Austin Miller
Brandon,Mississippi
Summary
Proven Lineman with extensive experience at Chain Electric and Irby Construction, showcasing expertise in electrical power line installation and emergency repairs. Demonstrated ability to lead storm damage restoration efforts, significantly improving community power stability. Skilled in bucket truck operation and fostering team efficiency, my hands-on approach and organizational skills have consistently enhanced workplace safety and operational reliability.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lineman 1st Class
Chain Electric
Richland, MS
06.2024 - Current
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts, restoring power to affected communities as quickly as possible.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
Lineman 1st Class
Irby Construction
Richland, MS
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Trained new team members in proper procedures, fostering a safe and efficient work environment.
- Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts, restoring power to affected communities as quickly as possible.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Reduced outage durations with quick response times and effective troubleshooting skills.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Effectively managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact on overall operations.
- Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
Apprentice Lineman
Pike Electric
Midland, TX
12.2019 - 04.2022
- Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers, and existing connections.
- 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.
- Developed proficiency in operating heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and boom lifts to complete various tasks on the job site.
- Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.
- 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.
- Developed strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, transformers, circuit breakers, switches, insulators, and other power distribution components.
- Used climbers, bucket lifts and safety equipment for work at heights reaching as much as 65 feet above ground.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brandon High School
Brandon, MS05.2012
Skills
- Bucket truck operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Hand and power tools
- Storm Damage Repair
- Fall Protection Practices
- Digger Derrick Use
- Electrical power line installation
- Hole digging
- Grounding Techniques
- Safety Procedures
- Electrical safety procedures
- Electrical system knowledge
- Repair work
- Overhead Line Construction
- Emergency Repairs
- Power Line Installation
- Cable splicing
- Crossarm Installation
- Chain hoist operation
- Crew assistance
- Electrical testing
- Blueprint Analysis
- Underground Distribution Systems
- Lockout/Tagout
- Transformer removal
- Underground cabling
- Wire Splicing
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- Conductor Stringing
- Trenching
- Grid balancing
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Lineman 1st Class
Chain Electric
06.2024 - Current
Lineman 1st Class
Irby Construction
04.2022 - 06.2024
Apprentice Lineman
Pike Electric
12.2019 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Brandon High School