Samuel G. Ybarra
*** * ****** ** *******, Texas *7520 +1-346-***-**** ***********@*****.***
Dedicated and highly skilled Texas Security Officer (License # 161011901) with extensive experience in leadership, and strategic operations. Seeking to leverage expertise in security management, crisis resolution, and team coordination to contribute effectively to an organization. Committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and service while fostering strong community relations and ensuring operational excellence.
MILITARY & PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
US ARMY Battalion Commander’s Personal Protection Officer and Personal Tactical driver.
Military airfield operations experience that includes Security Special Forces and flight line operations, either in a hands-on or airfield safety role, with an understanding of airfield markings and driving requirements.
Knowledge of aircraft loading/unloading operations, which included military equipment and/or explosives. Commercial and military aircrafts worked with 747’s, MD11’s, C-17’s, C-5’s.
Understanding of safety requirements involved in airfield cargo operation and airfield explosives operations. Familiar with winter operations for and cargo handling precautions and airfield work; air terminal operation center (ATOC); cargo ramp build up and tear down operation; and airfield security procedures.
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
•Safety Management
•Field Safety Representative
•Training & Mentoring
•HSE Audits and Inspections
•Occupational Safety
•Safety Incentive Programs
•Installation Safety and Environmental Programs
•Job Hazard Analysis
•OSHA, NIOSH, ANSI
•Hazardous Gas Sampling, Testing, and Reporting Toolbox HSE Meetings
•Strategic Safety Planning Documentation & Reporting
•Metrics Reporting
•Safety Best Practices
•Employee Safety Programs
•Minnesota Personality Inventory
•Occupational Injuries Accident/Incident Investigation
•Safety Laws and Regulations
•Hazardous Condition Monitoring
•Safety Equipment
•Level II Security Officers Certification
•Level III Security Officers Certification
•Level IV Security Officers Certification
•Intermediate Weapon Certification
•(Baton Training)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Private Security Security Officer Securitas USA Houston, Texas 12/2024 – Present
•Observing and reporting activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel.
•Making periodic patrols to check for irregularities and to inspect protection devices and fire control equipment.
•Installing security systems and controls.
•Inspecting and patrolling premises regularly.
•Monitoring surveillance cameras and reporting suspicious behavior.
•Communicating with law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical personnel.
•Presenting losses and damage by reporting irregularities and informing violators of policy and procedures.
•Securing premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, and access points.
•Investigating security breaches, incidents, and other alarming behavior.
•Controlling traffic by directing drivers.
•Helping protects clients’ people, property, and information.
HSE Specialist KBR, Inc. LCV EUCOM, Poland 10/2022 – 6/2023
•Implement health, safety and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines for the employees and safety department. Perform inspections to ensure conformity in all areas of HSE in accordance with client, federal, state, local regulations, and KBR procedures and policies.
•Interact with services personnel, clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies. Perform assignments requiring experience and knowledge of standard concepts and utilize core job competencies by analyzing solutions using standard procedures while developing advanced skills.
•Conducted with Security Special Forces Unit, key mission essential safety professional guidance and subject matter expertise.
Safety Coordinator Tradesmen International Wind Turbines & Solar Farms Projects United States 09/2021 – 10/2022
•Managed the development of Health, Safety, and Environmental programs. Ensured compliance with all local, state, federal and company EHS laws and regulations, so that owner’s interests were protected, and EPC contractor was adhering to contract obligations.
•Led group Safety between sites and ensured standardization of all safety practices. Utilized comprehensive knowledge of OSHA 1910 and OSHA 1926 in all inspections. Performed internal audits of all permitting and regulatory records for compliance as required per company policies and procedures. Coached and mentored department employees with Safety training achieved regardless of position.
•Conducted accident, incident investigation, and near miss occurrences. Continuously updated emergency procedures. Attended or conducted Safety related meetings which included Plan of the Day (POD) meetings with site owners and contractors, Project Safety meetings, all hands meetings, Stand down meetings, JHA and toolbox meetings, and risk assessment meetings.
ESH Supervisor Vectrus QBOSS, U. S. Army Doha, Qatar 02/2016 – 01/2020
•Assisted with organizing and managing the safety and environmental programs for the Vectrus Qatar Base Operations Services and Support (QBOSS) Program at US Army Area Support Group-Qatar (ASG-QA), Camp As Sayliyah, Doha, Qatar. Program included rigorous inspections, accident reporting and investigation, and provision of training to all Vectrus QBOSS and ASG-QA personnel and tenant units.
•Conducted key essential safety and risk assessment with Army Security Forces for (QBOSS) at US Army Area Support Group-QA (ASG-QA) Camp As Sayliyah.
•Responsibilities included coordination, implementation and supervision of the Program safety program, encompassing policies, plans, metrics reporting and inspection criteria to assure compliance with the OSHA, Army and contract Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements. Coordinated and supervised the Camp As Sayliyah Installation Safety and Environmental programs.
•Assured strict compliance with technical and operational publications by the host and tenant units and organizations and project staff.
Maintained frequent contact and interface with the tenant unit commanders and staff and the project staff on matter of mutual interest. Conducted special investigations and audits as requested.
Safety Supervisor Innovative Turnaround Controls Pasadena, Texas 09/2014 – 12/2015
•Oversaw health, safety, and compliance of company and employees. Implemented safety by OSHA, NIOSH, ANSI, and company standards and regulations. Assist in daily safety audits, and with third party safety, as well as company audits. Directed safety meetings and company training. Managed administrative reports, developed safety practices to prevent unseen hazards, and implemented safety incentive program. Inspected materials and equipment on a daily, monthly, and annual basis.
•Provided resources to employees through knowledge and experience. Ensured jobsite compliance with all federal and state health and safety regulations. Prepared site-specific safety plans, and managed pre-task planning and Job Hazard Analysis program for projects. Worked closely with the Corporate Safety Department and field operations to improve or maintain all areas of occupational safety and health performance of projects assigned.
Safety Manager Performance Insulation Contractors, Inc. La Porte, Texas 03/2014 – 09/2014
•Identified best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices. Facilitated a work environment that supports a safe and healthy culture and morale. Conducted and coordinated worker training in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and proper use of safety equipment.
•Performed safety audits and inspected facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance. Investigated work-related accidents, near miss incidents, and occupational injuries to determine causes, install preventive measures, and manage return-to-work activities. Provided technical advice, coaching, guidance, and mentoring to employees on safety initiatives and necessary changes.
TRAININGS & CERTIFICATIONS
•Construction Site Safety Technician (CSST) Certification
•Construction Site Safety Supervisor (CSSS) Certification
•Field Safety Supervisor
•Safety Technology
•OSHA 30-Hour
•First Aid Certified
•CPR Certified, AED Training
•Hazwoper 40-hour
•HYDRO NCCER
•Level II, III, IV Security Officers Certification
•Intermediate Weapon Certification (Baton Training)
•Weapons qualified 9MM, 12 gauge shot gun
•Reasonable Drug & Alcohol Suspicion Training
•Fall Protection Training
•Scaffold Competent Person Training
•City of Houston Traffic Control Training
•TWIC Card (Transportation Worker Identification
•Credential)
•Basic Plus
•OSHA 7205
•OSHA 510
•Trenching and Excavation Competent Person OSHA
•1926.650
•Local Site Safety Council Safety Training
•C CURE 9000 Security Program Trained
MILITARY & EDUCATION
US ARMY United States of America 1991 – 1999
San Jacinto Community College Houston, Texas 01/1993 - 12/1993
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Associated Builders and Contractors 01/2013 - 04/2013
OSHA Education Center University of Texas Arlington, Texas 04/2014
Private Security Officer Program TOP GUN SECURITY Houston, Texas 6/2023 - 8/2024