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Noel Freeman Sr

Noel Freeman Sr

Marrero,LA

Summary

Dynamic Damage Prevention Technician with a proven track record at Delta Utilities, enhancing operational efficiency through expert damage prevention strategies. Skilled in pipeline locating and regulatory compliance, I excel in fostering teamwork and communication, ensuring safety during excavation projects while consistently exceeding client expectations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Damage Prevention Technician

Delta Utilities
07.2025 - Current
  • Proactively identified opportunities for improvement within the damage prevention process that led directly to increased operational efficiency.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients by providing reliable service and expert advice on damage prevention strategies.
  • Streamlined communication between field technicians, supervisors, and management regarding job progress reports and updates on completed assignments.
  • Collaborated with construction teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations during excavation projects.
  • Achieved timely completion of work orders by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance.

Damage Prevention Technician

Entergy New Orleans
10.2021 - 07.2025
  • Conducted comprehensive reviews of project plans to better understand potential risks associated with various excavation scenarios.
  • Improved safety awareness by conducting comprehensive damage prevention inspections and assessments.

Damage Prevention Technician

Atmos Energy
04.2015 - 10.2021
  • Assisted contractors in understanding regulatory requirements surrounding excavation activities which resulted in fewer violations.
  • Exceeded client expectations through consistent accuracy in locating, marking, and documenting underground utilities.

Damage Prevention Technician

USIC Locating Services
03.2010 - 04.2015
  • Assisted in training new team members, sharing expertise in damage prevention techniques and processes.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines at all times.

Education

Associate of Arts - Music Performance

Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA

Skills

  • Pipeline locating
  • Underground facility marking
  • Damage investigation
  • Utility mapping
  • Excavation monitoring
  • Electromagnetic locating
  • Technical report writing
  • Incident reporting
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of [7] staff members.
  • Single-Handedly created a marker ball locating training course
  • Member of the HSAB
  • Former member of Legacy Entergy's EAC
  • Lead Locator

Timeline

Damage Prevention Technician

Delta Utilities
07.2025 - Current

Damage Prevention Technician

Entergy New Orleans
10.2021 - 07.2025

Damage Prevention Technician

Atmos Energy
04.2015 - 10.2021

Damage Prevention Technician

USIC Locating Services
03.2010 - 04.2015

Associate of Arts - Music Performance

Delgado Community College

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