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Roddrick James

Prairieville,Louisiana

Summary

Motivated, hardworking, reliable safety manager adapt at finding engaging ways to motivate construction teams to exceed expectations and maintain high standards. Have over 11 years of experience in the construction industry and over 7 years of safety experience. Provide clear direction and plans and terms in a clear and understandable way. Safety conscious and detail-oriented and go above beyond to get the job done.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Manager

Performance Contractors
11.2021 - Current
  • Consistently meet with client safety team for safety updates and trends.
  • Work relentlessly in motivating safety team to achieve safety goals expectations
  • Repeatedly executed successful jobs without any recordable.
  • Completed site safety plans for major jobs.
  • Performed weekly safety audit and daily observations.
  • Conducted thorough accident investigations to identify root causes and prevent future occurrences.
  • Implemented corrective actions following incidents to minimize risks and improve overall safety performance.
  • Developed and executed training programs for employees, improving overall safety awareness and compliance.
  • Facilitated meetings with upper management and executives to discuss ways that safety could be improved.
  • Consistently achieved high levels of employee engagement in safety meetings, fostering environment focused on continuous improvement.

Safety Technician

Performance Contractors
11.2017 - 11.2021
  • Supported new hire orientation programs by delivering engaging safety presentations that emphasized importance of maintaining safe work environment.
  • Served as resource for employees seeking guidance on specific safety-related issues or concerns within their respective roles.
  • Assisted in accident investigations to determine root causes, prevent future occurrences, and maintain safe work environment.
  • Increased employee awareness of safety practices through consistent communication and education on safe work procedures.
  • Assisted management with accident investigations and analysis to determine root cause for corrective action plan.

Pipefitter

Performance Contractors
01.2015 - 11.2017
  • Work relentlessly in motivating workers to achieve greater productivity
  • Effective communication
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Promoted safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.

Pipefitter Helper

Performance Contractors
08.2012 - 01.2015
  • Measured, cut, threaded and assembled new pipe to place assembled pipe in hangers or other supports.
  • Improved pipefitting efficiency by assisting in assembly, installation, and maintenance of piping systems.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Enhanced safety measures by following proper procedures when handling hazardous materials during pipe installations.
  • Assisted in accurate measurements and marking of pipes for cutting or threading using various measuring instruments.

Education

Degree - Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2023

Degree - NCCER Construction Site Safety Technician Certified (CSST)

Associated Builders Contractor School
Baton Rouge, LA
12.2017

Degree - Management, Small Business and Entrepreneurship

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
12.2010

Degree - General Study

River Parish Community College
Sorrento, LA
12.2008

Skills

  • Knowledgeable with site safety plans as well as ability to complete company specific safety orientation
  • Ability to motivate and train others in policy and procedures
  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand basic English
  • Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to work any shift and work overtime, including daily, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to create and present power point presentations
  • High standard of integrity and professionalism
  • Hazard Identification
  • Safety audits

Timeline

Safety Manager

Performance Contractors
11.2021 - Current

Safety Technician

Performance Contractors
11.2017 - 11.2021

Pipefitter

Performance Contractors
01.2015 - 11.2017

Pipefitter Helper

Performance Contractors
08.2012 - 01.2015

Degree - Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)

Louisiana State University

Degree - NCCER Construction Site Safety Technician Certified (CSST)

Associated Builders Contractor School

Degree - Management, Small Business and Entrepreneurship

Southeastern Louisiana University

Degree - General Study

River Parish Community College

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