Ronell Woods
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Results-focused leader successful at promoting safety programs and mentoring individuals on ways to avoid mishaps and accidents. History of championing program training in various organizations throughout well-established career.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Supervisor
Matrix Services Holly Refinery
08.2023 - Current
- I'm currently the lead safety supervisor for matrix on nights in the HF sinclair turnaround.I'm a fulltime safety tech on maintenance for matrix.
- Championed a proactive approach to incident prevention by empowering employees to report concerns or near misses, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the workplace.
- Provided expert guidance during external audits, resulting in consistently positive evaluations from regulatory agencies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Led safety committee meetings, fostering open communication among team members regarding workplace concerns and improvement opportunities.
- Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
- Provided guidance and resources to employees to maintain safety procedures and enhance protection.
- Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
- Reduced incident rates through the implementation of comprehensive safety training programs for employees.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Promoted a safety-first culture by providing ongoing coaching, feedback, and support to staff members.
Crane Operator/Boilermaker Journeyman
Northside
04.2022 - Current
- I run several different size cranes in industry settings: Carry decks, Man lifts, Forklifts, Extends-boom forklifts, Scissor lifts, Boom trucks, Guzzler truck, Vacuum truck, Cranes: 18, 30, 40, 55, 60, 80, 90, 100 ton cranes
- Enhanced job site safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and adhering to proper crane operation procedures.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while operating cranes for complex lifts, ensuring minimal disruption to surroundings.
- Served as a valuable resource for colleagues by staying current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
- Achieved strong reputation for reliability among supervisors, leading to increased responsibility for critical lifts on high-profile projects.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Assisted in training new crane operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance for skill development.
Equipment Operator/Foreman
MATRIX SERVICE
02.2003 - 06.2018
- 20+ years of experience in oil refineries, 15+ year of this time was spent on equipment, Every task from insulator to turnaround hand, Foreman and GF, Running various size cranes for 6 years,As a foreman used good stewardship of resources and demonstrated fiscally responsibility, Computer skills for timekeeping, scheduling, ordering, seamanship at dock consisted of tie up and let go of tankers and boat operator and trainer of equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
- Optimized resource allocation with strategic planning of equipment utilization across multiple job sites.
- Continuously updated skills through participation in industry-related training programs and seminars.
- Reduced downtime by conducting pre-use inspections and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Salem High School
Salem, OR06.1994
Skills
- Safety first
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Occupational health hazards
- OSHA Compliance
- Accident Prevention
- Company Policy Compliance
- Confined Space Entry
- Safety training development
- Workplace Safety
Certification
NCCCO, September 2017, September 2022, 1709145437, TLL-Telescopic Boom cranes-Swing cab, TSS-Telescopic Boom cranes-Fixed can, BTF-Boom Trucks-Fixed cab, STC-Service Truck cranes
Additional Information
I am a dedicated worker that has no problem working past shift or weekends.
I am a team player and work hard at being safe with myself, and everyone around me.
A very driven and eager to learn type of person.
I will be a very valuable part of your team and the company.
Timeline
Safety Supervisor
Matrix Services Holly Refinery
08.2023 - Current
Crane Operator/Boilermaker Journeyman
Northside
04.2022 - Current
Equipment Operator/Foreman
MATRIX SERVICE
02.2003 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
South Salem High School
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