Tesla standards in all facets of construction and promote a culture of Safety within Tesla, by utilizing coaching and mentorship protocols.
  • Participated in reviews for high hazard work prior to execution, to include tunneling, critical lifts, confined space entries, high voltage work, pressure testing, fall protection plans, trenching and excavation etc.
  • Engaged in daily field safety oversight of construction work activities, reviewed JHAs and Pre-Task Plans to ensure tasks, hazards and mitigations are in alignment with the work being performed in the field.
  • Acted as a resource to the construction project management team and provided guidance, assistance, and direction regarding EHS requirements, ensuring Tesla conforms to all Federal, State, County and City regulations.
  • Led and documented accident/incident investigations and incident review meetings to determine root cause, prevention, leading/lagging indicators, and corrective measures.
  • Ensured timely incident reporting, investigation, and corrective action implementation to prevent recurrence.

Construction Safety Specialist

Waste Isolation Pilot Plant/US Dept. Of Energy
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Contractor to the Department of Energy as client/owner Safety Rep.
  • Provide Oversight to the Safety Significant Confinement Ventilation System (SSCVS) Project.
  • Focus on the Electrical aspect of the project.
  • Review AR/VR documents.
  • Review work packages.
  • Review lift plans/crane operations.
  • Audit Lock Out/ Tag Out procedures & Confined space operations.
  • Excellent communication with the contractor's Project Manager, Superintendents, and field Supervisors.
  • Conduct workplace examinations.
  • Mock MSHA and OSHA audits and inspections.
  • Knowledgeable in MSHA 30 CFR.
  • Knowledgeable in OSHA 29 CFR 1926, 1929, 1910, and 10 CFR 851.
  • Provide underground Safety support to the WIPP mining operations.
  • Identify workplace and job hazards and assist in implementing corrective actions and future preventive measures.
  • Conduct recurring Safety walks & mock MSHA inspection walks.
  • Identify OSHA & MSHA violations and enter them into the Devonway system.
  • Submit daily ES & H construction Oversight turnover report.

Safety Coordinator

MMR Group/Microsoft Data Center
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Spearheaded initiatives that improved overall ergonomics in the workplace, reducing repetitive motion injuries among employees.
  • Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards, and ensuring prompt resolution.
  • Organized Safety Committee meetings regularly to discuss updates on ongoing initiatives while actively involving employees in decision-making processes related to health & safety matters.
  • Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes, and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.

Safety Lead

Triad Electric & Controls/Tesla Gigafactory
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Maintained detailed records of safety-related activities, facilitating accurate reporting and analysis.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
  • Monitored employee adherence to safety protocols, addressing violations promptly and effectively.
  • Created a system for tracking near-miss reports, enabling timely investigation and prevention of future incidents.

Safety Specialist

MMR Group/Tesla Gigafactory
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Assisted in obtaining necessary permits for hazardous materials storage and disposal, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Reduced employee injuries through the implementation of comprehensive safety training programs.
  • Developed emergency response plans, coordinating with local authorities for seamless execution during crisis situations.
  • Served as the primary liaison between the company and regulatory agencies during inspections or audits, addressing any concerns raised and ensuring timely resolution of cited issues.

Safety Technician

Ardent Services LLC/YCI Methanol Plant
09.2019 - 10.2021
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop effective strategies for addressing occupational health concerns in the workplace.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by performing regular audits and implementing necessary corrective actions.
  • Conducted regular reviews of safety documentation and procedures to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Minimized accidents by developing job hazard analyses for each task and providing recommendations for risk reduction.

Police Officer

Mission Police Department
02.2012 - 08.2019
  • Interrogated suspects, interview complainants, witnesses, etc., summarize in writing the statements of witnesses and complainants, and participated in raids and searches.
  • Investigated Municipal Ordinance violations, issued Municipal Citations, participated in prosecutions of City cases, and educated citizens to control ordinance violations.
  • Prepared reports, citations and summons necessary to charge individuals with violations of ordinances, statutes, and laws including petty, misdemeanor, and felonious offenses.
  • Monitored and investigated suspicious persons and situations and unusual activities; instructed suspects on field sobriety tests and used portable equipment to perform tests.
  • Minimized the number of lost and delinquent reports by developing and implementing a more effective administrative system.
  • Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
  • Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
  • Patrolled assigned district(s) within the corporate limits to deter illegal activities; protected and preserved the safety and security of individuals, buildings, neighborhoods, and district(s).
  • Appeared in municipal, county and district courts to offer credible testimony relative to the investigation and charging of individuals with criminal and non-criminal offenses.
  • Prepared a variety of routine and non-routine reports and records necessary information for the reporting of daily activities, reporting of specific criminal and non-criminal incidents.
  • Secured and protected crime scenes by establishing boundaries, detaining victims, suspects, and witnesses, locating, and identifying evidence and briefing investigators upon their arrival.
  • Gathered preliminary investigation information as a first responder to crime scenes; participated in multi-jurisdictional intelligence gathering and suppression operations.
  • Coordinated with outside law enforcement jurisdictions and agencies necessary for the continuing investigation of cases, suspects, and/or to gather criminal intelligence data.
  • Communicated with court officials, social workers, and agencies etc., in the filing of charges, the deferral of sentencing, the placement of juveniles in alternatives, the Children’s Code.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sharyland High School
Mission, TX
06.2007

Skills

  • NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
  • Inexperience Miner
  • Safety audits
  • Fall protection
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Hazard identification
  • Workplace inspections
  • Confined space entry
  • Incident reporting
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Construction safety
  • Excellent communication

Accomplishments

  • Achieved the completion of a 900+ linear foot tunnel incident-free through effectively field engagement and enhanced communication.
  • Collaborated with team of 30+ in the development of Data Center project.

Languages

Excellent communication skills being Bilingual English and Spanish.

Certification

  • NCCER Safety- #23880020
  • CSST- Construction Site Safety Technician
  • CSSS- Construction Site Safety Supervisor
  • CSSO- Construction Site Safety Orientation
  • Field Safety
  • OSHA 10
  • CPR, First Aid, AED
  • NFPA 70E
  • Electrical Safety
  • Department of Energy (Q) clearance
  • Inexperienced Miner (MSHA 30)

Timeline

Construction EHS Technician IV

Tesla Gigafactory
08.2023 - Current

Construction Safety Specialist

Waste Isolation Pilot Plant/US Dept. Of Energy
06.2022 - 08.2023

Safety Coordinator

MMR Group/Microsoft Data Center
02.2022 - 06.2022

Safety Lead

Triad Electric & Controls/Tesla Gigafactory
11.2021 - 02.2022

Safety Specialist

MMR Group/Tesla Gigafactory
11.2021 - 02.2022

Safety Technician

Ardent Services LLC/YCI Methanol Plant
09.2019 - 10.2021

Police Officer

Mission Police Department
02.2012 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

Sharyland High School

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