Brenton Kantola
Negaunee
Summary
Hardworking Utility Locator with proven experience working with various job equipment. Dedicated to timely and accurate work and adept at sticking to deadlines in harsh working conditions and following directions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Locator
USIC Locating Services
Negaunee
01.2025 - Current
- Operated locating equipment to identify underground utilities accurately.
- Conducted field surveys to map utility lines and infrastructure.
- Communicated findings to clients and project teams effectively.
Owner
True North Concrete Cutting LLC
Archdale
04.2021 - 02.2025
- Managed all operations for concrete cutting projects and service delivery.
- Oversaw scheduling and coordination of project timelines and resources.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and equipment use.
- Developed customer relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain service standards.
- Conducted site assessments to determine project requirements and challenges.
- Maintained inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies for operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with subcontractors to ensure timely project completion and compliance.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Foreman
Ace Avant concrete construction
Archdale
04.2016 - 09.2022
- Supervised concrete pouring and finishing for residential and commercial projects.
- Led team in setting up forms and reinforcing steel for structures.
- Coordinated daily work schedules for crew members and subcontractors.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations on job sites.
- Managed inventory of materials and ordered supplies as needed for projects.
- Communicated effectively with clients to address concerns and project updates.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
Education
Negaunee High School
Negaunee, MISkills
- Utility locating
- Field surveying
- Equipment operation
- Infrastructure mapping
- Safety compliance
- Customer relationship management
- Project scheduling
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Vendor negotiation
- Construction site experience
- Environmental compliance
Timeline
Utility Locator
USIC Locating Services
01.2025 - Current
Owner
True North Concrete Cutting LLC
04.2021 - 02.2025
Foreman
Ace Avant concrete construction
04.2016 - 09.2022
Negaunee High School