Aaron Wagaman
Temple,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated apprentice with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, dependable, and quick learner . Adept at working effectively in all aspects of maintenance and new construction of distribution power lines.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
C/Class B Lineman
Pike Electric
Austin, Texas
03.2024 - Current
- Installed, maintained, and repaired aerial and underground power lines according to safety regulations.
- Inspected electrical systems for faulty connections, loose wires, and other potential issues.
- Climbed utility poles to access equipment or perform repairs.
- Responded to emergency calls in order to repair downed power lines or restore electricity services.
- Conducted tests on electrical systems using specialized equipment such as voltmeters and ammeters.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while working at heights or near energized power lines.
- Participated in continuing education classes in order to stay current with industry trends.
- Removed trees from power lines during storms or emergencies.
- Replaced damaged crossarms or insulators on utility poles as required.
- Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
- Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
- Checked rotation from underground services as well as at the meter base
- Installed and moved cutouts without taking an outage
- Proper use of mechanicals to energize main line feeders
- Sufficient at proper installment of overhead equipment such as transformers, air switches, breakers, Lightning arrestor stations and NOVA’s.
- Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
- Responded to emergency outages and storm damage, working under challenging conditions to restore power.
Lineman Apprentice 1
Bartlett Electric Co-Op
Bartlett, TX
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
- Tested conductors to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections.
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
- Operated overhead line equipment such as bucket and boom trucks.
- Assisted with emergency call-outs to quickly restore service.
- Maintained tools, equipment and vehicles in line with company standards.
- Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
- Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
- Installed electric meters in pre-installed meter-connection boxes to connect service.
Groundhand/ Apprentice
S&H Powerline Construction
Bartlett, TX
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Operated overhead line equipment such as bucket and boom trucks with consistent safety.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
- Climbed wood poles to install lines, change out transformers and connect new service.
- Maintained tools, equipment and vehicles in line with company standards.
- Operated digger derrick truck to dig and set poles
- Used rope rigs and brake rigs to efficiently do re-conducting jobs
Cell Tower Technician
Epic Communications
Driftwood, TX
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained and operated construction equipment such as electric and hydraulic winches and capstans.
- Coordinated projects to build wireless cell site foundations within timelines.
- Replaced antennas and installed new dishes.
- Managed maintenance and repairs for assigned towers.
- Prepared foam and air coaxial, hardline and elliptical waveguides for construction of towers.
- Prepared, ran, terminated and tested coax and network equipment to bring systems up to optimal performance levels.
Education
Lineman Apprenticeship 1st Year -
National Lineman College
Denton, TX06.2023
CDL (No Restrictions) -
ATDS
Killeen, TX03.2023
High School Diploma -
Temple High School
Temple, TX05.2021
Skills
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Good Work Ethic
- Active Listening
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- People Skills
- Troubleshooting
- First Aid/CPR certified
- Maintenance & Repair of distribution lines
Timeline
C/Class B Lineman
Pike Electric
03.2024 - Current
Lineman Apprentice 1
Bartlett Electric Co-Op
09.2022 - Current
Groundhand/ Apprentice
S&H Powerline Construction
06.2022 - 10.2022
Cell Tower Technician
Epic Communications
08.2021 - 12.2021
Lineman Apprenticeship 1st Year -
National Lineman College
CDL (No Restrictions) -
ATDS
High School Diploma -
Temple High School