Michael R. Mireles
*** ********* ** ****: 915-***-****
El Paso, TX 79928 **********@*****.***
Dear Hiring Professional:
Please consider this letter of introduction as an expression of interest in exploring and identifying career opportunities with your organization. My résumé is enclosed for your review and consideration.
My particular expertise lies in management and handling of hazardous and non-hazardous materials, to include safety, construction and mining, emergency response operations, technical resource and instruction of EPA, DOT, OSHA, TECQ, NMED and various law enforcement agencies.
I attribute my success to several key factors including: (1.) a capacity for continued personal and professional growth (2.) advanced interpersonal and analytical skills (3.) the ability to find structural solutions to business problems and (4.) the ability to deliver volume and accuracy in a performance-critical environment.
Confident that the strength of my experience combined with my dedication, professionalism, commitment and attitude, I will add measurable value to your organization. I would appreciate an opportunity to meet with you to discuss your needs and my potential to contribute as a team member to your company. Please call me at your earliest convenience. In the interim, thank you for your attention, consideration and forthcoming response.
Sincerely,
Michael R. Mireles
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Michael R. Mireles
605 Maravilla St Cell: 915-***-****
El Paso, TX 79928 **********@*****.***
FUNCTIONAL EXPERTISE
Extensive knowledge, skills and capabilities derived from a substantial career in the environmental field for over 21 years, experience in Management and hauling of Hazardous and Non Hazardous Materials. Training in OSHA Regulatory to include Safety, construction, Mining, Heavy Equipment Operator, Emergency Response and Technical Resources. Certifications in OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER, Texas A&M Incident Command Safety Office and National Fire Academy. Also s skilled instructor of EPA, DOT and OSHA Haz-Mat. Certified to respond to DEA Clandestine Drug Labs along with being a PCB specialist. Demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, initiative and discretion in performing duties with a high level of competence.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Lower Valley Water District 2015 to present
Risk Management and Safety Director
To oversee 12 departments for all safety on day to day operations involving, waste water, water, mechanic shop, engineering, purchasing, records, solid waste, cashiers, meter readers, field inspectors, and warehouse. Responsible for all reporting of, accidents, incidents, spills, Concentra medical forms, drug testing, inventory control, requisitions for purchasing equipment, personnel protective equipment, sampling air, water, and soils, instructor training all employees in DOT, EPA, OSHA course that are applicable to company. Also oversee all waste disposal for mechanic shop, oil, oil filters, fuel, rags, asbestos material, aerosols, Hazardous and Non Hazardous waste. Work with TECQ on state regulations for water and waste water compliance.
H2O Environmental, Inc. 2013 - 2015
General Operations Manager/ Haz-Mat Instructor
To oversee and direct daily operations involving all field personnel, customer walkthroughs, proposal, job logs, reports, equipment & supplies inventory, major contracts, obtain new contracts, maintain customer relationships, compliances with all state and federal regulations, permits, safety and waste disposal, provide instructional training and certifications for all employees, DOT, OSHA, EPA, TECQ, NMED, and general contract, and storm water
Environmental & Safety Solutions 2010-2013
Project Coordinator/ Haz-Mat Instructor
To oversee and direct daily operations involving all field personnel, customer walkthroughs, proposal, invoices, job logs, reports, equipment & supplies inventory, major contracts, obtain new contracts, maintain customer relationships, compliances with all state and federal regulations, permits, safety and waste disposal, provide instructional training and certifications for all employees, DOT, OSHA, EPA, TECQ, NMED, and general contract, and storm water
ROAD MACHINERY a subsidiary of MITSUI & CO, LTD. 2006 – 2010
Service Coordinator/Product Support Service Representative
To oversee and direct daily operations involving three field mechanics, a shop foreman and three office personnel as well as the responsibility for field operations, shop, parts department, quotes, invoices, major contracts, maintain strong customer relationships and safety and environmental waste disposal as well as provided instructional training for DOT and OSHA Compliance.
RINCHEM COMPANY, INC. 1993–2006
Project Manager-Emergency Response Field Services (1999-2003)
To oversee and direct fifteen individuals in daily operations involving handling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, inventory control and management, emergency response, field instrumentation and site remediation, serviced major accounts, as well as to provide providing comprehensive Haz-Mat instruction and training for EPA, DOT and various law enforcement agencies.
Lead Hazmat Technician-Emergency Response Team (1997-1999)
Supervised and trained a five individual emergency response team in handling of remediation and emergency chemical spill response requests. Enforced strict compliance with state, local and federal regulations as well as serviced accounts and maintained strong customer relationships.
Warehouse Supervisor (1993-1997)
Managed seven individuals in daily warehouse operations, handling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, handled inventory control, customer service as well as emergency response and site remediation.
SPECIALIZED TRAINING
•HAZWOPER 8-Hour Refresher Training 01/2005 and 2014
•Response to Clandestine Drug Labs-DEA 12/2001
•Training for Emergency Response Personnel 04/2001
•Railroad (“Roadway”) Workers On-Track Safety Training-Rules 03/2001
Governing Railroad Contractors
•Advanced DOT Haz-Mat Training 02/1996 and 2013
•Remediation Manager and Supervisor Training 09/2000
•OSHA Confined Space Entry Training 02/1999and 2013
•OSHA Lock-Out/Tag-Out 02/1999and 2013
•OSHA Supplied Air Respirator Training 02/1999 and 2013
•Hazardous Communications 03/1998 and 2013
•Hazardous Waste Profiling Training 02/1998
•American Railroads Emergency Training 07/1997
•Haz-Cat Chemical Identification 11/1997
•Trench Shoring Services Safety in Excavation 04/1997
•RCRA for the Technician 04/1997
•Sexual Harassment Awareness Training 10/1996
•Lead Worker Refresher 09/1995
•Blood borne Pathogens Awareness 02/1995
•Hazardous Waste and Environmental Sampling 01/1995 and 2013
•Hazardous Material Incident Response Operations 04/1994 and 2013
Equipment Operator Certifications:
Excavator, Loader, backhoe, skid steer, boom truck, scissor lift, Compact Roller, Forklifts-all types.
Class A- CDL License-
Certified in Full Face Respirators/ Self Contain Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
Regulatory Experience:
Occupational Health & Safety (29 CFR1910) & (29CFR1926)
National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), as amended (42USC 4321 et seq.)
Clean Air Act, as amended (42USC 7401 et seq.)
Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations, HMR, 126 (f) & 181; 49 CFR Parts 171-180.
Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water Act), as amended (33 USC 1251 et seq.)
Resource Conservation and recovery Act (RCRA, 42 USC 6901 et seq.)
Safe Drinking Water Act (42 USC 300ft et seq.)
Endangered Species Act as amended (16 USC 668-668d)
EDUCATION
Texas A&M – Incident Safety Officer-National Fire Academy FEMA – Graduate 04/2005
El Paso Technical School for Auto Mechanics – Basics Graduate 1985
Eastwood High School – Basics Graduate 1984
REFERENCES
Available upon request