Marcos Aguilar
USIC Locating Services
Aurora,IL
1
Language
5
years of professional experience
Results-driven Utility Locator with proven expertise at USIC Locating Services, adept at accurately identifying underground utilities and enhancing safety protocols. A fast learner and reliable team player, I excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring compliance with safety standards while improving customer satisfaction and reducing damage claims through meticulous documentation and communication.
Work History
Utility Locator
4 Years 6 Months- Located and marked underground utilities using paint, flags, and electronic detection equipment.
- Reviewed 811 tickets to verify work areas, priorities, and utility conflicts.
- Interpreted maps, plats, and site records to identify buried facility locations accurately.
- Inspected excavation sites for clear markings, safe digging compliance, and damage prevention.
- Communicated with contractors, homeowners, and crews to explain locate boundaries and utility risks.
- Documented field findings and completed ticket updates through electronic reporting systems.
- Calibrated locating equipment and verified signal quality for consistent subsurface detection.
- Adhered to state excavation laws, company standards, and safety procedures during field operations.
- 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.
- Collaborated with construction crews for safe excavation, avoiding service disruptions or delays.
- 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.
- 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.
- Optimized time management by prioritizing multiple locate requests based on urgency and project deadlines.
- Conducted damage investigations, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Fast learner
Can be relied on to complete the task at hand
Amazing team worker
Follow all safety standards and job completion time standards while being safe
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
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