Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
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Christopher Jones

Webster

Summary

Looking for a position as a lineman with Sumter Electric Cooperative, where my experience in, and knowledge of, electrical line repairs, installation, maintenance, and replacement will be fully utilized. With knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and safety gear usage policy, I hope to continue to develop the skills necessary for advancement and become a valuable asset to your company.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman

Team Fishel
Groveland
05.2023 - Current
  • Supervised installation and maintenance of electrical distribution systems.
  • Coordinated team schedules to ensure timely project completion and resource allocation.
  • Managed troubleshooting activities for electrical outages and service interruptions.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting electrical problems related to power lines.
  • Ensured that all tools were properly maintained and stored correctly when not in use.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to industry best practices.
  • Reviewed project plans prior to execution to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Supervised a team of linemen in the installation, repair, and maintenance of power lines.

Lineman Foreman

Irby Construction
New Port Richey
05.2022 - 04.2023
  • Identified defective sectionalizing devices, circuit breakers, fuses, voltage regulators, transformers, switches, relays or wiring using wiring diagrams and electrical-testing instruments.
  • Opened switches and attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines or to facilitate repairs.
  • Completing timesheets, reading prints, checking locates, and organizing job briefings.
  • Monitored crew progress to ensure timely completion of projects.

Journeyman Lineman

IBEW Local 222, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Reddick
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Operated bucket trucks to access high voltage lines for repairs or maintenance activities.
  • Transmission and distribution line work.
  • Climbed poles and used bucket trucks to improve line operation.
  • Worked transmission systems in Florida and New York

Lineman Foreman

Pike Electric
St Pete
08.2016 - 09.2021
  • Managed backlot reconduct and backlot pole changes.
  • Installed transformer lines, switches, and other pole equipment.
  • Installation of concrete poles with SIMS cranes.
  • Hotline certification through Duke Energy.

Lineman

Team Fishel
Groveland
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Installed and maintained poles with primary and secondary power lines.
  • Climbed poles and used bucket trucks to improve line operations.
  • Assisted in underground splicing and new installations.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical outages and restore service quickly.

Apprentice Lineman

Pike Electric
Sumterville
02.2012 - 08.2015
  • Helped operate digger derrick truck and dug rock holes.
  • Loaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
  • Ensured that all worksites were left clean upon completion of projects.
  • Assisted in the installation of new and existing power lines.
  • Assisted in out-of-state storm restoration.
  • Installation or repair of power lines on the SECO system.
  • Progressed from groundman to A-class lineman through dedicated effort.

Education

High School Diploma -

South Sumter High School
Bushnell, FL
05-2007

Skills

  • Class A CDL
  • Journeyman lineman Local 222 ticket
  • First aid and CPR
  • Pole top rescue
  • Flagler's card
  • OSHA 10 transmissions and distributions
  • climbing competency
  • Wire tying
  • Rigging competency
  • Smith key driving system

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Foreman

Team Fishel
05.2023 - Current

Lineman Foreman

Irby Construction
05.2022 - 04.2023

Journeyman Lineman

IBEW Local 222, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
09.2021 - 04.2022

Lineman Foreman

Pike Electric
08.2016 - 09.2021

Lineman

Team Fishel
08.2015 - 08.2016

Apprentice Lineman

Pike Electric
02.2012 - 08.2015

High School Diploma -

South Sumter High School
Christopher Jones