Steve Berry

Results-driven EHS/Construction Safety professional with 15+ years of progressive experience in heavy industrial construction, multi-trade supervision, and regulatory compliance across oil & gas, automotive manufacturing, and large-scale plant construction. Proven ability to oversee multi-level construction operations including NGL/cryogenic gas plant builds, automotive assembly plant retrofits, and offshore platform construction. Deep expertise in OSHA, EPA, PSM/PSR, LOTO, confined space, crane/rigging operations, electrical safety, and multi-contractor coordination.

Currently based in Texas and pursuing opportunities in AI data center construction, semiconductor fabrication (chip) plant builds, and advanced manufacturing facility construction (including Tesla Gigafactory-scale projects).

EHS Contractor Safety Specialist at Safety On-Site Solutions (Toyota / Lexus) (2025-10 – Present)

• Supervise and ensure safety of 30+ multi-craft employees (electricians, millwrights, pipefitters, laborers) during automotive plant construction and retrofit operations.
• Oversee installation of floor railing systems, robot housing, heat treat units, gear line units, electrical transformer units, and cooling units — directly transferable to data center MEP and semiconductor tool install oversight.
• Review and approve critical lift JSAs; assist third-party contractors in executing complex rigging and crane operations.
• Monitor safety compliance and document observations, ensuring adherence to Toyota TCSR policies and all OSHA regulations.
• Enforce LOTO policies and continuously audit LOTO documentation across multiple concurrent work areas.
• Conduct comprehensive incident/accident investigations and report findings to Toyota HSE leadership.
• Ensure all D-forms and pre-operation documentation are completed prior to work commencement.
• TBMNC, Liberty, NC, I supervised Multiple company trades / crafts which included HVAC, Electricians, Pipefitters, plumbers, communication installers, and environmental personnel in the construction of a training / office facility. Ensuring the Master JSA/PTA SF-120 (03) was in place prior to starting any new operations.
• Ensured the D-16 /15 (Daily JSA) was reviewed and completed prior to starting work, and every employee understood every task(s) before starting work prior.
• Observed crews installing a totalizer system accessing a large open trench. I inspected and reviewed the D-26 (Lifting checklist) inspected forklifts and cranes prior to starting the job task, discussing any discrepancies with the crew.
• Conducted weekly facility walkthroughs with Toyota and other clients, identifying and mitigating /eliminating all unsafe hazards, then discussing any issues with crews in the morning safety meetings. Also attending monthly Toyota safety meetings.
• I conducted Confined space operations. Prior to starting job, I conducted confine space reading with an air monitor, to ensure no hazardous gases were present. Ensured that a continuous air system was in place and well ventilated, I filled out and reviewed with crew prior to job (D-19 space entry / checklist / permit)
• Conducted daily inspections on all areal lifts / scissor lifts prior to starting the job using (D-20).
• Conducting new hire orientations to new hires coming onboard.
• Observed electrical operations, running wires, cable trays, installing various types of panels, and ensuring that all Permits were filled out correctly. (D-45, Energized electrical work permit (EEWP)
• Conducted continuous monitoring of all safety related documents, reports and issues. (D-35 Daily)

SSHO / HSE Specialist at Acadian / SMS (2022-09 – 2025-10)

• Led pre-shift safety meetings, performed stop-work authority actions, and documented all corrective actions — skills directly applicable to fast-paced data center and fab construction sites.
• Prepared comprehensive contractor performance reports including JSAs, permits, incident/accident logs, and BBS cards entered into Veris portal system.
• Conducted site observation reviews, organized hazard hunts, and documented resolution of all identified issues.
• Delivered site-specific safety orientation training for new contractors and personnel.
• Verified contractor compliance with EHS programs, regulatory reporting, and scope-specific training (H2S, Hazcom, well control).
• Participated in incident/accident investigations; prepared notifications and reports for project/functional management per incident reporting procedures.
• Supervised multi-discipline operations: welding, electrical, hydro testing, blasting/painting, pipe fitting, and crane operations across all project stages.

EHS Contractor Safety Specialist at Safety On-Site Solutions (Toyota / Lexus) (2024-07 – 2024-10)

• Provided EHS oversight for automotive plant construction including floor railing system installations and equipment retrofits.
• Conducted daily safety meetings and enforced Toyota TCSR policies and procedures.
• Performed pre-job tool inspections, monitored LOTO compliance, and coordinated closely with Toyota HSE and supervisors.

Offshore Production Operator (B) at ES&H Production Group (2022-05 – 2022-09)

• Monitored and recorded production data from computer systems and meter readings; performed regulatory safety device inspections and testing.
• Conducted visual facility inspections for leaks, pollution, temperature variances, and mechanical issues — skills transferable to cleanroom and data center environmental monitoring.
• Performed equipment maintenance, valve replacements, and platform repairs; stationed at Sabine Gas Plant for plant-level maintenance operations.

Lease Operator at Crosby Energy Services (2022-02 – 2022-05)

• Collected operational data from gauges and meters, documented readings, and entered data into company reporting systems.
• Issued LOTO permits, participated in pre-job walk-downs, and attended daily safety meetings.
• Proactively monitored well and equipment performance, taking appropriate action to maintain operational integrity.

Field HSE Consultant — Offshore Division at Pharma-Safe Industrial Services (2021-10 – 2022-02)

• Monitored all construction and repair operations (welding, electrical, hydro testing, blasting/painting, pipe fitting, crane operations) across pre-production, production, and post-start-up stages.
• Administered all permit-to-work documentation including hot work, cold work, confined space entry, and LOTO permits.
• Ensured compliance with MMS, EPA, OSHA, and API regulations; conducted accident investigations as needed.

Sr. EHS Specialist / HR — North America at International Automotive Components Group (IAC) (2020-11 – 2021-10)

• Oversaw implementation of full EHS program for automotive manufacturing plant; developed plant-level policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Reviewed all incident investigations for accuracy including root cause identification and corrective actions — critical skill for high-reliability environments such as semiconductor fabs and data centers.
• Managed OSHA 300/301 logs and company compliance with all environmental, occupational health, and workplace safety regulations.
• Implemented Emergency Action Plans, maintained medical supply stations, and conducted monthly equipment inspections.
• Led ISO 9001 internal audits, managed worker’s compensation cases, and trained employees in OSHA courses, forklift, scissor lift, and man lift operations.
• Supported continuous improvement, employee engagement, and safety incentive programs across the plant.

HS&E Specialist III at Apache Corporation (2017-10 – 2020-03)

• Oversaw multi-level construction operations on the building of several NGL gas plants and one of the largest cryogenic plants in West Texas — large-scale industrial construction directly comparable to data center and chip fab mega-projects.
• Conducted and led Pre-Startup Reviews (PSR), Process Safety Management (PSM) reviews, and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) on multiple plants — directly relevant to semiconductor and data center commissioning.
• Managed all permit-to-work processes: hot work, LOTO, critical lifts, excavation, confined space entry, and crane operations including crawler cranes, track cranes, friction cranes, and knuckle cranes.
• Oversaw pipeline installation operations and inspected shoring/trenching permits.
• Conducted Apache safety orientations for new hires and contractors; assisted midstream personnel in maintaining effective safety programs.
• Monitored and recommended improvements to safety standards per OSHA and state regulations; conducted light surveys, air monitoring with IR cameras, and ensured EPA compliance.
• Performed DOT inspections on all company vehicles monthly.

Equipment Operator (Frac Tech) at Elwood Staffing — Contracted to Schlumberger (2017-03 – 2017-10)

• Operated frac equipment across multiple states; rigged up/down trucks and equipment with thorough pre-job inspections.
• Conducted inspections and maintenance on all truck/units; repaired back-end pumps on a daily basis.

Plant Health and Safety Manager at Berry Global Inc.

BS in Health and Safety