Justin Bangel
Louisa,VA
Summary
Safety- and quality-oriented telecommunications professional knowledgeable about locate systems. Handle high volume of jobs by working efficiently and minimizing errors. Meet expected demands with well-organized supplies, technical expertise and effective time management. Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help team succeed.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Locator
National Underground Group
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Enhanced safety by accurately identifying and marking underground utility lines.
- Reduced damage claims by meticulously locating and documenting buried utilities.
- Improved efficiency with prompt response to locate requests from contractors and homeowners.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing thorough explanations of markings and utility locations.
- Provided training to new employees on proper techniques for utility locating practices.
- Optimized time management by prioritizing multiple locate requests based on urgency and project deadlines.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and timely follow-up on inquiries.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, staying current with best practices in utility location techniques.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing assignments under various weather conditions and terrain challenges.
Underground Utility Locator
Stake center locating
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Locate MCI and Crown Castle fiber optic in cattaraugus, Erie and Niagara counties
Underground Utility Locator
Cable protection services
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Located Comcast fiber and coax mainline/services in fluvanna, Charlottesville, Buckingham, Louisa and gordonsville virginia
Journeyman Plumber
RJ Bangel and sons
01.2010 - 10.2020
- Performed residential plumbing services as well as some contract service work to include septic system replacement and repair work, Well pumps and cable and pressure cleaning waste lines
Underground Utility Locator
Utiliquest locating llc
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Located Verizon telephone and dominion power in the Louisa VA area
Apprentice Welder/ pipefitter apprentice
Quality plus services
04.2007 - 09.2008
- Worked in military bases and plants such as honeywell, and Dupont in Virginia and North Carolina installing industrial boiler systems as well as glycol systems
Fiber Optic Utility Locator
S&N Communications
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced safety by accurately identifying and marking underground utility lines.
- Reduced damage claims by meticulously locating and documenting buried utilities.
- Improved efficiency with prompt response to locate requests from contractors and homeowners.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing thorough explanations of markings and utility locations.
- Conducted damage investigations, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
- Assisted in updating maps and records, ensuring accurate documentation of utility infrastructure.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, staying current with best practices in utility location techniques.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing assignments under various weather conditions and terrain challenges.
- Utilized a systematic approach when searching for challenging or unmarked utilities, resulting in successful discoveries without incident.
- Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint and flags for identification by excavating personnel.
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Actively responded to emergency situations pertaining to illegal digging and excavation accidents.
- Identified depths of water, sewer, gas, cable, oil and electric lines using equipment.
Education
High school diploma -
Lakeshore senior high school
Evans, New York06.2006
Skills
- Welding services
- Plumbing services
- Lawn care and design
- Mechanical services
- AutoCAD
- Damage Prevention Strategies
- Public Utility Knowledge
- Damage Prevention
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- First Aid Training
- Blueprint Reading
- Relationship Building
- Safety practices
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- Safety awareness
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Sketching
- Technical knowledge
Timeline
Fiber Optic Utility Locator
S&N Communications
10.2023 - Current
Utility Locator
National Underground Group
06.2021 - 10.2023
Underground Utility Locator
Stake center locating
08.2019 - 06.2021
Underground Utility Locator
Cable protection services
05.2019 - 10.2020
Underground Utility Locator
Utiliquest locating llc
09.2017 - 01.2018
Journeyman Plumber
RJ Bangel and sons
01.2010 - 10.2020
Apprentice Welder/ pipefitter apprentice
Quality plus services
04.2007 - 09.2008
High school diploma -
Lakeshore senior high school
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