Brian Borrego

Assisted with the installation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including water and sewer mains, service lines, fire hydrants, valves, Operated dump trucks, crew trucks, maintained inventory, loaded and unloaded materials. set up traffic control measures, and ensured compliance with safety regulations while supporting efficient field operations.

After 3 months, I applied and was promoted to Field Utility Coordinator I. Formally, Environmental Protection Specialist I. Where I

perform water quality monitoring and distribution system maintenance by conducting water sampling, pressure checks, system flushing, and water quality testing to ensure regulatory compliance with a safe, reliable drinking water supply, collecting and testing chlorine samples, calibrating testing equipment, and documenting results. Maintain accurate field records, create work orders utilizing GIS and INFOR.

Performed installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of traffic signal and traffic control systems to ensure safe and reliable roadway operations. Diagnosed equipment malfunctions, implemented preventive maintenance programs, and responded to emergency service calls resulting from vehicle accidents, weather events, power outages, and equipment failures. Installed and repaired signal hardware, controller cabinets, conduits, underground cable, meter loops, and overhead wiring using specialized tools and bucket trucks. Maintained compliance with city and industry standards, documented maintenance activities, managed equipment inventory, conducted minor equipment repairs, and prepared detailed reports to support operational efficiency and public safety.

Operated CDL vehicles, dump trailers, hydrovacs, and heavy construction equipment including backhoes, loaders, skid steers, and excavators to support utility and construction projects. Performed excavation activities for underground utilities, including digging trenches, pits, and foundations, while safely working around energized and existing utilities. Transported materials and equipment, graded and leveled work areas, assisted field crews with utility installations, and maintained safe work zones through traffic control and flagging operations. Conducted daily equipment inspections, documented findings, identified potential utility conflicts and job-site hazards, and communicated effectively with supervisors and crew members using verbal and hand signals.

Performed utility construction and maintenance work supporting underground electrical distribution systems. Operated heavy equipment including backhoes, trenchers, dump trucks, boring machines, and air compressors to complete excavation, trenching, backfilling, and infrastructure installation projects. Assisted with the construction of duct banks, manholes, and customer service connections while maintaining compliance with safety regulations, industry codes, and inspection standards. Set up traffic control zones, monitored equipment condition, assisted Journeymen in field operations, and responded to on-call and emergency work assignments.

In 2016 I was promoted Design Coordinator. I was responsible for the design and installation of electrical and natural gas infrastructure projects by conducting field inspections, identifying utility conflicts, and preparing construction-ready designs for overhead, underground, commercial, and civic improvement projects. Managed project portfolios independently, prioritizing customer needs and construction schedules while ensuring compliance with company standards, regulations, and safety requirements. Collaborated with internal departments, contractors, government agencies, and customers to develop cost-effective solutions, resolve site issues, prepare project documentation and cost estimates, and facilitate timely project completion. Maintained accurate project records, monitored progress, communicated project status updates, and proactively addressed obstacles to support successful construction execution and customer satisfaction.