Chapman Tandoh
Manassas,VA
Summary
Dynamic Utility Locator with proven expertise at UtiliQuest LLC in blueprint reading and damage prevention. Enhanced safety and efficiency by accurately marking underground utilities and training new staff. Recognized for strong customer service and teamwork, effectively reducing damage claims while ensuring compliance with regulations in challenging environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Locator
UtiliQuest LLC
Manassas, VA
05.2025 - Current
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Enhanced safety by accurately identifying and marking underground utility lines.
- Provided training to new employees on proper techniques for utility locating practices.
- Improved efficiency with prompt response to locate requests from contractors and homeowners.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing assignments under various weather conditions and terrain challenges.
- Actively responded to emergency situations pertaining to illegal digging and excavation accidents.
- Coordinated with other field technicians to efficiently complete large-scale projects within designated timeframes.
- Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint and flags for identification by excavating personnel.
- Drew maps of utility lines and potential plans for future ones, providing detailed locations and information.
- Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations during all utility locating activities.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing thorough explanations of markings and utility locations.
- Supported emergency response efforts by quickly locating damaged utilities for repair teams.
- Reduced damage claims by meticulously locating and documenting buried utilities.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and timely follow-up on inquiries.
Security Officer
Guo Security Services Ltd
Accra, Ghana
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Education
Bachelor In Medical Laboratory Science/ Didn’t Gra - Medical Laboratory Science
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN08.2017
High School Diploma - Science
Ghana Secondary Technical School
Takoradi, Ghana06.2012
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Damage prevention
- Construction site experience
- Utility marking
- First aid training
- Excavation safety
- Public safety awareness
- Electromagnetic locating
- Site inspection
- Field data collection
- OSHA regulations
- Valid state driver's license
- Surveying techniques
- Writing reports
- Troubleshooting systems
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Leadership skills
Timeline
Utility Locator
UtiliQuest LLC
05.2025 - Current
Security Officer
Guo Security Services Ltd
07.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor In Medical Laboratory Science/ Didn’t Gra - Medical Laboratory Science
Minnesota State University, Mankato
High School Diploma - Science
Ghana Secondary Technical School