ANDREW C. ESTRADA
Whittier
Summary
With over twenty years of specialized experience in the natural gas utility industry, I bring extensive knowledge and expertise to any organization. I hold three safety professional certifications from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, underscoring my commitment to maintaining a safe and secure work environment. My strong leadership, project management, and motivational skills consistently drive successful outcomes. Renowned for my hardworking nature and attention to detail, I excel at efficient multitasking. Additionally, I possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, enabling the effective conveyance of complex information.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety and Health Team Lead - Operations
SoCalGas
06.2023 - Current
- Supervise Licensed Health professionals and is responsible and accountable for their activities in observing workers' health status.
- Supervise Field Safety Advisors and Safety Specialists, assisting them in providing clients with safety and health guidance. Implement programs to recognize and prevent health effects from hazardous exposures.
- Advise field and office managers in methods to improve employee, public safety, infrastructure and contractor safety.
- Created, implemented, and followed up on initiatives for field and office employees, focusing on injury prevention.
- Analyze workplace hazards and recommend changes to policy and practices.
- Collaborated with various stakeholders to improve safety measures and maintain a safe work environment.
- Provide oversight and counsel on non-work related issues of health and wellness.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Gas Operations Training Instructor
SoCal Gas Company
02.2019 - 06.2023
- Instructs and develops new and seasoned employees in the Gas Operations department.
- Skilled in teaching a variety of classes within Gas Operations such as Construction Tech, Energy Technician Distribution, Lead Construction Tech, First Responder, Distribution 101, Fire Stop and CPR.
- Provides students with safe work practices and hands on training to develop good body mechanics while performing construction activities.
- Oversee students progression and responsible for their safety during strenuous activities and pressure control operations.
- Trains employees on environmental, health hazards and how to use proper personal protective equipment.
- Instructs and facilitates employees and supervisors on excavation safety and proper shoring set up.
- Trains employees in Fleet Safety and Smith Driving
- Facilitates First Aid and CPR training to new and seasoned employees and supervisors.
- Trains employees in how to respond to Emergency Incidents with emphasis on employee, public and environmental safety.
Field Supervisor II Gas Operations
SoCal Gas Company
03.2017 - 02.2019
- Supervises Field Operations at the district level to secure compliance with policy and procedures.
- Supervises Gas Operations employees to ensure work is performed safe and efficient with in compliance of Company policy.
- Conducts field rides, job observations and audits to ensure quality, caliber and performance are met.
- Provides work direction to represented employees.
- Responds to and provides work direction during emergency incidents to gas facilities.
- Works with Field Team Lead and Area Manager with the district budget deficiencies.
- Maintains strong customer relations in effort to resolve issues or complaints with dissatisfied customers.
Lead Construction Technician
SoCal Gas Company
12.2014 - 03.2017
- Install, maintain, and repair natural gas services and mains.
- Oversee job responsibility and safety for crew members at the work site.
- Educate and train new and seasoned construction technicians to make sure they are maintaining good body posture will hand excavating and using heavy pneumatic tools safely.
- Consistently monitoring employees during extremely hot days and providing adequate rest breaks for the safety of employees.
- Responds to emergency situations where customers or public are at risk and oversee the safety of the crew involved as well as the public.
- Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and quality of service is maintained.
Energy Technician Distribution
SoCal Gas Company
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Locate and mark natural gas lines to prevent contractors from damaging gas facilities.
- Stand by on high-pressure gas lines to ensure contractors are meeting excavation guidelines.
- Build and maintain large set meters and manifolds.
- Coordinate with contractors regarding questions and concerns with gas facilities.
Construction Technician
SoCal Gas Company
10.2008 - 01.2014
- Use heavy power equipment to break, dig and backfill excavations.
- Understand the job responsibilities given by the Lead Tech and perform them at the job.
- Maintain and stock the material and tools on the work truck.
Meter Reader- Part Time
SoCalGas
08.2005 - 10.2008
- Read gas meters for monthly billing.
- Recognize Abnormal Operating Conditions (AOC's) and take prompt corrective action.
- Communication with customer to gain safe access to the meter.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
California State University
2008
Skills
- Safety Professional
- Injury Prevention Strategies
- Human and Organization Performance
- Operational Standards
- Task Management
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Performance Analysis
- Coaching and mentoring
- Customer focus
- Conflict resolution
- Excellent training and presentation skills
Certification
Certified Safety Professional (CSP - 46081)
Associate Safety Professionals (ASP - 36255)
Construction Health and Safety (CHST - 17476)
Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP - YEFIA3)
Human & Organization Performance Certificate
FEMA 100 & 200
CCO Rigging Certified
Timeline
Safety and Health Team Lead - Operations
SoCalGas
06.2023 - Current
Gas Operations Training Instructor
SoCal Gas Company
02.2019 - 06.2023
Field Supervisor II Gas Operations
SoCal Gas Company
03.2017 - 02.2019
Lead Construction Technician
SoCal Gas Company
12.2014 - 03.2017
Energy Technician Distribution
SoCal Gas Company
01.2014 - 12.2014
Construction Technician
SoCal Gas Company
10.2008 - 01.2014
Meter Reader- Part Time
SoCalGas
08.2005 - 10.2008
Bachelor of Science -
California State University
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