Camereon Smith

Experienced Fiber Optic Utility Locator with 4 years of hands-on experience locating and marking underground fiber optic utilities and other telecommunications infrastructure. Skilled in using electronic locating equipment, utility maps, prints, and GIS information to accurately identify underground lines and minimize the risk of damage during excavation and construction activities.

Responsibilities and skills include:

• Locating and accurately marking underground fiber optic and telecommunications lines.
• Operating electronic locating equipment and ground-penetrating/utility locating technology.
• Reading and interpreting utility maps, prints, work orders, and locate tickets.
• Performing accurate and timely utility locates in residential, commercial, and construction environments.
• Communicating with contractors, excavation crews, utility companies, and supervisors regarding utility locations.
• Following 811 requirements, company procedures, and safety regulations.
• Identifying potential hazards and maintaining safe work practices around construction sites and underground utilities.
• Documenting completed locates and maintaining accurate records.
• Troubleshooting difficult or congested locate areas and determining the best methods for accurate identification.
• Working independently while managing multiple locate requests and meeting deadlines.
• Maintaining locating equipment and ensuring tools are properly calibrated and operational.
• Providing professional customer service while representing the company in the field.

Experienced Gas Locate Technician with 4 years of hands-on experience locating and marking underground natural gas utilities for excavation, construction, and maintenance projects. Skilled in operating electronic locating equipment, interpreting utility maps and records, accurately marking underground gas lines, and following safety procedures and 811 requirements.

• Locate and accurately mark underground natural gas pipelines and related utilities.
• Operate electronic utility locating equipment to identify the position and depth of underground facilities.
• Read and interpret utility maps, prints, work orders, and locate tickets.
• Respond to locate requests in residential, commercial, and construction environments.
• Follow 811 regulations, company procedures, and required safety standards.
• Identify potential hazards and maintain safe working practices around excavation and construction sites.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, excavators, homeowners, utility personnel, and supervisors.
• Document completed locates and maintain accurate records of field activities.
• Troubleshoot difficult or congested locating conditions to provide accurate markings.
• Manage multiple locate requests while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
• Inspect and maintain locating equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Work independently in various weather and field conditions while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.