Ben Hager
Torrington,WY
Summary
Growing up in my family owned & operated restaurant, I learned to have great people & communication skills along with an understanding of business operations. I was taught at an early age that respect is earned not given. I will bring with me the skills to teach, motivate, & build a selfless team. I will lead by example, placing individuals & the team above myself.
I was on the elder board of SONrise Church in Torrington, Wy for six years, completing the term. In that position I gained deeper skills in teamwork, communication, business, & life.
I am highly experienced with leading crews in dynamic environments & ensuring adherence to safety regulations. Utilizes keen problem-solving skills to address & resolve operational challenges swiftly. Track record of fostering teamwork & maintaining high productivity levels in high-pressure settings. Commitment to Zero is top priority.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Foreman & Safety Committee President
Wyrulec Company
Torrington, WY
01.2009 - Current
- Achieved Journeyman status in 2011
- Direct daily operations, maintaining rigorous safety & quality compliance throughout processes
- Trained & mentored team members to enhance performance & operational efficiency
- Coordinate workflow among teams to optimize production schedules & resource allocation
- Implement process improvements that reduce downtime & increase productivity levels
- Foster a positive work environment, boosting overall crew morale & job satisfaction
- Mitigate risks associated with fieldwork through thorough hazard assessments & mitigation measures
- Enhance safety standards with regular equipment inspections & maintenance procedures
- Conduct daily job briefings explaining work procedures, plans, & best safety practices.
- Work with upper management on job planning, risk mitigation, employee performance & efficiency
- Daily communication with consumers about work practices, job planning & overall outcome
- Prepare & lead safety committee meetings
- Help plan and teach employee safety meetings
- Build and maintain companies electrical system consisting of 7,200, 14,400 and 34,500 volt powerlines.
- Work in all weather conditions, at all hours of the day while keeping the highest standard of safety procedures.
Apprentice Lineman
City of Torrington
Torrington, WY
09.2007 - 01.2009
- Installed and maintained electrical distribution systems for effective power delivery.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical outages, ensuring timely resolutions of service interruptions.
- Operated heavy machinery and tools to support utility maintenance and construction projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Torrington High School
Torrington, WY05-2000
No Degree - General Classes
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK2001
No Degree -
Eastern Wyoming College
Torrington, WY2002
Skills
- Highly motivated holding myself to high moral standards I pursue & execute extreme ownership As foreman my ultimate concern is the well being of my crew members - my men going home safely every night to their families I have built & maintained cohesive relationships built on trust & respect in all aspects of my life, but especially work I place every crew member above myself Making sure their needs are met before my own "Team before self" is the rule I live by
- Skilled communicator to both individuals & large groups Attended many college communication classes, learning how to construct & deliver speeches In the years after I have rigorously studied the art of communication, putting what I have learned into practice
- Past elder of a Christian church, preaching all over Wyoming, Nebraska, & parts of Colorado
- Speaking at many events for organizations & businesses
- Teaching & motivating
- Recently finished a mentorship training course, gaining more knowledge in communication, teamwork, & relationship building
- Safety is my biggest priority I have maintained a high safety culture I hold my crew & myself to the highest standards I am very good at motivating & giving people their "Why" concerning safe working procedures
Accomplishments
Husband & Father
Lead Line Foreman
President of Wyrulec Safety Committee
Certified Journeyman Lineman
Fostering a Selfless Team of Linemen
Certification
Journeyman Lineman
OHSA 1910.269 Certificate
OSHA 1010 Certificate
Class A CDL
NERC OTS Certificate
NREA/NRECA JT&S Certificate
Foreman & Supervisor Training Certificate
Timeline
Lead Line Foreman & Safety Committee President
Wyrulec Company
01.2009 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
City of Torrington
09.2007 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Torrington High School
No Degree - General Classes
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
No Degree -
Eastern Wyoming College