Richard Martinez

Experience

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  US Army

  Jan 1986 - Jan 1991

  Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Operations Non-Commissioned Officer

  Hazardous Materials:Conducted unit dosimetry, monitoring, surveys, and decontamination operations. Predicted the effects of weather and terrain on the spread of contamination. Posted contaminated areas and plotted them on maps. Determined areas, equipment and personnel to be decontaminated. Decontaminated personnel, materials, equipment and terrain. Prepared decontamination solutions and operated decontamination apparatus. Performed all decontamination tasks in a toxic environment. Computed radiological factors affecting personnel and equipment. Led and conducted route, point, and area surveys for Radiological, Biological and Chemical contamination. Operated Chemical and Biological detection and identification kits and equipment. Operated and maintained Chemical Agent Alarms and Radiation monitoring equipment. Conducted contamination sampling.Supervisory:Advised unit commander on all Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Operations. Observed and reported on the operating efficiency and preparedness of the unit. Provided subordinate personnel with technical guidance. Planned and organized work schedules and duty assignments. Over saw maintenance of all equipment and coordinated for maintenance support. Spot checked adequacy of work. Ensured regulatory compliance. Assured adherence of subordinates to individual protective measures and safety precautions.Operations:Provided technical writing, data entry and database management. Tracked radiation exposures by individual, team, section and organization. Prepared and evaluated Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical reports. Prepared radiological fallout predictions as well as chemical and biological downwind hazard predictions. Training:Prepared and conducted training for up to 500 soldiers on Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Operations. Prepared and conducted physical fitness and weapons certifications for up to 500 soldiers. Show less

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  Los Alamos National Laboratory

  Oct 1993 - Jun 1995

  Experimental Equipment and Facility Operator Tech III

  Hazardous Materials:Operated the Waste Characterization, Reduction, and Repackaging Facility (WCRRF) at Los Alamos National Laboratory. Provided facility and capability support for internal and external radioactive waste technology research and development. Characterized, non-destructively tested, processed and repackaged TRU, TRU Mixed, and other radioactive wastes. Served as waste management coordinator for the WCRRF. Packaged, documented, and shipped Low Level Radioactive Waste. Acquired, stored, and inventoried Hazardous Chemical Materials.Computers and Electronics:Provided technical writing, data entry and database management. Provided software and hardware technical support and acquisition. Maintained and repaired 15 IBM and Compatible computers with peripherals. Designed, fabricated and maintained power supplies for custom closed circuit camera systems. Designed, fabricated and maintained and operated custom closed circuit camera systems. Configured, operated and maintained an A/B Roll Video Editing System. Provided free hand and computer aided drafting of mechanical and structural designs for site specific use. Operated and maintained a 250 yd3 Glove box, PAK-44 plasma torch, PAR 3000 Electromechanical manipulator, and Exhaust air filtration system. Show less

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  New Mexico Tech EMRTC

  Jan 2002 - Feb 2007

  Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health Technician

  Provided safety support for NM Response to Terrorist Bombing Incidents. Conducted weekly OSHA safety training and SOP reviews. Ensured compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and NRC regulation. Served as Assistant Radiation Safety Officer. Conducted and maintained personnel and area dosimetry records. Oversaw all hazardous materials activities. Conducted safety inspections of more than 30 facilities and testing operations in a 42 square mile field laboratory. Acquired and maintained safety and hazardous materials equipment and supplies. Coordinated training and specialized certifications of employees. Managed medical surveillance programs. Coordinated occupational health programs, hazardous materials and hazardous waste programs, environmental compliance, and pollution prevention. Provided primary response for medical and hazardous materials emergencies in the field lab and on campus. Coordinated and supervised contamination containment and decontamination operations. Conducted air sampling and supervised confined space entries and rescues. Acquired, stored, and inventoried Hazardous Chemical Materials. Provided Occupational, Explosives, Construction, and OSHA Safety support for DHS, DOD, and Contractor operations. Identified occupational health and environmental issues and recommended corrective actions. Provided First Responder medical support to test facilities as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B). Maintained HAZWOPER and respiratory protection certifications to support test operations. Qualified on Half Face air purifying respirator, Full Face air purifying respirator, Supplied Air respirator, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and the BIOPAK 240 Rebreather respirator. Knowledge of site cleanup and remediation, RCRA, hazardous materials. Selected appropriate levels of personal protective equipment and respiratory protection. Developed written programs and SOP's related to environmental, safety and occupational health for test operations. Show less

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  ARA - Shock Physics Division

  Jan 2007 - Dec 2007

  Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health Technician

  Conducted weekly OSHA safety training and SOP reviews. Ensured compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and NRC regulation. Oversaw all hazardous materials activities. Performed safety audits of facilities and testing operations. Acquired and maintained safety and hazardous materials equipment and supplies. Coordinated training and specialized certifications of employees. Managed OSHA and DOT medical surveillance programs. Provided primary response for medical and hazardous materials emergencies at all test facilities. Supervised five Emergency Medical Services First Responders. Acquired, stored, and inventoried Hazardous Chemical Materials. Provided contractor Occupational, Construction, OSHA, and Explosives Safety support for Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) test operations. Identified occupational health and environmental issues and recommended corrective actions. Provided First Responder medical support to test facilities as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B). Maintained HAZWOPER and respiratory protection certifications to support test operations. Qualified on Half Face air purifying respirator, Full Face air purifying respirator, Supplied Air respirator, Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and the BIOPAK 240 Rebreather respirator. Knowledge of site cleanup and remediation, RCRA hazardous materials. Selected appropriate levels of personal protective equipment and respiratory protection. Developed written programs and SOP's related to environmental, safety and occupational health for test operations. Conducted air sampling in support of confined space and environmental requirements. Show less

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  Defense Threat Reduction Agency

  Jan 2008 - Apr 2011

  Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health Technician

  Manage safety program elements including Accident Reporting and Record Keeping, as well as, Hazard Reporting and Abatement. Conduct formal investigations of reportable and non-reportable mishaps involving personal injury accidents, property damage, or occupational illnesses at agency locations globally. Develop and implement programs to reduce the frequency, severity, and cost of accidents and occupational illnesses. Apply safety and occupational health laws, regulations, principles, theories, practices, and procedures to advise on or resolve technical matters dealing with occupational safety and health requirements. Conduct inspections and surveys of agency workplaces and processes at locations around the globe for compliance with policies, standards, and regulations. Develop safety and occupational health standards, regulations, practices, and procedures to eliminate or control potential hazards. Develop and recommend safety and occupational health policy to higher levels of management. Trained agency personnel in safety or occupational health subjects. Performed audits to control or eliminate unsafe conditions that may cause injury to persons or damage to property. Recommend revisions to safety instructions and guides relevant to current or planned contractor operations and base employees. Reviewed plans and specifications for minor construction, building alterations and/or changes in facility equipment, to ensure compliance with safety codes and standards. Provided safety training and instructions on specific safety procedures to supervisors, employees and/or unit safety representatives on traffic safety techniques, proper storage of hazardous materials, laboratory hazards, and building evacuation procedures. Developed and implemented databases to streamline daily activities of the ESOH Division. Served as ESOH Division Information Assurance and Security Manager, Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act Manager, and ESOH Division Marketing Program Manager. Show less

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  United States Air Force Pararescue\Combat Rescue Officer School

  Apr 2011 - Apr 2014

  Safety and Occupational Health Specialist

  Mishap prevention manager for the United States Air Force’s largest training wing. Was responsible for the occupational health and safety welfare of 900 plus students and 51 instructors engaged in combat weapons, physical conditioning and strengthening, water proficiency and survival, parachuting and other aviation training, etc. This training is conducted in environmentally harsh conditions to prepare “Special Operations” Airmen for the most mentally and physically demanding conditions they may encounter during active combat, rescue or humanitarian missions. Provided real-time consultation at locations ranging from the desert floor of Arizona, across the waterways of Florida, to the mountain tops of New Mexico and on Airborne weapon system platforms. Drastically reduced property damage and personnel injuries, Show less

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  New Mexico Corrections Department

  Apr 2014 - Jul 2017

  Risk Management Officer / Safety and Occupational Health Manager (Chief of Safety Equivalent)

  Responsible for the Occupational Health and Safety of Employees, Inmates, Probation and Parolees, and property throughout the state. Manage the Loss Prevention/Control and Workers Compensation programs for the Department. Inspect all facilities to ensure IFC, NFPA, OSHA, EPA, NMED, and ACA compliance. Perform Compliance Audits of Contracted Facilities to ensure Contract Compliance. Conduct Industrial Hygiene surveys of Indoor Air Quality, Lighting, and Noise. Oversee Underground and Above Ground Petroleum Storage Tank programs. Show less

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  United States Air Force Pararescue\Combat Rescue Officer School

  Jul 2017 - now

  Safety and Facilities Manager

  Mishap prevention manager for the United States Air Force’s largest training wing. Responsible for the occupational health and safety welfare of 900 plus students and 51 instructors engaged in combat weapons, physical conditioning and strengthening, water proficiency and survival, parachuting and other aviation training, etc. This training is conducted in environmentally harsh conditions to prepare “Special Operations” Airmen for the most mentally and physically demanding conditions they may encounter during active combat, rescue or humanitarian missions. Plan, oversee, and manage all construction ranging from small facility repair and maintenance to Multi-Million dollar MILCON projects. Show less