Christopher Motes
Barnesville,GA
Summary
Driven by a results-focused approach, I leveraged my CDL A and leadership skills at Pike Electric, enhancing operational efficiency and safety. My background spans heavy machinery operation, hard labor, and team training, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to excellence. Recognized for fast learning and resilience in challenging conditions, I consistently prioritize project completion and skill advancement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Lineman A
Pike Electric
Mount Airy, NC
09.2021 - Current
- Haul poles on 40ft pole trailer with 5-15ft pole swing on back, haul poles on headache rack of Derrick truck with pole swing on front and back.
- Perform pre trip and post trip inspections.
- Assure that truck and trailer both meet DOT regulations.
- Maneuver Derrick truck and/or bucket truck through various terrain such as mud, snow, ice, etc.
- Drive Derrick/bucket through various conditions; Storms, floods, tornadoes.
- Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers, and existing connections.
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used in the field of power line work.
- Developed proficiency in operating heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and boom lifts to complete various tasks on the job site.
Fiber Lineman
Bigham Cable Construction
Piedmont, SC
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Drive bucket truck to jobs sites, drive 3500 truck with 30ft trailer hauling drill rig to job sites
- Operate bucket to complete tasks on pole such as transferring lasher, jigging fiber, running strand wire.
Operator
Diversified Utility Services
Morrow, GA
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Haul 25ft trailer with excavator to various job sites
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
Foreman
Pro Circuit Electric
Traveling Position
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Lead employees in installing wifi and kiosks in various prisons.
- Hauled 40ft enclosed equipment trailer across multiple states from prison to prison.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
Education
Pike Career Development Program
Skills
- Fast learner
- Ambitious
- Great leadership skills
- Time management
- Always seeking to learn and improve
- Willingness to work through tough conditions
Certification
- CDL A
- OSHA 10
- First Aid & CPR
- Excavation Competent Person
Timeline
Apprentice Lineman A
Pike Electric
09.2021 - Current
Fiber Lineman
Bigham Cable Construction
06.2021 - 09.2021
Operator
Diversified Utility Services
10.2020 - 06.2021
Foreman
Pro Circuit Electric
07.2019 - 10.2020
Pike Career Development Program