Damage Prevention Managers can offer suggestions and mediate discussions to help you avoid potential injuries and costly delays. If it has been a while since your crews and other employees have had an excavation safety presentation, toolbox talk or construction site meeting, consider scheduling one prior to an upcoming job to assist with planning and conducting your work. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about best practices in the industry.
Damage Prevention Managers are available to provide assistance to stakeholders throughout the state.
Northern Illinois Damage Prevention Manager
David started in the Damage Prevention industry in 1993 as a facility locator contracted by numerous major utility companies. He provided training to other locate technicians and managers in seven states. David serves as co-chair of the Safety/Risk Management/Utility Committee for the Underground Contractors Association of Illinois and participates in the Greater Chicagoland Damage Prevention Council.
Northern Illinois Damage Prevention Manager/Bilingual Trainer
Lucy Martinez joined the JULIE damage prevention and education team in 2024 as a Damage Prevention Manager. She covers the Northern Illinois area providing training and assistance to stakeholders in both English and Spanish. She has a strong background in damage prevention after years in the gas industry where she worked in system integrity and restoration. In her previous role, Lucy was also responsible for training and mentoring new employees to ensure a successful transition and build a strong team. Lucy is currently a member of the Common Ground Alliance Bilingual Task Team, a member of the Illinois Landscape Contractors Association Women’s Networking Group and participates in the Greater Chicago Damage Prevention Council.
Central Illinois Damage Prevention Manager
Brian has been in the Underground Damage Prevention industry since 1998. He started in the industry locating and marking underground infrastructure for numerous facility owners throughout Illinois.
Southern Illinois Damage Prevention Manager
Prior to joining JULIE, Roger worked for 15 years at the City of Marshall utility department which operates electric, gas, sewer, street, water, and communication facilities. He also spent several years working in the general construction and engineering industry. Roger holds an IEPA Class C Water operator certificate.
Cell 217-299-5977
Rwatwood@julie1call.com
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