Abelardo Reyes
Eagle Pass,TX
Summary
Skilled Lineman with practical experience in constructing and maintaining electrical power systems. Strengths include problem-solving, manual dexterity, and physical stamina, crucial for performing physically demanding tasks efficiently under diverse weather conditions. Have consistently contributed to improving safety standards while minimizing downtime during system faults or outages.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Linemen
Northstar Energy solutions
Del Rio, TX
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
- Participated in emergency response teams during natural disasters.
- Installed, spliced and tested overhead power lines.
- Installed transformers, meters, regulators and other electrical components.
- Cleaned up work sites after completing projects.
- Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- 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.
Linemen
Rio Grande Electric coop
Carrizo Springs, TX
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Troubleshot problems with distribution systems to identify root cause of issue.
- Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
- Participated in emergency response teams during natural disasters.
- Installed, spliced and tested overhead power lines.
- Rebuilt transformers by dismantling, removing and assembling core components.
- Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines.
- Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
- Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.
- Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
- Worked with team to install cables, poles and transformers.
- Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
- Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to erect poles and light or heavy power lines.
- Utilized GPS and mapping tools to locate and diagnose issues within the electrical distribution system.
- Coordinated with team members to remove trees and other obstructions from lines and equipment.
- Tested conductors to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections.
- Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
- Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and reinforcing safety practices.
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
- Conducted routine maintenance on transformers, insulators, and switches to ensure optimal performance.
- Tested and inspected electric distribution equipment and wiring outside and within buildings to verify conformance of installation with construction and building code specifications.
- Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
- Coordinated with other utilities to ensure safe working conditions and prevent service disruption.
- Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
- Inspected and tested power lines and auxiliary equipment to identify and repair faults.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
- Participated in safety meetings and workshops to stay updated on industry practices and standards.
- Documented work performed, including repairs made and materials used, for record-keeping purposes.
- Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
- Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
- Installed electric watthour meters in pre-installed meter-connection boxes to connect service.
- Responded to emergency outages and storm damage, working under challenging conditions to restore power.
Linemn
AMP utility
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Constructed distribution systems using hand tools such as shovels, hammers, saws and drills.
- Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
- Removed old wires from utility poles before replacing them with new ones.
- Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.
- Installed transformers, meters, regulators and other electrical components.
- Performed pole climbing, digging holes and backfilling trenches for line installation.
- Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
- Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
- Measured distances between posts when installing wire support structures.
- Installed, spliced and tested overhead power lines.
- Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
- Read blueprints and diagrams for proper installation techniques.
- Replaced defective or burned out conductors on utility poles using aerial lift devices.
Education
Certification - Powerline & Class A CDL
Southwest Texas Junior College
Eagle Pass, TX12-2022
High School Diploma -
Eagle Pass High School
Eagle Pass, TX05-2022
Skills
- Repair work
- Installation point access
- Safety meetings
- Written and verbal communication
- Crew assistance
- Transformer removal
- Wire Splicing
- Electrical power line maintenance
- Crossarm Installation
- Hand and power tools
- Emergency Repairs
- Company radio usage
- Power Line Installation
- Overhead Line Construction
- Transformer Maintenance
- Electrical safety procedures
- Digger Derrick Use
- Self Motivation
- Active Listening
- Team Collaboration
- Professionalism
- Team building
- Safety Management
- Goal Setting
- Time Management
Certification
- Class A CDL
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Linemn
AMP utility
08.2023 - 02.2024
Linemen
Rio Grande Electric coop
02.2023 - 06.2023
Linemen
Northstar Energy solutions
12.2022 - 02.2023
Certification - Powerline & Class A CDL
Southwest Texas Junior College
High School Diploma -
Eagle Pass High School
- Class A CDL
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