Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
LICENSES AND TRAINING
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Benjamin Pyka

Independence,WI

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Apprentice Lineman

Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services, LLC
New Richmond, WI
09.2025 - Current
  • Install and maintain overhead power lines and electrical systems.
  • Assist in the installation of new and existing power lines.
  • Frame, set, string wire, and remove poles on electrical systems.

1000-Hour Apprentice Lineman

Jackson Electric Cooperative
Black River Falls, WI
05.2025 - 09.2025
  • Built and repaired power lines, including setting poles, framing, and stringing conductors.
  • Installed, spliced, repaired, tested, and maintained underground electric cables and wires.
  • Performed ground duties, such as digging holes, preparing equipment, and operating machinery.

Assistant Electrician

Terry's Electrical Service
Fountain City, WI
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Built panels containing relays, switches, and circuit breakers.
  • Installed electrical wiring and equipment in accordance with local codes and regulations.
  • Operated hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to ensure task completion.

1000-Hour Apprentice Lineman

Riverland Energy Cooperative
Arcadia, WI
05.2024 - 11.2024
  • Prepared materials, tools, and equipment for daily tasks.
  • Assisted in the installation and maintenance of power lines, transformers, and circuits.
  • Operated digger derricks, aerial lifts, and cable splicing equipment.
  • Responded to outages that required additional assistance for repairs.

Education

Technical Diploma - Electrical Power Distribution

Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WI
05-2024

Skills

  • Knowledge of electrical systems and equipment
  • Able to climb utility poles and perform tasks safely
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Ability to follow safety protocols and procedures

LICENSES AND TRAINING

  • Class A Commercial Driver's License
  • Youth Apprenticeship, Arcadia Electric Utility, June 2022-Aug 2023

Timeline

Apprentice Lineman

Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services, LLC
09.2025 - Current

1000-Hour Apprentice Lineman

Jackson Electric Cooperative
05.2025 - 09.2025

Assistant Electrician

Terry's Electrical Service
03.2025 - 05.2025

1000-Hour Apprentice Lineman

Riverland Energy Cooperative
05.2024 - 11.2024

Technical Diploma - Electrical Power Distribution

Blackhawk Technical College
Benjamin Pyka