Joshua Morse
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
Experienced Lineman with 8 years of experience in maintenance, construction, storm restorations, and troubleshooting of Dominion Energy electrical systems. Committed to providing a safe and positive work environment for both seasoned and new employees. Always looking to increase linework skills and techniques to improve quality and accuracy of work.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Dominion Energy
10.2023 - Current
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot system failures and implement effective solutions.
- Trained junior linemen on safety protocols, equipment usage, and best practices in line work.
- Led emergency response efforts during power outages, coordinating restoration activities for affected areas.
- Ensured accurate documentation of maintenance activities and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Proactively identified workflow inefficiencies and collaborated with supervision to implement process improvements that enhanced crew productivity and safety.
- Temporarily assigned to fulfill supervisory duties (TA), managing communication between field crews, customers, designers, and other Dominion Energy departments. Directed daily work plans, delegated tasks, monitored crew performance, and ensured compliance with company safety and operational standards
Apprentice Lineman
Dominion Energy
02.2020 - 10.2023
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground power distribution systems.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical infrastructure to ensure safety compliance.
- Operated heavy machinery and tools for efficient line construction and repair.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve electrical outages promptly.
- Adhered to safety protocols while performing high-risk tasks in varying weather conditions.
- Assisted in training new apprentices on safe work practices and equipment usage.
- Led small teams during service restoration efforts following severe weather events.
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used in the field of power line work.
- Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.
- Promoted safe working practices within the crew by adhering to established safety protocols at all times.
- Gained proficiency in climbing poles, towers, and structures to perform required tasks at varying heights.
- Established positive relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients by displaying professionalism, strong work ethic, and a commitment to providing high-quality service.
- Responded to emergency repair calls to conduct line switching or sectionalizing to reroute current and speed service restoration.
- Worked to string, splice, and transfer wire in both energized and de-energized circuits.
Groundman
Dominion Energy
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Mentor to beginner Groundmen to become more efficient in daily skills and tasks to complete day-to-day work
- Worked with Linemen and team to resolve problems including electrical outages, overloaded transformers, service faults, and etc., while providing exceptional customer service
- Demonstrated linework skills such as building transformer banks, rigging linework material, and wiring meter bases and CT cabinets
- Responded to emergencies and outages with a current response rate of 91% that requires additional labor and assistance for repairs
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in safe and efficient manner while maintaining a solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents
- Observed company rules and regulations in consideration of the safety of other workers
- Practiced climbing at end of day and after hours to improve accuracy, comfortability, and speed
Journeyman Electrician
Metro Electric, Inc.
06.2010 - 08.2017
- Installed commercial and residential electrical systems
- Replaced breakers, fuses, switches
- Ran pipe, pulled wires to connection boxes, switch gear, CT cabinets, and disconnects
- Installed lighting, electric outlets, circuit breakers, disconnects, and panel boards
- Used various tools to complete job including pipe benders, power tools, tape measures, etc
- Walked through with inspectors to show scope of work and to clarify that the electrical system was installed to code
- Boosted job efficiency and customer satisfaction by maintaining organized and clean job sites
- Inspected and tested electrical systems to identify connection issues and other faults affecting system performance
- Interpreted electrical codes, diagrams, and drawings to complete tasks in safe and accurate manner
- Ensured proper utilization of equipment in alignment with established safety protocols, electric code and Occupational Health and Safety regulations
- Oversaw 8 electrical technicians while performing maintenance, repairs, calibration and testing of various types of electrical systems and devices
Education
Apprenticeship - Lineworker
Dominion Energy Apprenticeship
Chester, Virginia10-2023
Apprenticeship - Electrical
Central VA Electrical Contractors Association
Richmond, VA2014
High School Diploma -
J.R. Tucker High School
Richmond, VA2010
Skills
- Safety and compliance
- Reliability and punctuality
- Leadership and mentoring qualities
- Critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Effective teamwork skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Conflict management skills
- Organizational skills
- Customer Service skills
- Active listening skills
Accomplishments
- Substation/Transition Switching Training
- Approved to glove 15KV unsupervised
- Approved to observe 15KV gloving
- 50% call out from January 2025 to November 2025
Affiliations
- Member , International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 50, 2019 to Current
- Member , Dominion Energy Safety Committee West Broad, 2019 to 2020
Certification
Virginia Journeyman Electrician
- Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
- Regulation License Number: 2710066615
CVECA Electrician Apprenticeship Certification
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Dominion Energy
10.2023 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
Dominion Energy
02.2020 - 10.2023
Groundman
Dominion Energy
08.2017 - 02.2020
Journeyman Electrician
Metro Electric, Inc.
06.2010 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
J.R. Tucker High School
Apprenticeship - Lineworker
Dominion Energy Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship - Electrical
Central VA Electrical Contractors Association