Ryan Kornder
Citrus springs,Fl.
Summary
Resourceful Construction Superintendent with 20+ years of experience applying best practices when overseeing demolition, Asbestos abatement, construction projects. Strong record of success in construction job management and directing crews of up to 25 workers. Clear communicator, skilled at giving directions and enforcing site and safety rules.
Offering solid foundation in safety principles and strong desire to learn and develop in safety-focused environment. Brings understanding of regulatory compliance and risk management, combined with relevant skills in conducting safety audits and implementing preventive measures. Ready to use and develop skills in hazard identification and emergency response in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Specialist
DH Griffin Companies
Greensboro, NC
07.2024 - Current
- Led training courses for employees at all levels.
- Investigated accidents and incidents, recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Provided timely guidance and support for employees involved in accidents or near misses, facilitating speedy recovery and return-to-work efforts when appropriate.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
- Collaborated with management to develop and enforce safety policies and procedures, resulting in a safer work environment.
- Wrote reports outlining safety issues and potential correction options.
- Escorted inspectors and answered questions about facility operations.
- Performed thorough risk assessments for various job functions, implementing controls to minimize potential hazards.
- Conducted audits of internal processes to identify areas for improvement in overall safety performance.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Reviewed and analyzed safety data and statistics to identify trends and areas requiring improvement.
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard, and safety guidelines.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
Superintendent
DH Griffin Wrecking
Plant City, FL
06.2016 - Current
- DH Griffin wrecking Florida.
- Asbestos supervisor.
- Started as a Heavy equipment operator.
- Multiple types of equipment, skid steer, backhoe, track loader, 490 excavator with shear head, grapple, muncher and bucket with and without thumb.
- Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
- Managed safety of worksite and adherence to all OSHA regulations by implementing training programs and safety audits.
- Reviewed design specifications critically for accuracy, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly delays or rework situations.
- Enforced rigorous safety procedures during daily operations, creating a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the project''s execution process.
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
CDL A driver, excavator operator/ equipment operator
Colorado springs Co
01.2011 - 04.2015
- I have progressed to demo supervisor, the duties of supervisor are to ensure the safe demolition of a structure with limited cost with no injuries or damage to surrounding areas.
- The supervisor is also responsible for the heavy equipment used on site, having the proper permits and local safety contacts.
Demolition supervisor/ CDL driver
04.2010 - 02.2011
- Baldwin demolition and roll off (719) 505-3310 Fr: 1/11 To: 4/15 I Started with Baldwin as a heavy transport driver, and also worked as an operator on demo projects.
- Currently I am the supervisor of all projects within the demolition scope, with a crew of as little as three to a crew of twenty plus people and heavy machinery.
- Class A driver Rocky mountain materials (719) 473-3100, Transport the asphalt materials from the pit to the plant.
- Some retail hauling for commercial customers.
Education
OSHA 510 - OSHA 1926
USF
Asbestos Abatement Contractor/Supervisor -
CHC/Better Certify
OnlineOSHA 30 certificate. - OSHA 1926
Click Safety
Safety Leadership 1-3 -
Employer Development
BA - business management, finance
National American University
2012
Skills
- Mechanically inclined
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Safety courses
- Quick to learn new skills
- Incident investigation
- Able to interpret information accurately
- Workplace safety
- Capable of effectively communicating at various levels with individuals and groups
- Training and mentoring
- Resourceful
- Disaster preparedness
- Creative thinker
- Emergency situations
- CDL-A with heavy haul lowboy experience, end dump, flatbed and dry van
- Heavy equipment operation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Hazard abatement
- Reliability
- Hazard and incident management
- Creative thinking
- Vehicle safety
- Problem-solving skills
- Critical thinking
- Root-cause analysis
- Safety
- Supervision
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Project coordination
- Licensed in 48 states (OSHA 510)
- Community relations
- Quality standards
- Key decision making
- Employee discipline
- Program implementation
- Contractor management
- Technology integrations
- Performance evaluations
- Team collaboration
- Curriculum development and oversight
- Employee performance evaluations
- Hazard identification
- Workplace inspections
- Audit procedures
- Safe chemical handling
- Accident investigation
- Incident reporting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Occupational health
- Safety auditing
- Crisis management
- Documentation skills
- Safety training
- Personal protective equipment
- Traffic management
- Ventilation requirements
- Asbestos awareness
- Respiratory protection
- Fall protection
- Program assistance
- OSHA compliance
- Investigations
- Occupational health hazards
- Risk management
- Occupational safety
- Safety policies
- OSHA standards and codes
- Safety and compliance inspections
- Protective equipment
- Time management
- Attention to detail
References
Reference List:
Upon request
Timeline
Safety Specialist
DH Griffin Companies
07.2024 - Current
Superintendent
DH Griffin Wrecking
06.2016 - Current
CDL A driver, excavator operator/ equipment operator
Colorado springs Co
01.2011 - 04.2015
Demolition supervisor/ CDL driver
04.2010 - 02.2011
OSHA 30 certificate. - OSHA 1926
Click Safety
Safety Leadership 1-3 -
Employer Development
BA - business management, finance
National American University
OSHA 510 - OSHA 1926
USF
Asbestos Abatement Contractor/Supervisor -
CHC/Better Certify