Steven Gonzalez
Milford,MA
Summary
I have worked as a Meter Reader Special for 5 years. I worked 27 years in the Overhead Line Department. The first 10 years as a first class lineman. 2 years as a crew leader and 15 years as the overnight emergency troubleman. I am also very involved with raising money for local charities for childhood cancer. An active member of my church community. Volunteer for school events and coaching my children.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Lineman/Troubleman/Senior Crew Leader
National Grid
Hopedale, MA
12.1989 - 02.2022
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
- Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
- Inspected and tested lines or cables, recording and analyzing test results to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults or malfunctions.
- Accessed specific service areas to string lines and install terminal boxes, auxiliary equipment, or metering appliances.
- Measured pole attachments and completed proper fitting and construction according to NESC guidelines.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Planned and implemented solutions for technical problems such as no power calls and storm damage.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference and degradation and reported findings to supervisor.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
- Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Education
Mass Bay Community College
Wellesley, MANorth Point Bible College
Haverhill, MAHigh School Diploma -
Milford High School
Milford, MA06.1985
Skills
- Physical Agility and Coordination
- Problem Solving
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Heavy Lifting
- Team Player
- Code Compliance
- Punctual and Dependable
Timeline
Lineman/Troubleman/Senior Crew Leader
National Grid
12.1989 - 02.2022
Mass Bay Community College
North Point Bible College
High School Diploma -
Milford High School
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