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Austin Winstead

Austin Winstead

Pikeville,NC

Summary

Motivated individual that works very well in a team environment. Self motivated when working alone to complete individual tasks. Eager to meet deadlines as desired. Creative, out of the box thinker who loves to come up with solutions to problems. Quick learner who is always up for a challenge. Not ashamed to admit when I am wrong, and am quick to apologize. I always strive to go above and beyond someone else's expectations. I always strive to handle things in a professional and polite manner. I always strive to not only meet but exceed any goals set forth individually and as a team. I strive to do my best to always contribute to the team. I have an outgoing personality, that loves talking, and interacting with other individuals. Integrity, Loyalty, Respect, and Excellence is what I strive for in everything I do. I love God, my family, and my friends. I promise to always live out the mission, to see the hope of Christ in every student.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Lineman

Pike Electric
04.2022 - Current
    • Worked in a crew environment as the lead lineman to read work orders and maps to build new construction power lines up to current specs for Duke Energy.
    • Filled out Job Hazard analysis sheets and lead crew daily safety meetings.
    • Met with Duke Energy engineers to determine where to re-route old power lines and route new power lines to meet customer's needs.
    • Met with customers to best determine scheduling times in order to have their power cut off for routine maintenance on Duke Energy's power system.
    • Used a laptop to keep up with tracking daily units our crew performed in order to meet goals for production requirements.

Journeyman Lineman

Sparks Energy, Edgar Electric, NXS Powerline Constr
10.2021 - 04.2022
    • Performed storm restoration efforts to natural disaster areas after hurricanes, ice storms, wildfires, tornadoes, etc...
    • Scheduled flights, hotels, rental cars, and traveled to various areas across the nation as a self-contracted Journeyman Lineman.
    • Re-built powerlines in harsh environments under various weather conditions.
    • Responsible to meet deadlines for show up times and respond in very short time periods. Some being in less than 12-24 hours notice.
    • Worked in a crew environment safely with Lineman from all across the nation that you have never met nor worked around before.
    • Adapt quickly to learning new spec requirements for many different power systems all across the nation.

Electrical Lineman

Duke Energy
09.2016 - 10.2021
    • Completed a 4 year certification process at one of the top training facilities in the US. Thus earning a Distribution Line and Service Technician Certificate from Nash Community College in an Apprenticeship program earning the title of Journeyman Lineman.
    • Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electrical shocks.
    • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
    • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in various weather conditions.
    • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
    • Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
    • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
    • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
    • Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor.
    • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
    • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Equipment Operator

T&D Solutions
03.2013 - 09.2016
  • Start of my Lineman career. Brand new to the line of work at this point in my career.
  • Passed all DMV tests/medical clearances to get my Class A Commercial Driver's License.
  • Ran and operated a line truck.
  • Used shovels and hole diggers to dig pole holes.
  • Responded to storm calls. Often within a 2 hour response time.
  • Worked in a team environment to complete tasks each day.
  • Worked in various types of weather conditions.
  • Quickly learned materials needed for each job, how to make up material too meet specs, and provided my crew linemen with everything they needed on a per job basis.
  • Was responsible for filling out DOT pre-trip inspections and keeping trucks in operable conditions.
  • Work long hours, often past the end of shift in order to get the days tasks done.

Education

Completion of Apprenticeship Certification - Distribution Line And Service Technician

Nash Community College
Rocky Mount, NC
10.2020

High School Diploma -

North Johnston High School
Kenly, NC
06.2011

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Creative Solutions
  • Construction Principles
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Customer Service
  • Effective Customer Communication
  • Detailed Instruction
  • Time Management
  • Material Inventory
  • Troubleshooting
  • Schematics

Additional Information

Im a loving father to two amazing boys and one beautiful daughter. I am a husband to my lovely wife, Jordan. I am a unashamed follower of Jesus Christ, my lord and savior. I have been a youth crew leader at Temple City YTH for over a year now, where I am also a member of Temple City Church. I love assisting in coaching my son's sports teams. I am very interested and receptive to any kind of additional training needed. I would even love to do some continuing educations to further development desired skills. I am currently CPR and First Aid Certified, and I hold a Class A Commercial Driver's License. I am also currently enrolled in 3 different AACC Credited certification courses with Light University. Those being Mental Health Coach, Youth Mental Health Coach, and Professional Life Coach.

Timeline

Journeyman Lineman

Pike Electric
04.2022 - Current

Journeyman Lineman

Sparks Energy, Edgar Electric, NXS Powerline Constr
10.2021 - 04.2022

Electrical Lineman

Duke Energy
09.2016 - 10.2021

Equipment Operator

T&D Solutions
03.2013 - 09.2016

Completion of Apprenticeship Certification - Distribution Line And Service Technician

Nash Community College

High School Diploma -

North Johnston High School

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