Alvin Hodges
Summary
Efficient OSP Inspector known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Possess specialized skills in fiber optic cable testing, aerial and underground inspections, and quality assurance protocols. Excel in problem-solving, communication, and time management, ensuring successful project outcomes through effective coordination and oversight.
Resourceful OSP Site Supervisor known for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in project management, regulatory compliance, and team leadership. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and time management to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Engineer
JSI
, Utah
05.2026 - Current
- Managed construction projects ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with architects to resolve design issues and implement changes.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to maintain project schedules and quality.
- Conducted site inspections to monitor progress and adherence to safety protocols.
- Reviewed plans and specifications, identifying discrepancies for resolution.
- Managed day-to-day operations of assigned projects.
- Completed frequent inspection reports and daily documentation for assigned projects.
- Investigated field conditions and responded quickly to any issues or changes in scope of work.
- Monitored contractor performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
OSP Inspector
Mrl Engineering
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2019 - 06.2026
- OSP Inspector is responsible for ensuring that units placed by contractors are placed and recorded accurately as according to the design plans
- Ability to follow OSHA/State/Local Safety Standards
- Record daily activities in construction inspector journal
- Identify unsafe actions performed by contractor, record/report to crew Supervisor
- Provide guidance on engineered construction prints
- Generate As-Built records, by hand or digital format
- Identify and record deficiencies
- Effectively communicate corrective actions to subcontractor
- Effectively communicate with lessor experienced inspectors
- Review/Correct traffic control patterns, signs, flagmen
- Understanding of required PPE
- Record deviations from engineered plans
- Record pertinent notes as related to construction events
- Recognize, record and report deficiencies to construction supervisor
- Inspection of deficiencies reported to be complete
- Communicate verbally and in writing, necessary corrective actions and provide potential resolutions to avoid similar situations in the future
- Other related duties as assigned
- Conducted field inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications for accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinated with contractors to address construction issues promptly.
- Documented inspection findings and reported discrepancies to management.
- Monitored installation processes for adherence to industry standards.
- Provided guidance on best practices during field operations.
- Verified material quality and compliance with project requirements.
- Assisted in training new inspectors on inspection procedures and protocols.
Wireline Operator
Allied Horizontal Wireline Services
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2013 - 06.2019
- Wireline operations well pressure control.
- Certified crane operator.
- Weatherford wireline
Government Contractor
Military
Kuwait City, Afghanistan
11.2005 - 08.2013
- Perform full range of repair and maintenance on all MHE and RTCH equipment
- Troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic equipment and gauges
- Working knowledge of axle assemblies and lift cylinders
- RTCH equipment knowledge in Composite Can/Bus networks, handler gear motors, braking systems, and cab tracks and locking bar
- Maintain M-ATV series vehicles to increase protection of crew by installing Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) 82 Underbelly Install Kit (UIK) encompassing over 2000 pieces.
- Enhance crew compartment seats including shocks and upgraded floor.
- Supervised and trained team responsible for providing full range of maintenance for tactical and non-tactical vehicles with crew safety as highest priority.
- Detailed daily shop activities and presented reports to supervisor.
- Dispatched all motor pool vehicles in accordance with documented policies and ensured all drivers were properly licensed.
- Maintained motor pool vehicles at highest level of operability and coordinated movement to proper repair facilities as needed.
- Supervised and documented various repairs and maintenance of multiple types of vehicles and equipment from small engines to 25 ton heavy equipment vehicles and refrigeration units.
- Repaired and maintained various vehicles ten tons and over including automotive and construction, special purpose, and material handling equipment.
Civilian Mechanic
AUBREY CHEVROLET, FIRESTONE, JIM NORTON TOYOTA
01.2000 - 01.2011
- Oversaw service department accountability by auditing and balancing receipts nightly.
- Promoted from Mechanic to Shop Foreman to Customer Services Writer for providing overall improved customer service in the shop area and mentoring team members.
- Diagnosed vehicle issues and provided services such as oil changes, engine repairs and rebuilds, and brakes, air conditioning, suspension, and exhaust system tune-ups.
- Repaired, replaced, and overhauled automotive and heavy duty vehicle body and frame components, assemblies, and complete end items.
- Rebuilt and reinstalled subassemblies, gasoline components, diesel and multi-fuel engines, automatic, manual, and cross-drive transmissions, power-train assemblies, and brakes and steering components.
- Increased revenues by recommending needed services to customers through Service Writer.
- Performed general vehicle maintenance and repair duties.
- Overhauled and repaired internal combustion engines in vehicles and industrial equipment.
Education
Associate's - Automotive
GREAT PLAINS AREA VO-TECH
Lawton, OKHigh School -
Henryetta High School
Henryetta, OKSkills
- Ability to operate 40ton to 80ton crane
- Ability to troubleshoot, maintain and repair crane
- Ability to adhere to OSHA regulations
- Ability to work as a team member
- Blueprint Reading
- Brake Repair
- Equipment Repair
- Mechanic Experience
- Oil Change
- Refrigeration
- Suspension
- Microsoft Office
- Crane operation
- Management Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Construction Inspection
- Automotive Repair
- Computer Networking
- Construction Management
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Maintenance
- Facilities Maintenance
- Industrial Equipment Experience
- Handyman
- Electrical Experience
- Lawn Care
- As-built documentation
- Safety compliance
- Site inspection
- Traffic control
- Construction oversight
- Quality assurance
- Project management
- Technical reporting
- Deficiency identification
- Effective communication
- Problem resolution
- Team collaboration
- Mentoring less experienced staff
- Attention to detail
- Telecommunications engineering
- Contractor supervision
- Pole loading analysis
- Fiber optic testing
- Asset management
- Damage assessment
- Environmental regulations
- Underground construction
- Construction inspection
- Site surveying
- Right-of-way permitting
- Utility locating
- Aerial cable installation
- Active listening
- Troubleshooting
- Network design
- Multitasking capacity
- Telecommunications Technology
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Schematics reading
- Routine Inspections
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Assessments
Basic mechanical knowledge, Familiar, 06/01/21
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
- Title: OSP INSPECTOR
Timeline
Resident Engineer
JSI
05.2026 - Current
OSP Inspector
Mrl Engineering
06.2019 - 06.2026
Wireline Operator
Allied Horizontal Wireline Services
08.2013 - 06.2019
Government Contractor
Military
11.2005 - 08.2013
Civilian Mechanic
AUBREY CHEVROLET, FIRESTONE, JIM NORTON TOYOTA
01.2000 - 01.2011
Associate's - Automotive
GREAT PLAINS AREA VO-TECH
High School -
Henryetta High School