Brendon Rodgers
Saraland,AL
Summary
Utility professional with hands-on experience in underground utility work and site assessment. Skilled in utilizing locating equipment and interpreting technical maps and blueprints. Strong focus on team collaboration and effectively adapting to shifting project needs. Reliable and results-driven with keen attention to safety and accuracy.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Locator
Alliance Mechanical Solutions
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Enhanced safety by accurately identifying and marking underground utility lines.
- Used sub site utility locator to locate communication lines
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing assignments under various weather conditions and terrain challenges.
- Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint and flags for identification by excavating personnel.
Directional Drill Operator
Alliance Mechanical Solutions
Mobile And Baldwin County AL
10.2018 - 04.2025
- Optimized drilling processes by regularly reviewing performance data and making necessary adjustments.
- Enhanced drilling efficiency by implementing standardized operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of supplies, tools, and replacement parts needed for efficient drill operation.
- Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues quickly and accurately.
- Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
- Completed field reports and boring logs, discussing issues with site supervisor.
- Followed established business practices, regulatory requirements and job safety protocols.
- Maintained machinery, tools and vehicles in good working order to prevent unnecessary operational delays.
- Kept close eye on gauge readouts and listened to machinery to assess current conditions and adjust settings.
- Ensured adherence to industry regulations and company guidelines during all drilling activities.
- Walk the bore path before drilling and expose all marked utilities and measure utility depth
- Determine soil type and mix drilling products accordingly
Fiber Optic Technician
Alliance Mechanical Solutions / Uniti Fiber
South East US
05.2019 - 01.2024
- Enhanced network performance by efficiently installing and maintaining fiber optic systems.
- Upheld quality standards in all completed work by strictly following established procedures for handling delicate components such as optical fibers, connectors, and hardware devices.
- Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication about project progress, timelines, and expectations throughout the process.
- Performed troubleshooting and equipment testing to identify and correct problems end to end and network-wide.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale installation projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Facilitated seamless network upgrades by integrating new fiber optic technology with existing infrastructure.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Troubleshot cable, underground junction boxes and conduit by utilizing specialized equipment and devices.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
Vacuum Truck Operator
EnviroVac
AL
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Maximized productivity by accurately completing required paperwork, including timesheets, service reports, and incident logs.
- Resolved client issues through timely communication and professional conduct during service calls.
- Contributed to increased clientele by maintaining a clean driving record and representing the company professionally while on the road.
- Ensured operational readiness of vacuum trucks before deployment, conducting thorough pre-trip inspections.
- Increased job efficiency by operating vacuum truck equipment safely and effectively.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by properly disposing of waste materials collected from job sites.
- Adapted to various job site conditions, ensuring safe and efficient operation of the vacuum truck in diverse settings.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Education
High School Diploma -
Satsuma Highschool
Satsuma, AL2017
Structural Welding - Stick And Flux Core Structural Welding
AIDT
Mobile, AL2018
Structural Aluminum Welding - Aluminum Mig Welding
Austal Pre Apprenticeship
Mobile, AL2018
Skills
- Reading blueprints and platts
- Damage prevention
- Construction site experience
- Utility marking
- Valid AL driver's license
- Heavy equipment operation
- Manhole safety
- Safety awareness
- Structural welding
- Experience in industrial environments
Timeline
Fiber Optic Technician
Alliance Mechanical Solutions / Uniti Fiber
05.2019 - 01.2024
Directional Drill Operator
Alliance Mechanical Solutions
10.2018 - 04.2025
Vacuum Truck Operator
EnviroVac
07.2017 - 12.2017
Utility Locator
Alliance Mechanical Solutions
High School Diploma -
Satsuma Highschool
Structural Welding - Stick And Flux Core Structural Welding
AIDT
Structural Aluminum Welding - Aluminum Mig Welding
Austal Pre Apprenticeship