Austin Vuckovich
Cedartown,GA
Summary
Dedicated utility professional with experience as a Substation Journeyman, Transmission Maintenance Crew Leader, and Transmission Lineman. Strong background in maintaining and troubleshooting high-voltage electrical equipment, coordinating maintenance projects, and ensuring safe and reliable system operations. Experienced working in fast-paced field environments with a focus on safety, teamwork, preventative maintenance, and efficient problem-solving.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Metro Crew Leader on Transmission Maintenance
GA Power
10.2025 - Current
- Supervised crew operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Coordinated daily tasks among team members for efficient workflow and project completion.
- Trained new crew members on equipment usage and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Implemented best practices for job site organization, improving overall efficiency and productivity.
- Assisted in troubleshooting operational issues, facilitating quick resolutions to maintain service continuity.
- Collaborated with management on scheduling and resource allocation for optimal staffing levels.
- Conducted regular safety briefings to reinforce safe work practices among crew members.
- Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
Lineman Transmission Construction
GA Power
11.2022 - 10.2025
- Installed and maintained transmission lines.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Monitored inventory levels of materials and equipment, ensuring timely replenishment for projects.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Conducted thorough pre-construction assessments to identify potential challenges before beginning work on-site, preventing delays during project execution stages.
- Enhanced operational safety, providing comprehensive safety training and mentorship to new linemen.
Substation Journeyman
GA Power
04.2014 - 09.2017
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Performed substation tear-down and rebuild projects, including removal and replacement of outdated equipment, installation of new switches and components, and ensuring all work was completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pepperell High School
Lindale, GA05.2012
Skills
- Experienced in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of substation switches and high-voltage equipment
- Skilled in yearly preventative maintenance and inspection of transmission and substation equipment
- Experience with tear-downs, rebuilds, equipment changeout, and new switch installation
- Knowledge of switching procedures, grounding, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) safety practices
- Able to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and switching orders
- Experienced working on energized and de-energized systems safely and efficiently
- Strong leadership and communication skills from Crew Leader and Journeyman roles
Timeline
Metro Crew Leader on Transmission Maintenance
GA Power
10.2025 - Current
Lineman Transmission Construction
GA Power
11.2022 - 10.2025
Substation Journeyman
GA Power
04.2014 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Pepperell High School