Vernon Maze
Baytown
Summary
A Safety Technician with a proven track record at Blueridge Power in incident investigation and safety audits and promoting a strong safety culture and implementing effective hazard recognition strategies. Skilled in compliance with OSHA regulations and fostering teamwork to enhance workplace safety and efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Manager
Aerotek
Charlotte
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Conducted safety training sessions for staff and contractors.
- Monitored workplace conditions to identify potential hazards and risks.
- Collaborated with management to implement effective safety measures.
- Facilitated safety audits to evaluate adherence to established standards.
- Maintained safety documentation and records in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Investigated accidents to identify causes and prevent future incidences.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations related to occupational health and safety.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure safe working practices are followed.
Safety Technician
Northstar Energy Solutions
Baytown
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with the Safety Manager to develop safety strategies.
- Conducted worksite surveys and daily inspections to ensure facility procedural compliance and regulations.
- Maintained and updated all required reports, records, and safety training for the use and handling of hazardous chemicals, storage, and waste.
- Confirmed that proper JHA and PPE are being used for the task.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits on equipment and facilities.
- Promoted awareness of safe work practices through employee engagement initiatives.
Safety Manager
Areotek
Charlotte
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Conducted safety training sessions for staff and contractors.
- Monitored workplace conditions to identify potential hazards and risks.
- Intervened in unsafe situations to prevent injuries or property damage.
- Conducted regular safety meetings for staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Facilitated safety meetings to discuss concerns and promote a culture of safety.
Safety Technician
Total Safety
Pasadena
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Maintained all required records and documentation.
- Maintained logbooks of daily activities, including areas visited and activities performed.
- Implemented strategies for continuous improvement of health and safety standards.
- Reviewed safety procedures, recommending changes to improve safety performance.
- Investigated accidents to identify causes, and to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future.
- Participated in accident investigations involving third-party vendors, or contractors.
- Investigated near-miss incidents in order to determine root causes and prevent future recurrences.
- Performed weekly site inspections in order to verify adherence to company-wide safety protocols.
- Maintained records of all safety-related activities, such as inspection results and training sessions.
Terminal Operator
Channel Biorefinery
Houston
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Maintained accurate records for all incoming and outgoing shipments using automated inventory systems.
- Provided direction during emergency situations such as weather-related delays or equipment malfunctions.
- Developed and implemented effective policies and procedures to ensure the safe, efficient loading and unloading of cargo.
- Recorded, reviewed and compiled operations records, test results and gauge readings such as temperatures, pressures, concentrations, and flows.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while operating terminal equipment.
Education
OSHA 510 - Safety
University of Texas Arlington
Arlington, Tx02.2022
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Occupational Health and Safety
Columbia Southern University
Orange-Beach, Alabama05.2015
Skills
- Team player
- Safety audits
- Incident investigation
- Incident reporting
- Hazard recognition
- Safety culture promotion
Certification
- OSHA 10
- NFPA 70E
- First Aid and AED
- NCCER Scaffold Builder
- TWIC Card
References
- Ala Provost, North Star Energy Solutions, Foreman,
- provostala@yahoo.com
- James Baskin, Draeger, Operations Manager, (346) 978-9185,
- james1baskin@yahoo.com
- Mike Ayers Blueridge Power Safety Director (910) 849-6265
- themikeayers@gmail.com
Timeline
Safety Manager
Aerotek
07.2024 - 09.2025
Safety Technician
Northstar Energy Solutions
06.2023 - 02.2024
Safety Manager
Areotek
08.2021 - 03.2022
Safety Technician
Total Safety
03.2018 - 08.2021
Terminal Operator
Channel Biorefinery
06.2017 - 10.2017
OSHA 510 - Safety
University of Texas Arlington
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Occupational Health and Safety
Columbia Southern University