Carlos Rodriguez
Midland
Summary
Proficient line worker comfortable working with both energized and de-energized lines. Proven skills in working at heights, managing heavy loads and operating equipment. Currently licensed with strong safety record.
Effective at managing daily line work and emergency call-outs in all types of environments. Experienced with skills such as sagging, guying and tower erection. Dependable, hardworking and safety-focused.
Well-versed in handling tasks such as pole replacements and reconducting with little oversight. Skilled at building circuits, replacing hardware and installing transformers.
Skilled Journeyman Lineman with background in maintaining, repairing, and installing electrical infrastructure. Strengths include solid knowledge of electrical systems, safety protocols and effective team leadership. Proven ability to enhance system performance and reliability while adhering to compliance standards. Previous work resulted in improved efficiency and decreased downtime due to mechanical issues.
Focused lineman proudly offering a strong work ethic and a great attendance record. An adaptable employee willing to follow instructions to ensure safety and committed to maintaining equipment. Known for assisting others whenever needed.
Safety-oriented Lineman with many years of experience assisting crew members with hoisting and rigging and power tool operations. A dedicated employee offering skills in loading and unloading trucks and maintaining work vehicles. Ready for a new position where attention to detail and exceptional communication can be utilized.
Skilled in safely installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power lines. Experience includes working with both underground and overhead power line systems, ensuring reliable power supply. Strong problem-solving abilities, adept at diagnosing issues quickly and effectively to minimize downtime. Contributed to improving system efficiency and safety protocols in previous roles, enhancing operational excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Service Journeyman Lineman
KTX Electric
Midland
03.2021 - Current
- Stringing Conductor, Carefully pulling wires and attaching the electrical wires to poles.
- Setting poles, digging holes for anchors and poles.
- Connecting transformers, Voltage regulators, switches.
- Planning and route selection to installation and maintenance Line.
- Climbing poles, aerial lifts and bucket trucks.
- Perform underground work.
- Problem Solving and trouble shooting.
- Working with others and communicating with other projects.
- Conducted routine inspections of power lines for safety and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues effectively.
- Operated aerial lift equipment to access high voltage areas safely.
- Utilized specialized tools for wire splicing and electrical repairs efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during line work activities.
- Assisted in training apprentices on safety procedures and equipment use.
- Responded to emergency outages, restoring power quickly and safely.
- Provided technical guidance to apprentice linemen when needed.
- Operated bucket trucks to access high voltage lines for repairs or maintenance activities.
- Worked quickly and safely to maintain and reconduct lines.
- Participated in training sessions to learn new techniques in line operations.
- Climbed wood poles using approved climbing methods while wearing proper safety gear.
- Performed installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground power lines.
- Performed work on both dead and energized lines of different voltages.
- Utilized specialized tools including hot sticks, rubber gloves, cable slings and lineman pliers.
- Repaired or replaced damaged poles and anchors following storm damage or vehicle accidents.
- Tested and operated switches, cutouts, regulators and voltage controllers for proper operation.
- Read blueprints to determine locations of power line routes.
- Removed trees from around high voltage power lines to prevent outages caused by tree limbs touching wires.
- Attached transformers to poles and connected to power lines.
- Responded quickly during emergency situations such as storms or downed poles and lines.
- Replaced faulty components such as insulators, conductors and related hardware on energized circuits up to 69KV.
Education
Stanton High School
Stanton, TXSkills
- Safety protocol adherence
- Transformer connections
- Wire splicing
- Underground power line work
- Aerial lift operation
- Emergency response
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Routine inspections
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Apprentice training
- Lockout/Tagout
- Written and verbal communication
- Repair work
- OSHA regulations
- Voltage testing
- Pole setting
- Conductor splicing
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Substation maintenance
- Bucket truck operation
- Transformer maintenance
- Hole digging
- Electrical distribution systems
- Three-phase experience
- Grounding procedures
- Transformer banks
- Trenching
- Electrical testing
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- Power line installation
- Customer service
- Underground line repair
- Electrical diagrams
- Overhead line construction
- Work order management
- Project estimation
- Crossarm installation
- Fault location
- Cable installation
- Heavy lifting
- Reconducting
- Cable splicing
- Watt-hour meter installation
- Electrical power line installation
- Line stringing
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Chain hoist operation
- Power distribution systems
- Underground cabling
- Equipment inspection
- Construction principles
- Safety procedures
- Emergency repairs
- Underground distribution systems
- Crew assistance
- Fault detection techniques
- Electrical power line maintenance
- Digger derrick use
- Electrical safety procedures
- Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting [equipment]
- Hand and power tools
- Storm damage repair
- Electrical systems
- System troubleshooting
- Transformer removal
- Blueprint analysis
- Conductor stringing
- Line extension planning
- Steel tower erecting
- Safety meetings
- Fluent English & Spanish
- Installation techniques
- Safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Voltage regulation
- Team coordination
- Installation point access
Dates
CapRock Electric
06/17/2004 - 2012
Primary Utility
03/21/2012 - 2017
LineTec Service
07/10/2017 - 2021
KTX Electric
03/17/2021 to present...
Organization
Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation, www.tdlr.texas.gov
License Information
Master, 15614, Texas
Work Experience
03/17/21, 02/26/25, Yes, Industrial Stringing Conductor, Carefully pulling wires and attaching the electrical wires to poles. Setting poles, digging holes for anchors and poles Connecting transformers, Voltage regulators, switches. Planning and route selection to installation and maintenance Line, Climbing poles, aerial lifts and bucket trucks. Perform underground work Problem Solving and trouble shooting. Communicate with others and are part of the work site.
Supervisor Information
Chester E, Reeves, KTX EMACHIG
Timeline
Service Journeyman Lineman
KTX Electric
03.2021 - Current
Stanton High School
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