Nicolas Vaughn
Columbus
Summary
Accomplished Utility Pole Inspector adept in quality control and visual inspections. Delivered comprehensive reports, ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in inspection reporting and mentoring, driving improvements and stakeholder understanding. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail, contributing to a 20% increase in compliance adherence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Utility Inspector
Osmose Utilities
06.2022 - 06.2025
- Conducted detailed audits of contractor work, verifying compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Optimized resource allocation by effectively managing multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Improved project efficiency by closely monitoring construction activities and promptly addressing any issues.
Utility Pole Inspector
Davey Resource Group
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Maintained up-to-date inspection and audit records for improved reporting and analysis.
- Mentored junior inspectors, sharing industry expertise to enhance their skills and abilities in performing thorough inspections.
- Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
Utility Pole Inspector
Alamon Inc
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections.
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions, ensuring a safer work environment for all employees.
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams, and template specifications.
Utility Pole Inspector
Maverick Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.
- Delivered detailed reports on findings from inspections, helping stakeholders understand areas requiring attention or improvement in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
Education
Associate of Science -
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSSkills
- Quality control
- Visual inspections
- Inspection reporting
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Lead Utility Inspector
Osmose Utilities
06.2022 - 06.2025
Utility Pole Inspector
Davey Resource Group
01.2020 - 06.2022
Utility Pole Inspector
Alamon Inc
01.2018 - 01.2020
Utility Pole Inspector
Maverick Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2018
Associate of Science -
Mississippi State University
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