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Marquis Washington

New Braunfels,Texas

Summary

Im husband and a father of 4. I started in 2010 as a line locator helper in a field of work that i knew nothing about. After 1 yr i was locating on my own projects. Since then I've successfully sweep over 900 miles of Right of away across several different states. Gaining the eye of the General Superintendent of WHC and working directly for him for 5yrs until his retirement.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Locator Foreman

Sunland Construction
07.2024 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements during all stages of the line locating process.
  • Optimized work schedules to maximize productivity while minimizing disruptions to clients'' operations.
  • Improved efficiency by utilizing advanced equipment such as electromagnetic locators and ground penetrating radar systems.
  • Reduced excavation damages by providing clear, precise markings for construction crews.
  • Enhanced pipeline safety by conducting accurate line locating and marking underground utilities.
  • Prepared sketches, geological maps and cross-sections.

Line Locator Foreman

Duphil Inc
04.2022 - 07.2024
  • Streamlined communication between team members through regular updates on progress and changes in project scope.
  • Contributed to operational improvements by suggesting enhancements in technology used for line locating processes, saving time and enhancing results accuracy.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements during all stages of the line locating process.
  • Optimized work schedules to maximize productivity while minimizing disruptions to clients'' operations.
  • Reduced instances of costly mistakes by maintaining strict adherence to industry best practices for line locating and safety protocols.
  • Increased accuracy of utility maps by updating records with newly discovered buried assets.
  • Improved efficiency by utilizing advanced equipment such as electromagnetic locators and ground penetrating radar systems.
  • Minimized service interruptions by quickly identifying and resolving issues related to damaged underground lines.
  • Established a reputation for reliability among clients due to meticulous attention to detail when marking buried infrastructure locations.
  • Collaborated with various stakeholders including contractors, homeowners, and utility companies to ensure safe digging practices.
  • Reduced excavation damages by providing clear, precise markings for construction crews.
  • Completed detailed reports on each job, documenting the location of critical infrastructure for future reference.
  • Conducted thorough site inspections to assess potential hazards before beginning line locating activities.
  • Enhanced pipeline safety by conducting accurate line locating and marking underground utilities.
  • Implemented proactive maintenance strategies to reduce the likelihood of future damages or service interruptions caused by unmarked lines.

Locator Technician 1

USIC Locating Services
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint, flag and [Technique] for identification by excavating personnel.
  • Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
  • 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.

Line Locator Foreman

WHC Energy Services
02.2017 - 01.2022
  • Collected, organized and managed date in full compliance with 811 and osha standards.
  • Produced accurate maps, cross-sections and notes for project leaders and other stakeholders.
  • Sampled field geology and compiled data for potential sites.
  • Compiled important data from field teams and through public research to aid in prospecting research.
  • Physically walking over 800 miles of newly inquired Pipeline right of ways with RD-8100 and Fisher Mscope locating equipment. Completely tracing and marking out all underground or above ground utilities in work area.
  • Mapping out one call tickets for project, maintaining spreadsheets for one calls and all underground crossing utilities in work area.
  • Over-seeing and coordinating with over 100+ employees on projects with digging around underground utilities.
  • Directly supervising 20+ employees with underground utility locating responsiblities such as hydrovacing, line locating, probing, repairing damaged utilities as needed, and excavating around utilities.
  • Working 6 to 7 days a weeks. 60+ hrs a week

Line Locator Foreman

Duphil Inc
04.2016 - 02.2017
  • Collected, organized and managed date in full compliance with 811 and osha standards.
  • Produced accurate maps, cross-sections and notes for project leaders and other stakeholders.
  • Sampled field geology and compiled data for potential sites.
  • Compiled important data from field teams and through public research to aid in prospecting research.
  • Physically walking over 800 miles of newly inquired Pipeline right of ways with RD-8100 and Fisher Mscope locating equipment. Completely tracing and marking out all underground or above ground utilities in work area.
  • Mapping out one call tickets for project, maintaining spreadsheets for one calls and all underground crossing utilities in work area.
  • Over-seeing and coordinating with over 100+ employees on projects with digging around underground utilities.
  • Directly supervising 20+ employees with underground utility locating responsiblities such as hydrovacing, line locating, probing, repairing damaged utilities as needed, and excavating around utilities.
  • Working 6 to 7 days a weeks. 60+ hrs a week

Line Locator Foreman

Progressive Pipeline
04.2015 - 04.2016


  • Produced accurate maps, cross-sections and notes for project leaders and other stakeholders. Compiled important data from field teams and through public research to aid in prospecting research.
  • Physically walking over 800 miles of newly inquired Pipeline right of ways with RD-8100 and Fisher Mscope locating equipment. Completely tracing and marking out all underground or above ground utilities in work area.
  • Mapping out one call tickets for project, maintaining spreadsheets for one calls and all underground crossing utilities in work area.
  • Over-seeing and coordinating with over 100+ employees on projects with digging around underground utilities.
  • Directly supervising 20+ employees with underground utility locating responsiblities such as hydrovacing, line locating, probing, repairing damaged utilities as needed, and excavating around utilities.
  • Working 6 to 7 days a weeks. 60+ hrs a week

Education

High School Diploma -

Alexandria Senior High School
Alexandria, LA
05.2003

Skills

  • Personnel Protection
  • Repair Work
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Locating Underground Utilities
  • Work Management
  • Infrastructure Solutions
  • Corrective Actions
  • Emergency Situations
  • Project Specifications
  • Safety Rules
  • Quality Improvement
  • Damage Investigation
  • Mapping Understanding
  • Safe Driving
  • Safety Practices
  • Damage Prevention
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Inspection Abilities
  • Blueprint Reading
  • OSHA Regulations

Timeline

Line Locator Foreman

Sunland Construction
07.2024 - Current

Line Locator Foreman

Duphil Inc
04.2022 - 07.2024

Locator Technician 1

USIC Locating Services
01.2022 - 04.2022

Line Locator Foreman

WHC Energy Services
02.2017 - 01.2022

Line Locator Foreman

Duphil Inc
04.2016 - 02.2017

Line Locator Foreman

Progressive Pipeline
04.2015 - 04.2016

High School Diploma -

Alexandria Senior High School

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