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Christopher Minter

Martinsville

Summary

Results-driven Field Technician with expertise in field data collection and project coordination. Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and collaborate with design teams to ensure project precision.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Technician

Mesa Associates
01.2022 - Current
  • Conducted field data collection for design assessments on power pole updates and joint-use projects.
  • Worked closely with engineering and design teams to ensure precision in project details.
  • Leveraged Katapult software expertise for efficient categorization and cable-tracing tasks.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to address service needs.

Class B Lineman

Infratech Corporation
Burlington
07.2021 - 01.2022
  • Attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from fallen or disturbed lines and to facilitate repairs.
  • Tested conductors according to specifications and electrical diagrams to identify corresponding conductors and to prevent incorrect connections.
  • Trimmed potentially hazardous trees to enable safe function of cables and wires.
  • Inspected power lines and auxiliary equipment to locate and identify problems using reading and testing instruments.
  • Identified defective sectionalizing devices, circuit breakers, voltage regulators, fuses, switches, and wiring using electrical-testing instruments.
  • Coached, mentored, and developed staff members to reach team and individual goals and strengthen core competencies.
  • Installed and repaired electrical distribution and transmission systems, including conduits, cables, and wires.
  • Grounded lines and open switches to eliminate electrical hazards at fallen lines and coordinate safe repairs.
  • Opened switches and attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
  • Climbed poles and used truck-mounted buckets to access equipment.
  • Tested conductors, according to electrical diagrams and specifications, to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections.
  • Drove vehicles equipped with tools and materials to job sites.
  • Verified the safety of equipment regularly and erected barriers around work areas to protect team members and the general public.
  • Tested conductors, following electrical diagrams and specifications to identify the correct connections.
  • Used truck-mounted buckets or straps to safely climb poles and correct problems or install new lines.

Helper

Nickelston Industries
Lawsonville
04.2020 - 07.2021
  • Assisted production workers with tasks by holding materials or tools.
  • Cleaned work areas, equipment, machines, and vehicles.
  • Inspected equipment and components to identify hazards and verify operational condition.

Class C Lineman

Utility Lines Construction
Greensboro
11.2015 - 04.2020

Education

High School Diploma -

Magna Vista High School
Ridgeway, VA
05.2012

Skills

  • Field data collection
  • Project coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Time management

Timeline

Field Technician

Mesa Associates
01.2022 - Current

Class B Lineman

Infratech Corporation
07.2021 - 01.2022

Helper

Nickelston Industries
04.2020 - 07.2021

Class C Lineman

Utility Lines Construction
11.2015 - 04.2020

High School Diploma -

Magna Vista High School