Devon Shorter
Gretna
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Damage Prevention Specialist
Vannguard Utility Partners
Omaha
12.2023 - Current
- Located underground utilities prior to work being completed.
- Trained new locators on industry-specific software and tools.
- Worked with customers to develop solutions for locating difficult-to-find utilities.
- Performed precise measurements and calculations to accurately determine the depth and position of buried pipes, cables and conduits.
- Located and determined depths of underground facilities and lines using equipment.
- Used paint, flags and other methods to communicate utility information to excavators and other appropriate personnel.
- Documented all training activities including attendance records, feedback forms.
- Communicated with clients regarding any changes in the plan due to unexpected utility locations.
Utility Locator
USIC Locating Services
Johnston
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding utility location services.
- Worked with customers to develop solutions for locating difficult-to-find utilities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all findings from utility locates.
- Located underground utilities prior to work being completed.
- Trained new locators on industry-specific software and tools.
- Performed precise measurements and calculations to accurately determine the depth and position of buried pipes, cables and conduits.
- Participated in regular meetings with management team members to discuss progress on current projects.
Automated Logistical Specialist (92A)
Iowa Army National Guard
Johnston
02.2014 - 02.2021
- Managed the shipping, receiving process for incoming, outgoing materials.
- Identified discrepancies between actual inventory counts and computer records.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments from trucks and other vehicles.
- Conducted regular physical inventories to ensure accuracy of records.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Scheduled materials shipments and transportation for on-time delivery, reducing delays.
- Prepared and led staff training and instruction.
- Verified accuracy of documents prior to approving deliveries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Johnston High School
Johnston, IA05-2015
Skills
- Time management
- Utility locating
- Construction site experience
- Conflict resolution
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Damage prevention
Timeline
Damage Prevention Specialist
Vannguard Utility Partners
12.2023 - Current
Utility Locator
USIC Locating Services
03.2021 - 10.2023
Automated Logistical Specialist (92A)
Iowa Army National Guard
02.2014 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Johnston High School
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