Brian Cole
Bear,DE
Summary
To obtain a permanent full time position as a distribution Lineman.
Experienced with installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power systems. Utilizes technical knowledge to identify and resolve issues promptly, enhancing system reliability. Track record of adhering to safety protocols and working efficiently within team framework.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lineman
AUI Power
10.2019 - Current
- Executed tasks from designated distribution bucket over 3-4 years, focusing on extensive 3-phase re-conductor projects.
- Several local storms for Smeco, Pepco, and Delmarva
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Trained new team members in proper procedures, fostering a safe and efficient work environment.
- Experienced on transmission work, working on 69kv M.O.Ds and pole/crossarm replacements
- Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts, restoring power to affected communities as quickly as possible.
- Experience in grounding operations for transmission work and understand how to properly verify open points, test, and ground
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Reduced outage durations with quick response times and effective troubleshooting skills.
Equipment Manager and Operator
Newark Recycling
09.2015 - 10.2019
- Started out working in yard sorting metals, operated light and heavy equipment, such as, skid loaders, front end loaders, and excavators
- Promoted to Equipment manager and operator, in charge of maintaining and operating equipment
Education
Diploma -
John H. Groves High School
Newark, Delaware06.2019
Skills
- Operating construction equipment
- CDL Delaware Driver's License
- Bucket truck operation
- Hand and power tools
- Storm damage repair
- Digger derrick use
- Electrical power line installation
- Hole digging
- Grounding techniques
- Safety procedures
- Electrical safety procedures
- Repair work
- Overhead line construction
- Power line installation
- Troubleshooting
- Emergency repairs
- Electrical distribution systems
- Transformer maintenance
- Cable splicing
- Crossarm installation
- Electrical testing
- Equipment maintenance
- Transformer removal
- Wire splicing
- System troubleshooting
- Switchgear maintenance
- Power restoration
Certification
- CPR Advanced First Aid
- Confined Space Training
- Pole Top and Bucket Rescue
- Competent Person Training
- Trenches and Excavating
- CDL
Timeline
Lineman
AUI Power
10.2019 - Current
Equipment Manager and Operator
Newark Recycling
09.2015 - 10.2019
Diploma -
John H. Groves High School
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