Adam Watson
Loudon,TN
Summary
Journeyman Lineman with extensive experience at Loudon Utility Board, excelling in overhead and underground electrical systems. Proven track record in reducing outage durations and enhancing service reliability. Skilled in splicing underground cable and leading teams with a focus on safety and efficiency. Committed to continuous improvement and training future linemen.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Loudon Utility Board
Loudon, TN
03.2014 - Current
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Conducted inspections and performed troubleshooting on electrical lines and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Operated specialized tools and equipment for line construction and maintenance projects.
- Assisted in training apprentices on safe work practices and technical skills.
- Improved efficiency of operations through proactive identification of potential issues.
- Led repair efforts during outages, coordinating resources for timely restoration services.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced service reliability and reduced downtime.
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously under challenging conditions while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in all work performed.
- Analyzed preparation documents to correctly set up installations at job sites.
- Streamlined workflow processes by organizing tools and materials effectively before commencing each project or task.
- Sought continuing education opportunities such as workshops to refresh working knowledge and develop newest techniques.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
Education
High School Diploma - Industrial Maintenance Certification
Loudon High School
Loudon, TNSkills
-underground primary and secondary voltage work
-overhead primary and secondary voltage work
-experience working with industrial and residential lighting
-experience with stringing and splicing fiber optic cable
-experience installing/pulling underground cable
-experience splicing/terminating underground cable
-experience in pole change outs
-experience with overhead and underground reconduct projects
-CDL holder
-JT&S transformer workshop
-experienced operator of pole setting/digger derrick truck
-experienced excavator operator
-certified in hurt man rescue, chainsaw operation, fork truck operation, hazard recognition, crew safety training, battery safety, and fire safety through JT&S
-fill in as foreman during their absence on overhead and underground
-assisted in teaching Underground workshop with JT&S
-assisted in multiple storm restorations on other systems
-completed JT&S buddy to boss program
-attended foreman conference
-experienced welder
-completed TVPPA climbing assessment lab
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Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Loudon Utility Board
03.2014 - Current
High School Diploma - Industrial Maintenance Certification
Loudon High School