Treal Thies
Cocoa
Summary
Dedicated environmental support professional with a proven track record at Bechtel, excelling in waste management and regulatory compliance. Adept at developing pollution prevention strategies and conducting site inspections, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities. I trained staff on hazardous materials handling, ensuring safety and compliance across worksites. Passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement in environmental practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Environmental Safety & Health Advocate
Bechtel
Cape Canaveral
06.2024 - Current
- Trained craft professionals (CP) on waste management, chemical storage, spill prevention controls, and countermeasures; improving awareness of regulatory requirements and safe environmental practices.
- Issued guidance on compliance with applicable environmental regulations.
- Monitored hazardous waste disposal practices to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted and documented environmental inspections and audits for multiple sites to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, identifying risks, and recommending corrective actions.
- Monitored air quality, documented results, and provided clear reports to leadership.
- Managed incident reporting and investigation processes for spills, releases, and non-conformance events.
- Coordinated with regulatory bodies on permitting, compliance documentation, and site environmental performance reviews.
- Oversaw proper storage and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials, in accordance with environmental laws.
- Provided real-time environmental guidance during field operations, ensuring safe work practices, and minimizing environmental impact.
- Tracked sustainability metrics and supported corporate GHG initiatives to reduce emissions, waste, and resource consumption.
- Collaborated with leadership to assess environmental risks during project planning and execution.
- Reviewed subcontractor operations for environmental compliance, and enforced corrective actions when necessary.
- Prepared detailed compliance reports and incident logs for internal use and regulatory submission.
- Performed and documented stormwater and erosion control inspections, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Built strong and trusting relationships with staff, craft professionals, subcontractors, and the client.
- Coordinated with the client and client contracts for the relocation of common and endangered wildlife.
Electrician
Paey's Electric
Melbourne
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Installed conduit and pulled circuits for electrical equipment.
- Managed commercial and residential electrical projects with consistent safety record.
- Connected wiring in electrical circuits and networks and checked component compatibility.
- Completed work in full compliance with local building codes and NEC standards.
- Troubleshot installations to check reliability of electrical, fire alarm and mechanical systems and equipment.
- Installed emergency backup generators for businesses requiring uninterrupted power supply during outages.
Electrical Apprentice
Kuhnert Electric
Pinckneyville
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Ran conduit and pulled wire through conduits for new construction projects.
- Troubleshot electrical issues using testing equipment such as multimeters and ammeters.
- Maintained inventory of electrical supplies and tools to ensure availability during job tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance on electrical panels, switches, receptacles, and outlets.
- Diagnosed faults and failures using hand tools and test kits.
- Complied with building codes for new construction and renovation projects.
Education
Associate of Arts - Engineering
Valencia College
Orlando05-2026
Skills
- Stormwater and erosion management
- Pollution prevention
- Hazardous materials handling
- Site inspection
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Waste management strategies
- Environmental training programs
- Stormwater management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response 40hr (HAZWOPER)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Environmental Safety & Health Advocate
Bechtel
06.2024 - Current
Electrician
Paey's Electric
06.2023 - 06.2024
Electrical Apprentice
Kuhnert Electric
05.2022 - 06.2023
Associate of Arts - Engineering
Valencia College