Benjamin Gold
Atoka,OK
Summary
Detail oriented lineman with 4.5 years of experience in construction and maintenance of power lines. Identifies job hazards and works closely with teammates to ensure safety for the crew.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lineman
Northstar
Grand Prairie, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Performed maintenance and reconduct work in varied weather conditions, both transmission and distribution
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Trained apprentices in proper procedures, to ensure a safe and efficient working environment
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Inspected power lines for storm damage and repair
- Constructed new power lines, both transmission and distribution
- Worked efficiently to finish large scale projects while meeting deadlines
- Contributed to positive teamwork dynamics by effectively communicating with coworkers and supervisors
- Adhered to strict safety protocols to prevent accidents
Apprentice Lineman
American Electric Power, AEP
Tulsa, OK
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Set up buckets and cranes for aerial work
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with skid steers and heavy equipment
- Operated digger-derricks, bucket trucks and boom trucks
- Climbing poles, towers, and structures to perform required tasks at varying heights.
- Responded to call outs
- Traveled across Oklahoma and Texas as for disaster recovery response following widespread destruction resulting from storms and wildfires.
- Assisted in the completion of complex projects, such as building switches and cutting in substations
Intern/Groundman
PSO Atoka
Atoka, OK
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted the Journeyman Lineman with preparing material for the workday
- Ensured a safe work environment by grounding and barricading trucks
- Assisted in the removal and replacement of distribution poles, transformers, taps, services etc.
- Responded to call outs
Intern/Groundman
Oklahoma Gas and Electric Co
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Climbed poles and used bucket trucks to complete aerial work
- Gathered materials needed for jobs and repairs
- Assisted in the removal and replacement of monopoles and h-structures
- Responded to call outs
Intern/Groundman
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co
Oklahoma City, OK
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Gathered materials needed for jobs and repairs
- Assisted in the removal and replacement of monopoles and h-structures
- Responded to call outs
Education
Associates Of Applied Sciences - High Voltage Line Technician
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology
Okmulgee, OK12.2022
Skills
Communication
Wire work
Schematics
Structure Change Outs
Hole digging
Repair work
Running Bucket Truck
Climbing
Operating Heavy Equipment and Machinery
Certification
Class A CDL w/o Restrictions
OSHA 10 ET&D
CPR/First Aid
References
- Chad Reeves, Journeyman Lineman, (918) 527-4415
- Marcus Tippett, Foreman, (469) 866-3919
- Ron Dickson, Heavy Equipment Operator, (940) 220-0907
- Frank Robert, Journeyman Lineman, (580) 239-2087
- Brian Akard, Foreman, (580) 916-8020
Timeline
Lineman
Northstar
01.2024 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
American Electric Power, AEP
10.2022 - 06.2023
Intern/Groundman
PSO Atoka
05.2022 - 07.2022
Intern/Groundman
Oklahoma Gas and Electric Co
10.2021 - 02.2022
Intern/Groundman
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co
06.2021 - 08.2021
Associates Of Applied Sciences - High Voltage Line Technician
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology