Hockley, TX
OSHA inspections and DOL WHD cases sourced from the most recent federal release. Each employer record links to the full inspection or case history.
As of 2024, Hockley, TX has 11 employers tracked by OSHA with 20 total inspections and $212K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Hockley
Workplace safety enforcement records in Hockley, TX span 11 employers and 20 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.8 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 22 violations — a rate of 1.10 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $212K, averaging $19K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: GBW RAILCAR SERVICES, L.L.C. alone accounts for $149K in current OSHA penalties, representing 70.0% of the citywide total. The 22 violations on record include every citation category OSHA tracks — serious, willful, repeat, and other-than-serious. Because OSHA prioritizes complaint-driven and high-hazard inspections, cities with active enforcement footprints like Hockley typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 11 employer records provide a verifiable compliance trail. Each record below links to that employer's full inspection history, violation breakdown, and penalty timeline. The underlying data comes directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement database and reflects current assessed amounts following any settlements, informal conferences, or formal contests.
Top Employers in Hockley
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GBW RAILCAR SERVICES, L.L.C. Manufacturing | 2 | 8 | $149K |
| 2 | SCHULTE BUILDING SYSTEMS, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 2 | $13K |
| 3 | MANUEL DE JESUS MELARA Construction | 2 | 2 | $12K |
| 4 | URIEL LOPEZ Construction | 2 | 1 | $11K |
| 5 | ILSON GIOVANNI FIGUEROA Construction | 2 | 4 | $8K |
| 6 | ALBERTO CASTRO Construction | 2 | 2 | $7K |
| 7 | Baker's Dozen Kolaches & Donuts Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | ESTEBAN GARCIA SANCHEZ Construction | 2 | 1 | $5K |
| 9 | PROFESSIONAL ROOFING & SHEET METAL Construction | 2 | 1 | $4K |
| 10 | JORGE SABAS Construction | 2 | 1 | $3K |
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All Employers in Hockley, TX
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| GBW RAILCAR SERVICES, L.L.C. | Manufacturing | 2 | $149K |
| SCHULTE BUILDING SYSTEMS, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $13K |
| MANUEL DE JESUS MELARA | Construction | 2 | $12K |
| URIEL LOPEZ | Construction | 2 | $11K |
| ILSON GIOVANNI FIGUEROA | Construction | 2 | $8K |
| ALBERTO CASTRO | Construction | 2 | $7K |
| Baker's Dozen Kolaches & Donuts | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| ESTEBAN GARCIA SANCHEZ | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| PROFESSIONAL ROOFING & SHEET METAL | Construction | 2 | $4K |
| JORGE SABAS | Construction | 2 | $3K |
| GBW RAILCAR SERVICES, LLC | Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | $0 |
Source: OSHA Enforcement Data — U.S. Department of Labor (data.dol.gov)
Source: Wage & Hour Division (WHD) Compliance Actions — U.S. Department of Labor
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.