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Overview
Work History
Education
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Skyler Saxon

Rexburg,ID

Summary

Meticulous Utility Locator with 2 years of experience. Dedicated to having integrity and completing timely and accurate work. Knowledgeable about safety and telecommunications systems. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Utility Locate Technician

Diversified Solutions
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted in reducing expenses associated with damaged utilities through meticulous attention to detail during the location process.
  • Facilitated clear communication with construction crews, homeowners, and other stakeholders regarding utility locations and potential hazards.
  • Promoted a culture of safety among colleagues by actively participating in safety meetings and sharing best practices for utility locating.
  • Completed large-scale projects expediently through effective time management skills that allowed for simultaneous handling of multiple locate requests.
  • Facilitated smooth project execution by coordinating with other utility locate technicians, construction crews, and management personnel to address any potential conflicts or issues related to underground utilities.
  • Provided reliable service to clients by consistently meeting all deadlines and ensuring accurate locates were provided to prevent costly delays or damages.
  • Repaired malfunctioning utility lines after locating equipment and identifying problems.
  • Coordinated installation of new users and relocations of existing users.
  • Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.

Direct Support Professional

Inspire Human Resources
10.2022 - 07.2023
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.

Sales Representative/Route Manager

Fox Pest Control
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address customer needs.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
  • Generated weekly and monthly reports on sales performance to provide recommendations to meet sales goals.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.

Assistant Mechanic

Mexico Service Center
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Reduced client wait times by prioritizing daily workload according to urgency levels.
  • Boosted overall shop efficiency rates through proactive collaboration with team members on task delegation strategies.
  • Provided diagnostic support, generating reports on results for manager.
  • Coordinated ready access to tools and parts needed for repair and maintenance activities.
  • Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
  • Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.

Installer

Innovative Installation
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • Checked, repaired and repacked survival equipment to meet specifications.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
  • Implemented quality control measures during installations, ensuring that each project met or exceeded client expectations and regulatory standards.
  • Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.

Utility Locate Technician

USIC Locating Services
05.2019 - 10.2019
  • Assisted in reducing expenses associated with damaged utilities through meticulous attention to detail during the location process.
  • Facilitated clear communication with construction crews, homeowners, and other stakeholders regarding utility locations and potential hazards.
  • Promoted a culture of safety among colleagues by actively participating in safety meetings and sharing best practices for utility locating.
  • Completed large-scale projects expediently through effective time management skills that allowed for simultaneous handling of multiple locate requests.
  • Facilitated smooth project execution by coordinating with other utility locate technicians, construction crews, and management personnel to address any potential conflicts or issues related to underground utilities.
  • Provided reliable service to clients by consistently meeting all deadlines and ensuring accurate locates were provided to prevent costly delays or damages.
  • Contributed to positive working relationships with local regulatory agencies by ensuring compliance with all applicable rules regarding utility location and documentation processes.

Utility Locator/GPS Tech

Sellenriek Construction
11.2017 - 05.2018
  • Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
  • Drew maps of utility lines and potential plans for future ones, providing detailed locations and information.
  • Used subsite equipment to find subsurface utility lines and noted details in blue print reports.
  • Utilized a systematic approach when searching for challenging or unmarked utilities, resulting in successful discoveries without incident.
  • Provided training to new employees on proper techniques for utility locating practices.
  • Enhanced safety by accurately identifying and marking underground utility lines.
  • Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Collaborated with construction crews for safe excavation, avoiding service disruptions or delays.

Underground Utility Locate Tech

USIC Locating Services
05.2017 - 11.2017
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Farm Hand and Home Construction

Independent Contactor
05.2015 - 08.2015
  • Repaired farm equipment, completing both emergency, and preventive maintenance quickly and accurately.
  • Participated in seasonal harvest activities including sorting produce, and preparing products for market sales or storage.
  • Kept restocking tanks pH balanced for aquatic livestock.
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.

Education

No Degree - Exercise Physiology

Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID
08.2027

High School Diploma -

North Callaway High School
Kingdom City, MO
05.2017

Skills

  • Damage Prevention
  • Fiber Optic Locating
  • Cable splicing
  • Educating customers
  • Safety practices
  • Electromagnetic locating
  • Pipeline Locating
  • Troubleshooting systems
  • Locate Equipment Operation
  • Gas Line Locating
  • Utility Marking
  • Blueprint Reading

Timeline

Utility Locate Technician

Diversified Solutions
07.2023 - 01.2024

Direct Support Professional

Inspire Human Resources
10.2022 - 07.2023

Sales Representative/Route Manager

Fox Pest Control
05.2022 - 08.2022

Assistant Mechanic

Mexico Service Center
03.2022 - 05.2022

Installer

Innovative Installation
12.2021 - 04.2022

Utility Locate Technician

USIC Locating Services
05.2019 - 10.2019

Utility Locator/GPS Tech

Sellenriek Construction
11.2017 - 05.2018

Underground Utility Locate Tech

USIC Locating Services
05.2017 - 11.2017

Farm Hand and Home Construction

Independent Contactor
05.2015 - 08.2015

No Degree - Exercise Physiology

Brigham Young University - Idaho

High School Diploma -

North Callaway High School
Skyler Saxon