Gregory A. Tobias
Vacaville
Summary
Maintenance and safety-focused professional with hands-on leadership experience in safety program implementation, facility compliance, and workforce engagement within highly regulated aviation environments. Proven ability to build and maintain safety systems, lead safety briefings, manage compliance documentation, and coordinate cross-trade maintenance operations. Recognized for professional leadership style, clear communication and a strong commitment to safety culture and operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Base Technician (Specialty Painter) | Safety & SAT Contributor
United Airlines
10.2023 - Current
- Led the rollout and adoption of updated safety procedures and systems across the SFOMP base, improving workforce alignment with corporate and OSHA safety standards
- Designed, built, and currently manage the SFOMP Microsoft SharePoint safety hub to centralize documentation, communications, and compliance resources
- Supported the Safety Action Team in strengthening safety culture and accountability
- Conduct facility walk-throughs to identify hazards and track corrective actions
- Collaborated with safety leadership to prepare facilities for Silver Safety Program compliance
- Helped facilitate weekly safety briefings and developed training materials
- Coordinated work with multiple trades to ensure safe and efficient maintenance execution
- Tracked labor hours and work completion using Fleet Focus
Industrial Applicator / Foreman
Jeffco Painting & Coating
08.2018 - 09.2023
- Supervised and coordinated multi-person crews to safely meet project scope, quality standards, and production deadlines
- Planned daily work assignments based on job hazard analyses, safety requirements and timelines
- Enforced OSHA standards, PPE compliance, and site-specific safety protocols
- Maintained QA/QC documentation, daily production reports, and safety records
- Coordinated workflow with multiple trades to ensure safe, efficient project execution
- Served as on-site safety lead responsible for toolboxes, hazard communication, and corrective action follow-up
Education
Diploma -
Dixon High School
Dixon, CA01.2015
Skills
- Microsoft 365 (Word, excel, Forums, etc)
- Safety Action Team (SAT) Leadership & Participation
- Facility Walk-Throughs, Audits & Hazard Identification
- Microsoft SharePoint (Safety Documentation & Communication)
- Safety Briefings & Workforce Training
- OSHA & Corporate Safety Standards Compliance
- Work Planning, Scheduling & Prioritization
- Cross-Trade Coordination & Team Communication
- Documentation Control (BCP, LSP, Safety Records)
- Coaching, Accountability & Professional Standards
Certification
- First Aid / CPR Certified
- Confined Space Rescue Trained
- CAS2 – Coatings Application Specialist
- Forklift, Scissor Lift & Boom Lift Certified
- Hazard Communication & Traffic Control
- OSHA-10 Trained
- Facilities Management Certified
Timeline
Base Technician (Specialty Painter) | Safety & SAT Contributor
United Airlines
10.2023 - Current
Industrial Applicator / Foreman
Jeffco Painting & Coating
08.2018 - 09.2023
Diploma -
Dixon High School