Travis O'Donnell
Norfolk
Summary
Dedicated construction professional with extensive experience in residential and commercial projects, specializing in safety compliance and hazard identification. Strong track record in leading teams to uphold OSHA and NAVSEA standards while delivering high-quality workmanship. Committed to fostering safe and efficient work environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Technician
IMIA Shipbuilding
Chesapeake
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted daily safety inspections to identify and mitigate risks in Navy shipyard operations.
- Enforce OSHA and NAVSEA safety standards across shipyard operations.
- Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Facilitated safe working environments for shipyard personnel by implementing safety protocols and addressing hazards.
- Work alongside Government Marine Chemists to certify CP tanks and confined spaces as safe for work.
- Perform breathing air quality testing for workers using supplied-air respirators.
- Inspect breathing air equipment, moisture traps, and safety systems to ensure compliance.
Lead Carpenter
Local 157 Carpenters Union
New York
06.2019 - 04.2023
- Installed metal framing systems for high-rise commercial buildings, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
- Hung and finished drywall on large-scale construction projects, contributing to timely project completion and quality assurance.
- Coordinated with crews to meet production schedules.
- Consistently met or exceeded daily production goals.
- Maintained strong safety record on commercial job sites, fostering a culture of safety and minimizing workplace incidents.
- Maintained a safe workspace to protect team members and equipment. in fast-paced commercial construction environments.
- Read blueprints and maintained quality workmanship.
- Earned OSHA 30 Construction certification.
Lead Carpenter / Plumber
O'Donnell Residential Construction
Hopewell Junction
01.2012 - 04.2019
- Built custom homes from the ground up.
- Installed plumbing systems and septic systems.
- Created structural frameworks for homes, enhancing overall stability and safety.
- Completed finish carpentry, drywall, painting, and deck construction, contributing to high-quality final finishes.
- Performed site grading, excavation, and concrete work.
- Performed final grading and hydroseeding.
- Operated construction equipment and machinery.
- Coordinated project timelines and resources, ensuring timely completion of homes.
- Successfully managed projects through every phase of residential construction.
- Built a reputation for dependable, high-quality workmanship.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Jay High School
01-2011
Skills
- Occupational Safety & Health (OSHA) Compliance
- NAVSEA Compliance
- Maritime & Shipyard Safety
- Construction Safety
- Safety inspections
- Risk assessment
- Safety Equipment Inspection
- Safety Equipment Operation
- Safety training
- Breathing Air Monitoring
- Air quality testing
- Confined Space Safety
- Confined space entry
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- Fire safety
- Fall protection
- Machine guarding
- Hazard Mitigation Strategies
- Hazard communication
- Safety regulations
- Safety compliance auditing
- Safety documentation management
- Safety protocols
- Safety standards
- Construction safety management
- Construction Risk Management
- Quality workmanship
- Site Safety Coordination
- Incident reporting
- Injury tracking
- Accident prevention
- Corrective actions
- Investigation techniques
- Leadership & Teamwork
- Team Leadership
- Team building
- Problem Solving
- Strong Work Ethic
- Professionalism
- Blueprint Reading
- Commercial Carpentry
- Drywall Installation
- Concrete & Foundations
- Plumbing
- First aid administration
- Safety incident reports
- Accident prevention
- Safety protocols
- Corrective actions
- Investigation techniques
- Team building
Certification
- Shipyard Competent Person Certification
- OSHA 30 Construction
- OSHA 10 Maritime
- Fire Watch Certification
- VSRA Certification
- Marine Chemist Support Experience (CP Tank Certification Assistance)
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Safety Technician
IMIA Shipbuilding
02.2023 - Current
Lead Carpenter
Local 157 Carpenters Union
06.2019 - 04.2023
Lead Carpenter / Plumber
O'Donnell Residential Construction
01.2012 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
John Jay High School