Caleb Dwyer
Soap Lake,WA
Summary
Accomplished Journeyman Lineman, skilled in overhead and underground line construction and emergency repairs. Proven track record of restoring power swiftly after severe weather events, enhancing system reliability. Strong communicator and collaborator, dedicated to safety and training future linemen while optimizing power distribution systems for minimal disruptions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Ibew Local 77, International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers
Pacific Northwest
09.2019 - Current
- Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical distribution systems effectively.
- Operated heavy equipment for safe transportation of materials on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues promptly.
- Adhered to safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
- Repaired damaged equipment promptly with a focus on quality craftsmanship and long-lasting results for increased durability.
- Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Improved safety measures by conducting regular inspections of transmission and distribution systems.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics through clear communication, collaboration, and mutual support among fellow linemen.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Installed transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
- Prioritized safety by participating in regular team meetings, addressing potential hazards, and adhering to established procedures.
- Conducted thorough assessments of storm-damaged systems for prompt repair or replacement recommendations.
- Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ephrata High School
Ephrata, WA06.2018
Skills
- Hot stick experience
- Safe work practices
- Overhead line construction
- Bucket truck operation
- Digger Derrick operation
- Pole setting
- Transformer banks
- Reconducting
- Power distribution systems
- Three-phase experience
- Helicopter work
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Grounding procedures
- Troubleshooting
- Grounding techniques
- Emergency repairs
- Steel tower erecting
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Transmission experience
- Power distribution systems
Certification
- First aid/ CPR
- Class A CDL
- Flaggers
- OSHA 10 et/d
- Crane
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Ibew Local 77, International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers
09.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ephrata High School