J ACK C OLTEN
***** ***** **** **** *****, OK ***62 580-***-**** ************@*****.***
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINER / MANAGER / FIELD REP
Versatile, resourceful, and results -driven professional with excellent qualifications and experien ce to lead and
support EHS programs, projects, and initiatives. Highly skilled at monitoring/managing regulatory compliance,
developing/implementing safety programs and training, reducing incidents and accidents, and creating/enforcing
effective policies and procedures. Eager to contribute talents toward collaborating with a safety minded company
to deliver safety improvements and to consistently achieve or exceed all corporate EHS targets and objectives .
B USINESS C OMPETENCIES
Health and Safety Investigations Federal / State / Local Regulations Develop/Deliver Safety Training
Create Site Specific Safety Plans Allocate/ Manage Key Resources Root Cause Analysis/ Strategies
Cross-Functional Collaborations Team Building/Staff Supervision Analyzing / Resolving Problems
P&L / Budget/ Financial Planning Project Management/ Facilitation Recordkeeping and Compliance
P ROFESSIONAL E XPERIENCE
2013 – Present
QHSE Trainer, Cudd Energy Services, Elk City, OK
Direct accountability for demonstrating initiative, communication and problem solving skills, and leadershi p
abilities to develop, maintain, and manage safety training and instructional programs for both management and
employees. Support the administration and compliance of applicable federal, state, and local Environmental, Health,
and Safety (EHS) regulations and adherence to corporate safety programs, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Directly responsible for evaluating crews including assessing s afety training/knowledge needs, identifying and
correcting behaviors and incorrect work practices, and providing safety orientations for all new employees.
Maintain open communication with management, crews, and training coordinator regarding safety programs,
policies, and issues. Assist in meetings, deliver presentations, and recommend solutions to EHS training needs.
Provide continuous support to facilitate a proactive safety culture via team collaboration and the creation o f
EHS training and communication plans directed at keeping employees informed and reducing incidents .
2010 – 2013
Senior EHS Specialist, Chesapeake Energy, Oklahoma City, OK
Coordinated, directed, and facilitated EHS training activitie s for the organization in accordance with identified
safety goals to achieve optimal communication of all company and government safety policies, regulations, and
compliance requirements expected of line managers, crews, and contractors. Provided knowledge and skill training
in field locations with an emphasis on incident/accident prevention, behaviors/work practices, and team concepts.
Worked with team members and management to improve the quality of EHS programs . Coordinated and led
safety education, training, and meetings and continually looked for opportunities to support safety needs.
Recommended measures to help protect workers from pot entially hazardous work methods, processes, an d
materials. Performed random audits, submitted compliance recommendations, and maintained safety records.
Drove health and safety awareness organization -wide as well as maintained detailed knowledge of applicabl e
laws. Oversaw safety/OSHA recordkeeping, performed field audits, and implemented corrective actions .
Additional Experience:
General Manager, JC Steamer Services, Elk City, OK (2007 – 2009)
School Teacher / Coach, Merritt Public Schools, Merritt, OK (2004 – 2007)
E DUCATION
B.S. in Health and Physical Education, Minor: Science, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Alva, OK
Professional Training: IADC and PEC Certified Instructor, OSHA 10 Hr and 30 Hr Certified instructor, Rigpass
and Safeland Instructor, Safeland and Safegulf Instructor, and Numerous Safety Train The Trainer Certifications
Military: Unit Leader, United States Marine Corps, Camp Pendleton, CA (Honorable Discharge/Many Merits)