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Overview
Work History
Education
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2022 Ground hand of the year
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Brett Penwell

Jacksonville

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience as an Underground Lineman at Hunter Communications, excelling in fiber optic line installation and emergency management. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and operational efficiency while adhering to strict safety protocols. Skilled in heavy lifting and trenching, demonstrating physical stamina and adaptability in challenging environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Underground Lineman

Hunter Communications
01.2022 - Current
  • Strengthened communication among team members while working in confined spaces to ensure smooth workflow during complex projects.
  • Supported team members in accomplishing shared goals by providing assistance when needed and sharing knowledge on best practices.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by actively participating in process improvement discussions and offering valuable insights based on field experience.
  • Effectively managed emergency situations involving damaged or compromised underground lines, minimizing risks to public safety.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following strict safety protocols and ensuring proper use of personal protective equipment.
  • Developed expertise in operating specialized equipment for excavation, cable pulling, and splicing tasks.

Class A CDL OTR Driver

Ryder Integrated Logistics
12.2020 - 12.2021
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.

Class A CDL OTR Driver

Tradewinds Transit
08.2019 - 12.2020
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
  • Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.

Trailer Dumper/ Shift Supervisor

Ohio Valley Aluminum Company
02.2016 - 08.2020
  • Delivered correct work to production lines based on line request.
  • Enhanced efficiency by operating dumper trucks in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Minimized environmental impact through responsible disposal practices when offloading waste materials.
  • Delivered exceptional service by meeting tight deadlines for the transport of crucial construction materials.
  • Operated front end loaders, forklifts, and variable boom lifts on a regular basis inside metal foundry operational areas with advanced skill.

Education

High School Diploma -

Shelby County High School
Shelbyville, KY
05-2013

Skills

  • Bucket truck operation
  • Protective equipment usage
  • Fiber Optic line ariel and underground installation
  • Electrical safety compliance
  • Hole digging
  • Physical strength and stamina
  • Repair work
  • Heavy lifting
  • Trenching
  • Adaptable to weather conditions

Certification

  • OSHA 30 Hour Outreach Training Program-Constuction - 05/07/2023
  • 2023 NESC 101 Workshop Training - 7.5 professional development hours- 04/25/2023
  • 2023 NESC 201 Workshop Training - 14.75 professional development hours- 04/27/2023
  • Confined space entrance training - 09/2023
  • OSHA Ladder Safety - 03/2022
  • Excavation Safety- 06/03/2022
  • OSHA Fall Safety - 03/2022
  • First Aid / CPR - Expires 02/2027
  • Wildfire smoke training - 03/2022
  • Oregon Flagging Certification- Expires 04/2025
  • Forklift Certification- 05/2025
  • Class A CDL - Expires 04/07/2030
  • OSHA Fundamentals of Fall Protection- 06/03/2022
  • Pull Top Rescue Certification- 03/2024

2022 Ground hand of the year

I was awarded the 2022 Ground hand of the year award by Hunter Communications following a company wide vote.

Timeline

Underground Lineman

Hunter Communications
01.2022 - Current

Class A CDL OTR Driver

Ryder Integrated Logistics
12.2020 - 12.2021

Class A CDL OTR Driver

Tradewinds Transit
08.2019 - 12.2020

Trailer Dumper/ Shift Supervisor

Ohio Valley Aluminum Company
02.2016 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

Shelby County High School

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