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Rocky Alsteen

Rhinelander,WI

Summary

Skilled Utility Locator with experience in identifying and marking utility lines. Strengths include thorough understanding of utility locating tools, ground penetrating radar, and mapping software. Demonstrated ability to prevent excavation damage, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and showcasing problem-solving skills in challenging environments. Notable contributions include successful completion of complex projects and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors, and team members.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Utility Locator

USIC Locating Services
Indianapolis, IN
04.2019 - Current
  • Communicated with customers to access work areas and explain work.
  • Prepared detailed reports documenting all findings from utility locates.
  • Designated potential locations for new lines based on utility lines already in place.
  • Communicated effectively with clients concerning any changes or updates made during the course of a project.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding underground utility marking requirements.
  • Worked with customers to develop solutions for locating difficult-to-find utilities.
  • Identified potential conflicts between existing infrastructure and proposed construction plans.
  • Located underground utilities prior to work being completed.
  • Monitored all aspects of each job site throughout the entire process from start to finish.
  • Maintained accurate records of all utility locates performed including date, time and location information.
  • Searched for underground utilities in various weather conditions and notified supervisor of field issues.
  • Coordinated with supervisors, engineers and other personnel in order to ensure that all locates were completed safely and efficiently.
  • Used paint, flags and other methods to communicate utility information to excavators and other appropriate personnel.
  • Used tools, equipment and vehicles to avoid injuries and mishaps.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper safety protocols when working near underground utilities.
  • Responded to customer inquiries regarding utility location services.
  • Identified and sketched locations of utility lines and marked areas of existing utilities for future usage.
  • Trained new locators on industry-specific software and tools.
  • Filled out daily paperwork based on locations and findings for delivery to professionals.
  • Responded to emergency situations quickly that arose following illegal excavations and provided effective remediation.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rhinelander High School
Rhinelander, WI
06-1996

Skills

  • Valid wisconsin driver's license
  • marking all utilitites with there destinated flag colors
  • transmitter and receiver knowledge
  • certain times during my employment with usic,we had to be recertified with we energies gas and electric osha regulations
  • while marking out tickets for contractors and homeowners we needed to know what we were there in case we were confronted
  • while working for usic we did need to our osha regulations and we energy regulations
  • at every ticket we went to, we had to mark every utility within the scope of work that was on our ticket
  • where there was excavation work done we had training to be caution of cave ins
  • Utility marking was our majority priority and to make sure it was done to scope of work ticket

Affiliations

as a locator i take my job very serious but when I'm off work i try to just life as simple as possible

Certification

in a few of my past jobs i did have a forklift license

Languages

English
Professional

Timeline

Utility Locator

USIC Locating Services
04.2019 - Current

High School Diploma -

Rhinelander High School
Rocky Alsteen