Aden Armstrong
Mattoon ,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a Commercial Driver's License, specializing in safe operation of heavy machinery. Strong communication skills and time management capabilities enhance efficiency in loading and unloading materials across job sites. Experienced in performing maintenance and repairs, contributing to overall farm operations and safety compliance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Lineman
Ameren Illinois
Mattoon, Illinois
12.2025 - 05.2026
- Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
- Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
- Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift.
- Responded to emergency outages and storm damage, working under challenging conditions to restore power.
- Followed strict safety protocols to ensure personal and public safety around electrical lines.
- Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to erect poles and light or heavy power lines.
- Tested conductors to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
- Climbed utility poles to install or repair power lines.
- Repaired downed power lines safely and efficiently.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, hammers, screwdrivers and drills to complete tasks.
Materials Handler
B.E.C. Mechanical
06.2024 - 11.2025
- Contributed full-time in summer 2024 across multiple roles, supporting operational needs.
- Current full time employment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials at various job sites, ensuring timely delivery and efficient workflow.
- Operate truck-trailer combinations daily for timely transportation of goods, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and delivery schedules.
- Maneuvered and parked trailers in various environments, including confined spaces, enhancing site safety.
- Grounds maintenance.
Education
Powerline Diploma - Powerline Program
Northwest Iowa Community College
Sheldon, IA07-2025
Skills
- Commercial Driver's License A
- OSHA 30 Card, CPR/First Aid Certified
- Operate digger derrick, bucket truck, skid steer, trencher, mini excavator, auger
- Hang and connect transformers
- Transfer line from pole to pole
- Change out insulators (tangent and dead end)
- Accurately read and understand spec book
- Tools: banjo, spoon, drill, ruler, chainsaw, hydraulic tamp
- Rescue training
- Proficient climbing
- Time management and initiative
- Effective communication
- NJATC Exam Score: 8
Timeline
Apprentice Lineman
Ameren Illinois
12.2025 - 05.2026
Materials Handler
B.E.C. Mechanical
06.2024 - 11.2025
Powerline Diploma - Powerline Program
Northwest Iowa Community College