Hollis Thompson
Wautoma
Summary
Dedicated laborer with extensive experience at Northern Telephone & Data and USIC, skilled in locating and equipment operation. Proven ability to enhance workplace safety and efficiency through attention to detail and a commitment to continuous learning. Successfully collaborated with teams to ensure accurate utility location and project completion, creating good relationships between locators and contractors. Experienced with working in stressful situations and extreme weather.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Army Reservist
203rd ICTC
07.2020 - Current
- 88H, Cargo Specialist
- Operation heavy equipment including, RTCH 240, 5K LCRTF, and 10K ATALS
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Laborer/Locator
Northern Telephone & Data
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Operated Falcon F5 & F2 locators for directional drilling
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Performed general housekeeping, cleaning tasks, and regular vehicle maintenance
- Located underground utilities accurately using Ditch Witch UtiliGuard and electronic maps
- Conducted site visits to verify utility markings, addressing discrepancies promptly for uninterrupted project progress.
- Enhanced workplace safety with strict adherence to company guidelines, OSHA regulations, and local laws.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Used jumpers, plate compactors, core drills, and jackhammers
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Installed fiber optic lines in ducts using string, rope, and aircompressors
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Locator
USIC
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint and flags for identification by excavating personnel.
- Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
- Actively responded to emergency situations pertaining to illegal digging and excavation accidents.
- Located underground utilities accurately with Radiodetection RD8100 and multiple electronic maps
- Collaborated with construction crews for successful completion of projects while minimizing risk to underground assets.
- Conducted site visits to verify utility markings, addressing discrepancies promptly for uninterrupted project progress.
- Improved team efficiency by training new locators on best practices and proper use of equipment.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service and prompt resolution of concerns.
Laborer
Soules Creek Landscaping
06.2018 - 11.2022
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through dedication to best practices within the laborer role.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wautoma High School
Wautoma, WI06-2020
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Willingness to learn
- Jackhammer operation
- Locater operation
- Hand and power tools
- Blueprint reading
- Landscaping know-how
- Vehicle unloading and loading
- Equipment operation
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Laborer/Locator
Northern Telephone & Data
09.2023 - 04.2025
Locator
USIC
04.2022 - 05.2023
Army Reservist
203rd ICTC
07.2020 - Current
Laborer
Soules Creek Landscaping
06.2018 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Wautoma High School
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