Brad Barrios
Madisonville,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented Lineman with experience in line installation and repair. Identifies and resolves operational issues and applies comprehensive knowledge of electric power distribution systems. Offers task prioritization and time management skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lineman (mechanic 2)
Entergy
Gretna, LA
05.2018 - 12.2023
- Adhere to safety practices and procedures during install, maintenance, replacement and removal of all services, components, equipment, and barrier erection
- Setting and climbing all sizes of poles in open areas, rear alleys, and in energized lines
- Operation of various pieces of equipment, including Aerial Bucket and Digger Derrick Trucks
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical distribution lines, transformers, re-closures, regulators, metering devices, and motors
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical problems
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
Lift Specialist
Versabar
Belle Chasse
01.2002 - 01.2017
- Travel offshore, internationally, weighing platforms using hydraulic lacks and calibrated electronic load cells while maintaining the lifting operations strategy, standards, procedures and programs to facilitate safe use of lifting equipment in accordance with statutory regulations, industry standards and accrediting bodies requirements
- Ensure center of gravity (CG) sling and handling gear use and inspection of various types of beam clamps and other attachment points including use of chain falls and come-a-longs were accurate to transfer platforms to their final destination
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Expedited emergency repair situations, minimizing production delays due to unforeseen breakdowns or malfunctions.
Education
Hazard Recognition Training
Northwest Lineman College
10.2020
Certified Line Worker Training -
Fletcher Technical Community College
05.2018
Diploma -
West Jefferson High School
01.1998
Skills
- Bucket truck operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Hand and power tools
- Storm Damage Repair
- Electrical power line installation
- Safety Management
- Electrical safety procedures
- Electrical system knowledge
- Overhead Line Construction
- Crew assistance
- Underground Distribution Systems
- System Troubleshooting
Certification
- CDL
- CPR
- Pole top and bucket rescue
Timeline
Lineman (mechanic 2)
Entergy
05.2018 - 12.2023
Lift Specialist
Versabar
01.2002 - 01.2017
Hazard Recognition Training
Northwest Lineman College
Certified Line Worker Training -
Fletcher Technical Community College
Diploma -
West Jefferson High School