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Brian Lindley

Greenwood,SC

Summary

Adept at enhancing project efficiency and team performance, my tenure at Sumter Utilities and Pike Electric showcases a proven track record in mentoring, safety compliance, and strategic resource allocation. Skilled in reading blueprints and enforcing safety protocols, I excel in fostering professional growth and ensuring customer satisfaction through high-quality, timely project completions.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Working Foreman

Sumter Utilities
01.2021 - Current
  • Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and overseeing team performance.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
  • Interpreted safety documentation and implemented compliant procedures on work sites to prevent accidents.
  • Managed budgets, allocating resources efficiently for cost-effective project completion.
  • Championed customer satisfaction by ensuring timely project completion and high-quality results.
  • Optimized resource allocation by accurately forecasting material needs and labor requirements for each project.
  • Collaborated with management to develop strategic plans and achieve company objectives.

Class A Lineman - Working Foreman

Pike Electric
08.2012 - 01.2021
  • Completed complex projects on time through effective planning, coordination, and teamwork with crew members.
  • Upheld quality standards while constructing or upgrading substations according to company specifications.
  • Actively participated in ongoing training programs, staying current with industry advancements and safety regulations.
  • Optimized productivity through proficient operation of specialized line equipment like stringing gear machines or hydraulic presses.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular safety meetings and implementing company protocols.
  • Increased efficiency in line construction projects by effectively utilizing heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and trenchers.
  • Prevented potential accidents by consistently following safety guidelines when working with live wires and high voltage equipment.
  • Maintained positive relationships with customers during service calls or outages, providing clear explanations of work performed.
  • Ensured accurate inventory management by properly tracking tools, equipment, and materials utilized in daily tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete installations of new overhead and underground electrical lines efficiently.
  • Reduced outage durations by quickly identifying issues and performing necessary repairs on distribution systems.

Class A Lineman

Sumter Utilities
07.2008 - 08.2012
  • Improved power grid reliability by inspecting and maintaining transmission lines and related equipment.
  • Assisted in minimizing environmental impact during projects by adhering to proper disposal procedures for hazardous materials.
  • Completed complex projects on time through effective planning, coordination, and teamwork with crew members.
  • Reduced outage durations by quickly identifying issues and performing necessary repairs on distribution systems.

Education

Diploma - General Studies

Greenwood High School
Greenwood, SC
06.1989

Skills

  • Maintaining a safe and efficient work environment
  • Reading and consulting on blueprints to insure correct construction of powerlines
  • Keeping within a conscious budget
  • Mentoring others as they learn this skilled position
  • Submitting electronic paperwork in a timely manner, such as payroll information, inventory, job briefings, and other pertinent information
  • Enforcing all mandated safety precautions

Certification

  • First Aid
  • OSHA 10
  • OSHA 20

Timeline

Working Foreman

Sumter Utilities
01.2021 - Current

Class A Lineman - Working Foreman

Pike Electric
08.2012 - 01.2021

Class A Lineman

Sumter Utilities
07.2008 - 08.2012

Diploma - General Studies

Greenwood High School
Brian Lindley