Kelly Schmidt

About Kelly Schmidt

With over 10 years of dedicated experience in occupational safety, my mission is to create a safe work environments that align with the values and culture of Joe Bland Construction, where I currently contribute. Driven by a passion for employee well-being and regulatory compliance, my expertise lies in hazard analysis, risk assessment, and safety training. My goal is to continuously integrate diverse perspectives and experiences to enhance safety protocols and foster a culture of proactive safety management.At Joe Bland Construction, my role encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, from conducting on-site safety inspections to managing OSHA recordkeeping and employee training. I\'ve applied my skills in industrial and construction safety to significantly improve our workplace safety standards. By educating our employees and Project Managers, I\'ve facilitated a deeper understanding of safety matters, empowering our team to maintain a robust safety compliance framework.

Experience

1. Safety Manager

   Joe Bland Construction, LLC

   Jul 2025 — Present · Austin, TX, US

Education

• Columbia Southern University

  Bachelor's degree, Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician

  2011 — 2014

• Indiana State University

  Bachelor's degree, Criminology

  2002 — 2006

Skills

• Risk Assessment
• Microsoft Office
• Overhead Cranes
• Occupational Health
• Scaffolding
• Hazard Analysis
• Microsoft Word
• Adult Cpr
• Safety Management Systems
• Waste Management
• Project Estimation
• Subcontracting
• Change Orders
• Construction
• First Aid Training
• Accident Investigation
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Hazardous Materials Training
• Construction Safety
• Inspection
• Osha 30-Hour
• Safety Auditing
• Ergonomics
• Fire Prevention
• Toxicology
• Industrial Hygiene
• Carpentry
• Dot Regulations
• Rigging