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Brian Jones

GLENWOOD,NJ

Summary

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

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Lineman

PSE&G
Secaucus, NJ
09.2022 - Current
  • Lead a crew to perform all overhead linework tasks. Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
  • Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
  • Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.

Adjunct Overhead Instructor

PSE&G
Secaucus, NJ
05.2010 - Current
  • Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance hands-on learning experience .
  • Provided individualized instruction to students to improve their knowledge of transformer connections and theory.
  • Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions regarding linework.
  • Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum development ideas.
  • Utilized multimedia technologies such as audio-visual equipment, computers or video projectors when teaching classes.
  • Employed variety of teaching styles to respond to needs of diverse learners.
  • Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.

Lineman

PSE&G
Secaucus, NJ
08.2009 - 09.2023
  • Installed, spliced and tested overhead power lines.
  • Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
  • Performed pole climbing, digging holes and backfilling trenches for line installation.
  • Installed transformers, switches and other electrical components.
  • Constructed distribution systems using hand tools such as shovels, hammers, saws and drills.
  • Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.
  • Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.

Lineman Instructor (CPR, Transformer & Climbing)

Northeast Apprenticeship and Training(N.E.A.T)
Wall, NJ
03.2003 - 08.2009
  • Taught AC/DC electrical theory.
  • Trained students Insolate/Isolate and proper handling of rubber PPE
  • Instructed the proper free climbing technique.
  • Taught different methods of pole top rescue
  • Taught basic first aid/ CPR
  • Instructed hot line tool methods.
  • Taught basic linework industry safety practices and construction methods.
  • Tested and quized students periodically to confirm their understanding the course work.
  • Constructed simulated distribution systems at the training yard using hand tools such as shovels, hammers, saws and drills and provided instruction on how to properly use those tools.

Journeyman Lineman

IBEW LU# 102
Parsippany, NJ
07.2000 - 08.2009
  • Inspected transmission line structures to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Installed transformers and other electrical apparatus in substations, switchyards and along rights-of-way.
  • Performed installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground power lines.
  • Tested and operated switches, cutouts, regulators and voltage controllers for proper operation.
  • Replaced faulty components such as insulators, conductors and related hardware on energized circuits up to 230KV.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged poles and anchors following storm damage or vehicle accidents.
  • Read blueprints to determine locations of power line routes.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Sussex County Community College
Newton, NJ
05.1999

Skills

  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Crew Assistance
  • Transformer Connections
  • Climbing Ladders, Poles and Towers

Timeline

Chief Lineman

PSE&G
09.2022 - Current

Adjunct Overhead Instructor

PSE&G
05.2010 - Current

Lineman

PSE&G
08.2009 - 09.2023

Lineman Instructor (CPR, Transformer & Climbing)

Northeast Apprenticeship and Training(N.E.A.T)
03.2003 - 08.2009

Journeyman Lineman

IBEW LU# 102
07.2000 - 08.2009

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Sussex County Community College

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