Matthew Young
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Underground Utility Locator with expertise in electromagnetic locating and utility mapping. Proven ability to ensure excavation safety and provide exceptional customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Underground Utility Locator
Central Texas Underground Uti;ities
Andice, Texas
04.2021 - 08.2025
- Conducted accurate underground utility locates using electromagnetic equipment and ground-penetrating radar.
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and utility placement guidelines.
- Documented locate results and maintained detailed records for project reference and regulatory compliance.
- Trained junior locators on effective locating techniques and best safety practices in the field.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction with timely and accurate underground utility location services provided throughout each project phase.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, ensuring immediate resolution of potential utility hazards.
Equipment Operator
Turn Right Drilling
Hutto, TX
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Operated drilling equipment efficiently to ensure project timelines were met.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery to enhance operational reliability.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute drilling plans effectively and safely.
- Monitored site safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety practices to improve team performance.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime during drilling operations.
- Led daily briefings to coordinate tasks and optimize resource allocation among crew members.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to identify trends and recommend operational enhancements.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Steven Edwards Moving
Austin, TX
04.2017 - 02.2019
- Managed inventory control processes to ensure accurate tracking of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Coordinated with transport teams to schedule pickups and deliveries efficiently.
- Oversaw quality checks on received goods to maintain high standards of service.
- Trained new staff on shipping protocols and safety procedures effectively.
- Implemented inventory management systems to enhance order accuracy and efficiency.
- Developed best practices for warehouse organization, improving space utilization and workflow efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TXSkills
- Electromagnetic locating
- Strong attention to detail
- Adaptable to weather conditions
- Utility mapping expertise
- Excavation safety trained
- Customer service
- Trench digging
Timeline
Underground Utility Locator
Central Texas Underground Uti;ities
04.2021 - 08.2025
Equipment Operator
Turn Right Drilling
04.2019 - 03.2021
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Steven Edwards Moving
04.2017 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Abilene Christian University