Joshua Watson
Moody,TX
Summary
Safety-oriented Utility Locator adept at working on various types of terrain and staying accurate in any weather condition. Trained in pipeline location and talented at time management and being detail oriented. Also being highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
City Of Belton Public Works
Belton, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Analyzed blueprints, maps and other documents to identify the exact locations of underground utilities.
- Used paint, flags and other methods to communicate utility information to excavators and other appropriate personnel.
- Searched for underground utilities in various weather conditions and notified supervisor of field issues.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding utility location services.
- Used GPS coordinates to find location of utilities when not visible as well as exact work sites.
- Used GIS maps to reference while locating.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Performed locates in difficult hard to reach terrain by vehicle and foot.
- Completed locate tickets in various types of weather.
Correctional Officer 5
TDCJ
Gatesville, TX
01.2012 - 07.2022
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
Education
Associate of Arts - Music
Temple College
Temple, TXBachelor of Arts - Music
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, TXSkills
- Tool Management
- Documentation
- Hand and Power Tools
- Organizational Ability
- Preventive Maintenance
- Service-Oriented Mindset
- Damage Prevention
- Blueprint Reading
- Manhole Safety
- Valid Texas Driver's License
- Analytical Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Professional Demeanor
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Trench Digging
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- Wastewater Collection Operator
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
City Of Belton Public Works
08.2022 - Current
Correctional Officer 5
TDCJ
01.2012 - 07.2022
Associate of Arts - Music
Temple College
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
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