Larry Howard
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Utility and infrastructure professional with 10+ years of experience in damage prevention, field inspections, safety compliance, and facilities maintenance. Extensive background working near gas and electric assets, enforcing excavation safety standards, and coordinating with contractors, municipalities, and emergency response teams. FEMA-trained in emergency management, hazard mitigation, and infrastructure resilience.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility Technician
United States Infrastructure Company (USIC)
01.2014 - Current
- Monitor excavation and construction activities near gas and electric infrastructure to prevent damage to National Grid assets and protect public safety.
- Conduct field inspections and job site audits to ensure compliance with safe excavation practices and 811 'Call Before You Dig' requirements.
- Investigate and document utility damage incidents, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions to reduce future risk.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and Emergency Response teams to address hazards and respond to safety concerns in real time.
- Educate contractors, municipalities, and the public on damage prevention standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
- Enforce company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations while promoting a strong safety-first culture.
- Maintain accurate inspection records, incident reports, and documentation to support compliance and risk-management efforts.
- Apply FEMA emergency management, hazard mitigation, and incident preparedness training to real-world infrastructure protection and public safety operations.
Locate Technician
Premier Utility Services
06.2009 - 12.2013
- Monitor excavation and construction activities near gas and electric infrastructure to prevent damage to National Grid assets and protect public safety.
- Conduct field inspections and job site audits to ensure compliance with safe excavation practices and 811 'Call Before You Dig' requirements.
- Investigate and document utility damage incidents, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions to reduce future risk.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and Emergency Response teams to address hazards and respond to safety concerns in real time.
- Educate contractors, municipalities, and the public on damage prevention standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
- Enforce company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations while promoting a strong safety-first culture.
- Maintain accurate inspection records, incident reports, and documentation to support compliance and risk-management efforts.
- Apply FEMA emergency management, hazard mitigation, and incident preparedness training to real-world infrastructure protection and public safety operations.
Locate Technician
Eastern Locating Services
06.2003 - 06.2009
- Monitor excavation and construction activities near gas and electric infrastructure to prevent damage to National Grid assets and protect public safety.
- Conduct field inspections and job site audits to ensure compliance with safe excavation practices and 811 'Call Before You Dig' requirements.
- Investigate and document utility damage incidents, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions to reduce future risk.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and Emergency Response teams to address hazards and respond to safety concerns in real time.
- Educate contractors, municipalities, and the public on damage prevention standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
- Enforce company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations while promoting a strong safety-first culture.
- Maintain accurate inspection records, incident reports, and documentation to support compliance and risk-management efforts.
- Apply FEMA emergency management, hazard mitigation, and incident preparedness training to real-world infrastructure protection and public safety operations.
Education
Certificate - Human Resources
New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY09-2000
Skills
- Utility Infrastructure Knowledge
- Excavation & Damage Prevention
- Field Inspections & Audits
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Incident Investigation & Reporting
- Emergency Preparedness
- Contractor & Public Communication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Work Order Management
- Leadership & Supervision
- Documentation & Recordkeeping
Certification
- NGA Certified – National Utility Damage Prevention
- FEMA – National Disaster & Emergency Management University Independent Study Program (Selected Coursework): Emergency Management Fundamentals & Incident Preparedness, Hazard Mitigation, Floodplain Management & Infrastructure Resilience, Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Functions, Public-Private Partnerships in Disaster Response, Mass Casualty & Community Preparedness Planning, Continuity of Operations & Critical Infrastructure Protection, Effective Communication & Public Information Awareness (Completed 20+ FEMA Independent Study courses; transcript available upon request)
Timeline
Utility Technician
United States Infrastructure Company (USIC)
01.2014 - Current
Locate Technician
Premier Utility Services
06.2009 - 12.2013
Locate Technician
Eastern Locating Services
06.2003 - 06.2009
Certificate - Human Resources
New York City College of Technology