JOSHUA BYRD
Murrieta,CA
Summary
Dynamic Safety Specialist with extensive experience in implementing and overseeing comprehensive safety protocols that ensure compliance and effectively minimize risks. Strong commitment to team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering measurable results. Proficient in hazard assessment, regulatory compliance, and emergency response planning, with a proven track record of enhancing workplace safety standards. Dedicated to fostering a safe and productive work environment that empowers teams to thrive.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Manager
Caster Civil, Inc.
San Diego
01.2025 - Current
- Lead company-wide safety program maintaining zero recordable incident rate.
- Develop site-specific Health & Safety Plans ensuring OSHA and SDG&E; compliance.
- Manage ISNetworld compliance and regulatory documentation.
- Conduct inspections, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
- Deliver safety training for employees and subcontractors.
- Support budgeting, scheduling, submittals, and estimating.
Field Safety Supervisor
Professional Safety Solutions
San Diego
04.2021 - 01.2025
- Managed safety oversight for multi-million-dollar gas utility projects.
- Oversaw crews ranging from 50–200 workers across multiple sites.
- Supported completion of 54 miles of Line 1600 gas pipeline.
- Led pipeline integrity and compressor station modernization projects.
- Oversaw 30-inch Caltrans border pipeline project at Port of Entry.
Safety Director / Project Manager
Ickler Electric
San Diego
11.2015 - 10.2020
- Built company safety program from inception; achieved 3 consecutive Top Safety awards.
- Reduced safety incidents by 25% through structured training initiatives.
- Trained 200+ construction employees and 40 service technicians.
- Managed multi-million-dollar projects with major contractors.
Education
Certificate - Occupational Health & Safety
UC San Diego
Journeyman Electrician - undefined
ABC Trade School
01.2011
Skills
- OSHA Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
- EM-385 & Utility Safety Standards
- ISNetworld (ISN) Management
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
- Safety Program Development
- Risk Mitigation & Hazard Identification
- Multi-Site Crew Oversight (50–200)
- Construction Management & Scheduling (3WLA)
- Blueprint Reading & NEC Code
- AutoCAD & Project Planning
Certification
- CHST – Construction Health & Safety Technician
- OSHA 500 & 510
- EM-385
- UL 508A
Timeline
Safety Manager
Caster Civil, Inc.
01.2025 - Current
Field Safety Supervisor
Professional Safety Solutions
04.2021 - 01.2025
Safety Director / Project Manager
Ickler Electric
11.2015 - 10.2020
Journeyman Electrician - undefined
ABC Trade School
Certificate - Occupational Health & Safety
UC San Diego