Gael Villasenor
Omaha
Summary
Skilled Utility Locator and Mechanic with a proven track record at USIC and Memos Extreme Customs, adept in blueprint reading and damage prevention. Demonstrated excellence in enhancing safety and efficiency through modern GPS and electromagnetic equipment operation. Excelled in team collaboration and public safety awareness, significantly improving project turnaround times and reducing workplace accidents.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Utility Locator
USIC
04.2023 - Current
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Enhanced safety by accurately identifying and marking underground utility lines.
- Provided training to new employees on proper techniques for utility locating practices.
- Improved efficiency with prompt response to locate requests from contractors and homeowners.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing assignments under various weather conditions and terrain challenges.
- Actively responded to emergency situations pertaining to illegal digging and excavation accidents.
- Collaborated with construction crews for safe excavation, avoiding service disruptions or delays.
- Coordinated with other field technicians to efficiently complete large-scale projects within designated timeframes.
- Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint and flags for identification by excavating personnel.
- Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
- Drew maps of utility lines and potential plans for future ones, providing detailed locations and information.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations during all utility locating activities.
Mechanic
Memos Extreme Customs
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
Education
High School Diploma - Trades
Bryan Highschool
4700 Giles Rd, Omaha, NE 6815705.2023
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Damage prevention
- Construction site experience
- Utility marking
- Public safety awareness
- Modern GPS use
- Electromagnetic equipment operation
Certification
I’ve been manhole certified, also have been certified for high profile locates
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Utility Locator
USIC
04.2023 - Current
Mechanic
Memos Extreme Customs
01.2019 - 03.2022
High School Diploma - Trades
Bryan Highschool
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