Brandon Preusser
Qualified Lineman
Lawrence,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Lineman with experience at Public Service Electric and Gas, trained in electrical power line installation and emergency repairs. Proven ability to promote safety and efficiency on-site, with strong communication skills and a commitment to high availability. Successfully installed and removed transformers while adhering to strict safety protocols. Have set and removed poles with digger/derrick.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lineman
Public Service Electric and Gas
Lawrenceville, NJ
05.2022 - Current
- Became qualified May 2025
- Participated in professional development opportunities, including overhead electric training sessions and certification programs
- Worked safe on a crew with communication and tailboards
- Consistently worked towards a safe and efficient work environment.
- Responded to emergency call outs and trouble work as part of an overhead crew
- Installed and removed primary and secondary transformers
- Assisted in the completion of overhead primary and sub transmission work
- Hauling, setting, and removing of poles in accordance with our digger/derrick training
- Knowledge of testing and grounding procedures
- Understanding of our lockout and tagout rules
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
- Have a high record of availability with overtime and callout
Unit Supply Specialist
US Army Reserve
Blackwood, New Jersey
10.2018 - 10.2024
- Prepared detailed reports on unit inventory and expenditures to inform senior personnel and leadership
- Coordinated transportation logistics for the movement of supplies between units or locations as needed.
- Prepared unit and organizational supply documentation.
- Learned great skills of leadership and was promoted to Non-Commissioned Officer prior to leaving
Apprentice Lineman
AUI Power
Elkton, MD
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Promoted a culture of safety within the apprenticeship program by consistently adhering to established guidelines for personal protective equipment use and safe work practices.
- Hauled heavy equipment and operated booms at heights of 125ft
- Learned basics of ground handing and its importance on a line crew
- Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds and conversions
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Worked on both energized and dead wire (with proper grounding procedures)
Education
Pre-Apprenticeship Line Worker Certification - Climbing And Basic Electric Training
Southeast Lineman Training Center
Trenton, GA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Taconic Hills CSD
Copake, NY 05.2001 -
Skills
Repair work
Crossarm installation
Electrical testing
Electrical safety procedures
Shortening and lengthening lines
Transformer removal
Crew assistance
Written and verbal communication
Hole digging
Hand and power tools
Emergency repairs
High Availability
Power line installation
Troubleshooting
Electrical power line installation
Repair work
Timeline
Lineman
Public Service Electric and Gas
05.2022 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
AUI Power
03.2021 - 05.2022
Unit Supply Specialist
US Army Reserve
10.2018 - 10.2024
Pre-Apprenticeship Line Worker Certification - Climbing And Basic Electric Training
Southeast Lineman Training Center
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Taconic Hills CSD
05.2001 -
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