Hakeem Gross
Baltimore
Summary
Accomplished Utility Locator at UtiliQuest LLC, recognized as Locator of the Year in 2025. Expert in blueprint reading and utility marking, enhancing public safety through precise identification of underground infrastructure. Proven ability to train staff and improve operational efficiency, fostering collaboration across teams for successful project outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Locator
UtiliQuest LLC
12.2022 - 03.2026
- Conducted utility location using advanced detection equipment and techniques.
- Interpreted utility maps to identify underground infrastructure accurately.
- Collaborated with field teams to ensure safety and compliance during projects.
- Documented and reported findings in accordance with company protocols.
- Provided training to new employees on proper techniques for utility locating practices.
- Enhanced safety by accurately identifying and marking underground utility lines.
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Developed strategic plans to optimize resource allocation and reduce response times.
- Led initiatives to enhance communication between departments for project success.
- Improved efficiency of locating processes through methodical analysis of workflows.
- Trained new staff on utility locating processes and safety practices.
- Improved efficiency with prompt response to locate requests from contractors and homeowners.
- Locator of the Year in 2025
Education
High School Diploma - Drafting
Mergenthaler Vocational High School
Baltimore, MD06.2010
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Damage prevention
- Construction site experience
- Utility marking
- Public safety awareness
- Excavation safety
- Sketching
- Modern GPS use
- Routing
- Site inspection
- Excavation safety trained
- Ground penetrating radar
Timeline
Utility Locator
UtiliQuest LLC
12.2022 - 03.2026
High School Diploma - Drafting
Mergenthaler Vocational High School