Oscar M. Barnes 

(559) 760-3869 

ozmonroe@hotmail.com 

 

Objective 

To obtain long-term, full-time, stable employment with potential for advancement, that allows me to provide for my family. To work in a position that encourages me to utilize my personnel management and problem-solving skills. To improve safety, efficiency and productivity to better my company's working environment. 

 

Work Experience 

Sierra Telephone (2012 to present) 

Safety and Environmental Administrator 

 

Primary responsibilities include but not limited to: 

 

·                                       Develop training programs and instruct Supervisors/Managers in techniques of conducting safety programs to ensure accident and loss control 

·                                       Administer Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations and ensure compliance. 

·                                       Maintain an effective written injury and illness prevention program according to SB 198 regulations 

·                                       Consult with all departments on design and use of equipment, fire preventions methods, and safety programs. 

·                                       Update annual county environmental and health department business plans for hazardous material inventory 

·                                       Inspect/Tour company facilities to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards and recommend corrective or preventative measures where indicated. 

·                                       Keep Managers and employees alerted as to the hazards of working with toxic fumes, dangerous chemicals, and any other hazardous substances. administer hazardous materials plan 

·                                       Maintain and coordinate Material Safety Data Sheet information (MSDS). 

·                                       Plan, coordinate and lead Safety Committee meetings and events 

·                                       Maintain building security by maintenance and control of security system and surveillance equipment 

·                                       Participate in the investigation of accidents and injuries. 

·                                       Interact with insurance claim adjusters on all claims for vehicle, injury, and property damage. 

·                                       Meet with the Workers Compensation insurance loss control agent to reduce lost work time and reduce workers compensation claims. 

·                                       Provide instruction for Defensive Driving and Medic First Aid courses. Provide other safety programs to increase proficiency in safe practices and promote safety consciousness. 

·                                       Provide Spill Prevention Control and Counter-measure Plans (SPCCP) training. 

·                                       Oversee duties and functions of the Environmental Specialist.  

 

Sierra Tel Business Systems (2007 to present) 

Installation Technician and C28 RME 

Primary responsibilities include installing, programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting the following:  

 

Alarm Systems	·                                       Ademco  ·                                       Caddx  ·                                       Silent Knight
Galaxy Access Control Systems	·                                       Door strikes  ·                                       Magnetic locks  ·                                       Emergency egress equipment  ·                                       Touch bars
Video Management Systems	·                                       ExacqVison  ·                                       Avigilon  ·                                       Pelco Endura  ·                                       Milestone  ·                                       Digital Sentry  ·                                       Toshiba Surveillix
Digital Video Recording Systems	·                                       Pelco 5100  ·                                       8000  ·                                       Dedicated Micros
IP cameras	·                                       Arecont  ·                                       Avigilon  ·                                       Sarix  ·                                       Panasonic  ·                                       Axis
Cable Installations	·                                       Cat3  ·                                       Cat5e  ·                                       Cat6  ·                                       Fiber (multi/single mode)  ·                                       Coaxal

 

Working with sales teams to implement product solutions for customer needs. Researching Life Safety Egress codes. Researching and implementing outside plant cable installation regulations. Training clients and fellow team members on new products. Oversee bids for accuracy and installations for quality.  

 

 

 

 

 

Rustic Design Homes (2003 to 2007) 

Skilled Construction Laborer 

Participated in all phases of custom home construction, from creating foundations to finishing work. Made sure all work met the standards and requirements of the Madera County construction code.  

 

Responsibilities  

·                                       Framing concrete forms. 

·                                       Pouring and finishing concrete foundations.  

·                                       Rough framing of exterior and interior walls.  

·                                       Hand nailing Hardi-plank lap and T1-11 siding.  

·                                       Roofing with composite shingles.  

·                                       Painting interior walls.  

·                                       Installing cabinets, toilettes, and sinks.  

·                                       Laying and grouting tile. 

 

Specialties 

·                                       Electrical: Planning and running all outlet and lighting circuits. Installing all switches, appliances, and breaker panels. Making sure all electrical circuits meet requirements for Madera county electrical safety code. 

 

·                                       Plumbing: Installing ABS septic drain and vent lines. Installing Aqua-pex hot and cold water lines. Cutting, threading, and installing gas pipelines. Making sure all installations meet code requirements for Madera County. 

 

 

World Championship Jousting Association (1999 to 2005) 

West Coast Director - 1999 to 2003 

President - 2003 to 2005 

Authored the WCJA rule book. This is a foundational rule book in the modernized jousting sport world, and has been borrowed and adapted by other international associations, including the American Jousting Association and the European Jousting League. It is also the basis for the system currently being used on the History Channel Show Full Metal Jousting. Topics covered in the rule book include but are not limited to:  

·                                       Judging and scoring rules for competition 

·                                       Specifications for safety equipment  

·                                       Event qualifications and competition requirements for the safety of horses, audience, and riders 

·                                       Regulations for care, transport, and protection of horses 

Directed meetings and forums with international membership to continue refining jousting standards. 

 

As Field Marshal, oversaw and enforced all rules at major international equestrian sporting events. Trained and certified all judges, staff, and other field crew. Very fast paced, stressful and critical position, calling for quick decisions and a cool head. Duties during competition included: 

·                                       Inspecting field conditions prior to event and making sure all field equipment meet safety standards. 

·                                       Managing up to 40 persons, including field assistants, judges, media, and competitors, as well as 20 or more horses at a time on one tournament field, all while keeping the event on schedule.  

·                                       Meeting with the Emergency Medical Crew and Veterinarian on the premises to establish an action plan, in case of injury to a horse or rider during the tournament.  

 

Education 

Fresno City College, Fresno, CA (1996-1997) 

Coursework in Psychology 

 

Certifications  

·                                       Galaxy Control Systems – System Galaxy Technical Training 

·                                       ExacqVision Certified Technician 

·                                       Pelco Endura Certified System Designer 

·                                       Pelco Endura Certified System Technician 

·                                       Pelco Certified CM9700 Installer 

·                                       Certified Fiber Optic Installer 

·                                       Bicsi Installer 1 Certification 

·                                       Defensive Driving 4 hour (DDC4) Trainer (Expired) 

·                                       First Aid/CPR/AED Trainer Level 1 

 

 

Memberships 

·                                       CalCom HR/Safety Committee 

·                                       American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) 

·                                       Central Valley Safety Society (CVSS) 

·                                       Fresno Zoo Society 

·                                       MENSA 

 

Special Skills 

·                                       Experience working in secure and confidential environments. 

·                                       Accomplished at conducting training sessions. 

·                                       Skilled at planning and leading team projects. 

·                                       Confident at resolving conflict, such as customer complaints and team member disagreements. 

·                                       Proven computer and math skills. 

·                                       Excellent spatial relations, mental mapping, and problem solving. 

·                                       Quickly assimilates and utilizes new information. 

·                                       Strives to improve the performance of the company and motivate fellow team members. 

 

References Upon Request