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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Braedden Zissett

Barnwell,SC

Summary

Hard working, reliable, highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Groundman/Lineman Apprentice

Santee Cooper
Varnville, SC
08.2023 - Current
  • Worked with team to install cables, poles and transformers.
  • Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
  • Participated in emergency response teams during natural disasters.
  • Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public.
  • Performed pole climbing, digging holes and backfilling trenches for line installation.
  • Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.
  • Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
  • Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
  • Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Inspected equipment for faults or damage to determine repair needs.
  • Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
  • Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
  • Measured distances between posts when installing wire support structures.
  • Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
  • Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift.
  • Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
  • Installed, spliced and tested overhead power lines.
  • Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
  • Troubleshot overhead transmission lines to restore power service.

Saw Filer/Maintenance Technician

Denmark Lumber-Beasley Products
Denmark, SC
01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Analyzed failed products from previous runs to determine cause of failure then took corrective action accordingly.
  • Mounted grinding wheels onto machines and monitored operation to verify functionality and safety.
  • Operated manual filing machines such as band-saw filers and circular-saw filers to sharpen teeth on industrial saw blades.
  • Checked the tension on circular saws to ensure proper operation.
  • Setup machines to efficiently meet daily work orders and specific tool sharpening demands.
  • Inspected teeth of saw blades for defects and damage.
  • Used hand tools to finish projects by grinding or filing surfaces to achieve smooth finishes and sharp points.
  • Maintained, cleaned and lubricated machine parts to meet optimal performance levels.
  • Measured tooth size before and after filing with calipers or micrometers to verify accuracy against customer specs.
  • Performed basic tool maintenance and lubrication based on scheduled service needs and emergency repair requirements.
  • Set up jigs for filing operations according to job orders or drawings provided by customers.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks on filing equipment including lubricating moving parts and replacing broken components as needed.
  • Replaced worn or damaged parts on saws, including bearings, drive belts, pulleys, guards, and switches.
  • Sharpened and adjusted saws to required specifications using a variety of hand tools such as files, grinders, and hammers.
  • Monitored machine operations to determine adjustments and conduct troubleshooting.
  • Grinded teeth of saw blades to specified angles and heights with grinding machines.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Scheduled and performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
  • Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
  • Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.

Tree Trim/Removal Technician

Zac's Tree Service
Branchville, SC
06.2020 - 07.2023
  • Cleared work areas of brush, stumps and other debris.
  • Collected debris from trimmed and pruned trees to clean up work sites.
  • Removed, pruned and maintained trees and other vegetation.
  • Operated hand and power tools, bucket truck and man lift.
  • Assisted with the pruning and removal of trees in urban areas.
  • Operated loaders, boom trucks and tractors to complete tree trimming work.
  • Maintained hand and power tools through proper operation, cleaning and maintenance.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Assisted with implementation of work zone safety procedures.
  • Inspected equipment before and after use to increase longevity and maximize safety.
  • Operated a variety of power tools including chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders and pole saws safely and efficiently.
  • Cleaned debris from tree maintenance and storm damage.
  • Climbed trees using safety equipment to access branches for trimming and pruning.
  • Trimmed dead and excess branches from trees and cleared branches around power lines.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Lineworking

Denmark Technical College
Denmark, SC
08-2023

High School Diploma -

Barnwell High School
Barnwell, SC
05-2023

Agriculture/Forestry/Wildlife

Barnwell County Career Center
Barnwell, SC
01-2023

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

Denmark Technical College
Denmark, SC
05-2022

Skills

  • Pole Climbing
  • Assisting loading poles
  • installing ground wire on wood poles
  • Sending materials up pole using hand line
  • use of Cant hook
  • use of pole tamp
  • install guy wire/guard
  • tie basic knots
  • clean up job site
  • install signs and cones in work area
  • coil handline for storage
  • inspect poles and powerlines
  • gather and secure materials for transport
  • use of power tools and equipment
  • repair bird damage on deenergized lines
  • keep track of patrol sheet
  • assemble cross-arm and braces/brackets before install
  • install preform on guy wire

Affiliations

  • Wednesday night small group leader (1st-3rd grade)
  • FBC Barnwell Co-ed Church softball

Accomplishments

  • National Technical Honor Society
  • FFA

Certification

  • CDL Permit
  • Electrical Lineworker Certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Groundman/Lineman Apprentice

Santee Cooper
08.2023 - Current

Saw Filer/Maintenance Technician

Denmark Lumber-Beasley Products
01.2023 - 08.2024

Tree Trim/Removal Technician

Zac's Tree Service
06.2020 - 07.2023

Some College (No Degree) - Lineworking

Denmark Technical College

High School Diploma -

Barnwell High School

Agriculture/Forestry/Wildlife

Barnwell County Career Center

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

Denmark Technical College

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