Jonathan Wilbanks
Lula
Summary
Dynamic Safety Technician with proven expertise at SK Battery in hazard identification and compliance. Enhanced workplace safety through effective training and incident investigation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Skilled in safety documentation and problem-solving, I am committed to maintaining high safety standards and operational excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Safety Technician
SK Battery
07.2023 - Current
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Monitored and reported on safety equipment usage and maintenance schedules.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement safety best practices across operations.
- Facilitated regular safety audits, identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
- Provided guidance on personal protective equipment (PPE) usage and compliance protocols.
- Assisted in developing safety training materials for employee onboarding programs.
- Identified workforce safety violations and issued violations to maintain integrity of safety program.
- Assisted in accident investigations to determine root causes, prevent future occurrences, and maintain a safe work environment.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
Fire Captain
Banks County Fire-EMS
Homer, GA
05.2013 - 07.2023
- Supervised firefighting operations, ensuring safety compliance and effective team coordination during emergency responses.
- Conducted regular training sessions for firefighters, enhancing skills in fire suppression and rescue techniques.
- Developed and implemented operational protocols, improving response times to fire emergencies.
- Managed equipment inspections and maintenance schedules, ensuring readiness of firefighting tools and vehicles.
- Analyzed incident reports to identify trends, recommending improvements for future operational effectiveness.
- Led debriefing sessions post-incidents, fostering a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence within the team.
- Mentored new firefighters in developing essential skills and understanding departmental expectations for performance excellence.
- Led a team of firefighters in extinguishing hazardous material fires, minimizing environmental impact and potential harm to nearby residents.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for public safety initiatives.
- Managed personnel schedules, ensuring adequate staffing for optimal response times during emergencies.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Led team in fighting fires and exercised considerable judgment in deciding best way to extinguish based on type of fuel and environment.
Maintenance Mechanic
Stepan
02.2007 - 03.2013
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in various equipment, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent equipment failures and extend machinery lifespan.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems, enhancing response time.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs that reduced downtime and improved overall productivity.
- Managed inventory of repair parts and tools, ensuring availability for timely maintenance activities.
- Led cross-departmental initiatives to improve equipment reliability, driving strategic operational improvements across facilities.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Communicated effectively across departments regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Emergency Medicine
North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GACertificate - OSHA 30
OSHA
Skills
- Safety documentation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety training delivery
- Incident reporting
- Confined space entry
- Industrial hygiene
- Machine guarding
- Chemical handling
- Spill response
- Security measures
- Hazard identification
- Electrical safety
- Fire safety management
- Personal protective equipment
- Accident investigation
- Waste disposal
- Health and safety regulations
- Permit-to-work systems
- Safe lifting techniques
- Hazardous materials management
- Traffic control
- First aid administration
- Hazard elimination
- Fall protection
- Workplace inspection
- Safety incident reports
- Equipment calibration
- Problem-solving
- Safety procedures
- Site analysis
- Incident investigation
- Accident prevention
Accomplishments
OSHA 30
HAZMAT Technican
Firefighter 2
Advanced EMT
Instructor
Timeline
Safety Technician
SK Battery
07.2023 - Current
Fire Captain
Banks County Fire-EMS
05.2013 - 07.2023
Maintenance Mechanic
Stepan
02.2007 - 03.2013
Graduate Certificate - Emergency Medicine
North Georgia Technical College
Certificate - OSHA 30
OSHA