Andres Rodriguez
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Diligent and motivated professional with robust technical and organizational experience, actively pursuing an entry-level role. Committed to contributing towards the achievement of organizational objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Underground Utility Locator
UtiliQuest LLC
Norfolk, VA
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted precise utility location using advanced ground-penetrating radar technology.
- Collaborated with project teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Utilized geographic information systems (GIS) for accurate documentation of utility locations.
- Increased safety on job sites by promptly reporting any discrepancies in utility locations or markings to supervisors.
METER TECHNICIAN
UTILITY PARTNERS OF AMERICA (UPA)
09.2019 - 09.2025
- Exchanged, removed, installed, turn on/off single and three phase residential and commercial electric meters
- Facilitated efficient communication between field technicians and office staff for seamless operations coordination.
- Attended safety meetings and took part in safety awareness trainings and programs.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper meter installation, repair, and maintenance techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of work completed, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Maintained and stocked company truck with necessary inventory and supplies needed to complete work orders
- Followed all company safety practices during exchanges wearing proper PPE.
LOCKSMITH & ROADSIDE TECHNICIAN
POP-A-LOCK
12.2017 - 09.2019
- Maintain state of readiness and alertness for all locksmith and roadside assistance assignments
- Dispatch calls and relay work orders to service technicians in timely manner to maintain service level agreement for customers
- Demonstrate customer service talents and problem solving depending on scenario for assignment.
- Gained expertise in working with various brands of locks including electronic keypads, deadbolts, padlocks, safe combinations among others.
CABLE TECHNICIAN
CABCOMM
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Responded to corrective maintenance requests in a timely manner
- Completed contract installation and repair services for home customers for cable installations, troubleshooting, upgrades and downgrades of service while in some cases use of specific power tools
- Entered close fitting crawl-spaces underneath residence and climbed poles while following safety precautions and wearing assigned protective gear depending on conditions
- Oversaw and assisted with cable systems installations of junior technicians in field
- Calibrated monitor program and troubleshot devices following installation
- Managed scheduling requirements effectively, ensuring timely completion of all assigned tasks and appointments.
- Assembled communication equipment such as wiring, switching equipment, and power apparatus.
- Performed troubleshooting of systems with techniques such as speed and ping tests.
- Maintained detailed records of all cabling and telecommunications activities and equipment.
Education
Network Administrator Certificate - Computer And Information Sciences
CDI
Norfolk, VA09-2002
Skills
- Equipment installation and repair
- Time Management
- Public safety and security
- Troubleshooting abilities
- Equipment installation and repair
- Voltage Testing
- Electromagnetic locating
- Strong attention to detail
- GIS software proficiency
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Underground Utility Locator
UtiliQuest LLC
09.2025 - Current
METER TECHNICIAN
UTILITY PARTNERS OF AMERICA (UPA)
09.2019 - 09.2025
LOCKSMITH & ROADSIDE TECHNICIAN
POP-A-LOCK
12.2017 - 09.2019
CABLE TECHNICIAN
CABCOMM
01.2017 - 11.2017
Network Administrator Certificate - Computer And Information Sciences
CDI