Karlyn Hill
About Karlyn Hill
Karlyn Hill is a Utility Safety and Training Coordinator with extensive experience in safety management and training. She has held various roles, including Safety Engineer and Truck Driver Squad Leader, and possesses a Master's in Business Administration and a background in Occupational Safety and Health.
Current Role at Ocala
Karlyn Hill serves as the Utility Safety and Training Coordinator for the City of Ocala, a position she has held since 2015. In this role, she is responsible for coordinating and maintaining apprentice training programs, controlling the issuance of study materials, and providing testing on related subjects. Hill also prepares an annual safety budget, which she submits to the Utilities Finance Manager, demonstrating her financial planning skills in safety management. Additionally, she acts as the secretary to the apprenticeship committee, providing counsel for apprentices and supporting workforce development.
Previous Experience in Safety Engineering
Before her current position, Karlyn Hill worked as a Safety Engineer contractor at Covidien for six months in 2013, based in Deland, Florida. In this role, she focused on safety engineering practices and contributed to the organization's safety initiatives. Her experience in safety engineering provided her with a strong foundation in safety standards and regulatory compliance.
Military Background and Leadership
Karlyn Hill has a background in the United States Marine Corps, where she served as a Truck Driver Squad Leader from 2002 to 2009 for seven years. This experience involved leadership and logistical coordination, which contributed to her skills in team management and operational efficiency.
Educational Background in Safety and Business
Karlyn Hill studied at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where she earned a degree in Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician from 2009 to 2013. She furthered her education at Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale, achieving a Master's of Business Administration with a focus on Accounting and Finance from 2015 to 2017. This educational background supports her expertise in safety management and financial planning.
Expertise in Regulatory Compliance
In her role as Utility Safety and Training Coordinator, Karlyn Hill researches, develops, and maintains OSHA-required regulatory programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. She also ensures adherence to EPA and DEP regulations, including spill reporting, UST reporting, and PCB reporting. Her expertise in environmental safety compliance is a key aspect of her responsibilities.