Benjamin Rucker
Journeyman lineman
Wauchula,FL
Summary
Dynamic individual performing installations and maintenance on variety of electrical systems. Works knowledgeably with voltage, current and resistance under potentially stressful circumstances. Demonstrates proficient diagnostic abilities and implements resolutions for complex electrical system malfunctions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lineman
MasTec
11.2022 - Current
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Journeyman Lineman Foreman
Powertown Electric
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
- Read and interpreted [Type] plans, prepared supplies and developed effective plan of action before beginning work.
- Measured pole attachments and completed proper fitting and construction according to NESC guidelines.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
Lineman
Volt Power
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
Lineman
Irby
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
Lineman
JW Didado Electric
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Lineman
Extreme Powerline
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
Lineman
Powertown Electric
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
Lineman
Pike Electric
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
Lineman Foreman
Mosaic
10.2007 - 10.2012
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
Lineman
Glades Utility
03.2006 - 09.2007
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Lineman
Irby
03.2005 - 03.2006
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Journeyman - Lineworking
South Florida State College
Wauchula08.2004
Skills
- Substation Switching
- Schematics
- Cable Splicing
- Shortening and Lengthening Lines
- Bucket Truck Operation
- Electrical Maintenance and Repair
- Electrical Power Line Installation
- Hole Digging
- Electrical Installations
- Power Generation
- Troubleshooting
- Hand and Power Tools
- Transformer Removal
- Electrical Testing
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Repair Work
- Underground Cabling
- Pole Climbing
- Electrical Distribution Systems
Certification
Heli Certified
Timeline
Lineman
MasTec
11.2022 - Current
Journeyman Lineman Foreman
Powertown Electric
01.2022 - 11.2022
Lineman
Volt Power
01.2021 - 01.2022
Lineman
Irby
07.2020 - 01.2021
Lineman
JW Didado Electric
01.2019 - 07.2020
Lineman
Extreme Powerline
01.2018 - 01.2019
Lineman
Powertown Electric
05.2015 - 12.2017
Lineman
Pike Electric
10.2012 - 05.2015
Lineman Foreman
Mosaic
10.2007 - 10.2012
Lineman
Glades Utility
03.2006 - 09.2007
Lineman
Irby
03.2005 - 03.2006
Journeyman - Lineworking
South Florida State College
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