Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Clay Skinner

Afton,WY

Summary

My goal is to be an Elite Lineman/Trouble man and to perform all tasks assigned safely while maintaining maximum productivity. I strive to be very customer oriented, while holding to the high standards of PacifiCorp. Enthusiastic individual experienced in resolving conflicts and issues with exceptional skill and poise. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise ensuring projects meet safety regulations, policies and procedures.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Foreman Special Projects

Lower Valley Energy
01.2021 - Current
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • During this time I oversaw crews as we rebuilt the main Feeders in Jackson Hole and also rebuilt and installed new infrastructure and backbone on Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. I was able to get new feeders across Snake River that had washed out during high water and also rebuild and armor banks on the Snake River and Buffalo River to protect our Overhead transmission line.

Storm Foreman

Siebert Electric
01.2021 - Current

During the winter time while our work was slow, I took Vacation time and worked as a Foreman for Siebert Electric. I worked storms in New Hampshire, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Michigan, Florida, and Texas. This gave me extensive experience working on different systems and for different Utilities. I feel like this has really improved my knowledge and skillset as a Journeyman and also as a leader.

Contract Administrator

Lower Valley Energy
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Monitored incoming contracts and service agreements for correct pricing and information.
  • Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems.
  • Drafted, reviewed and revised contracts for accuracy and completeness.
  • Tracked contract milestones and updated Management to facilitate project progress.
  • During this time I oversaw all contractors working on LVE property, 2 underground wire replacement crews 1 overhead crew and 2 tree trimmers. I also oversaw all ROW operations for Wildfire Mitigation working hand in hand with USDA Forest Service and Grand Teton National Park to widen and increase our ROW. Also I was tasked with taking a crew back to CA to help PG&E on mutual Aid for the winter storms that hit Northern CA where we spent 3 weeks helping change broken poles and fixing downed wire.

Journeyman Lineman/ Trouble man

Lower Valley Energy Afton WY
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
  • In this district I worked on overhead and underground services, also I was able to represent LVE and NRECA international in Carocal Haiti for 3 weeks on a humanitarian mission helping local lineman build new infrastructure. I was also tasked with going out on Mutual Aid for PG&E to Paradise CA in December of 2018 to rebuild the infrastructure after the Camp Fire. We spent 3 weeks there building new 3 phase Delta overhead Lines where the fire had destroyed everything.

Journeyman Lineman

Lower Valley Energy Jackson WY District
01.2010 - 01.2014

During this time I worked as a Journeyman Lineman taking on call and troubleshooting outages in the Jackson area. I covered from the south gate of Yellowstone to Cora Wyoming where we meet up with Rocky Mountain Power Pinedale District.I worked on crews installing new 750 mcm feeders in Jackson and retiring overhead lines. Installing new Primary in subdivisions and doing secondary installations to homes from 200 amp services to 1200 amp services. Also large commercial 3 phase services.

Completion of Apprenticeship

UVSC and Northwest Line School
06.2006 - 06.2010

During this time I completed my apprenticeship working on 12470 kV and 24900 KV distribution both overhead and underground. I also worked on our 115 KV and 69 KV Sub transmission line hot sticking

  • Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering a cohesive work environment conducive to accomplishing shared objectives.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.

Meter Reader

Lower Valley Energy
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Promoted environmental awareness among customers through knowledgeable discussions on energy conservation measures during site visits.
  • Attended safety meetings and took part in safety awareness trainings and programs.
  • Improved meter reading accuracy by diligently recording consumption data and cross-checking readings.
  • Maintained professional relationships with clients while performing on-site visits, fostering a positive company image.

Education

Completed All Tests To Become A Journeyman Lineman -

Northwest Lineman College
Meridian, ID
06.2010

Line Installer/Repairer (Lineman)

The United States Dept of Labor
06.2010

Skills

  • Creativity
  • Leadership
  • Organization
  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to Detail
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Equipment Oversight
  • Worksite safety
  • Project Planning

Certification

Flagger Certified

Utility Locator

Crane and Rigging

First Aid CPR


I have 20 years of experience

Operating Tucker Snow cats,

Backhoes, excavators, Skid steers,

UG Pullers, Overhead pullers, Semi’s, Digger Derricks, and Bucket trucks.

Timeline

Foreman Special Projects

Lower Valley Energy
01.2021 - Current

Storm Foreman

Siebert Electric
01.2021 - Current

Contract Administrator

Lower Valley Energy
01.2019 - 01.2021

Journeyman Lineman/ Trouble man

Lower Valley Energy Afton WY
01.2014 - 01.2019

Journeyman Lineman

Lower Valley Energy Jackson WY District
01.2010 - 01.2014

Completion of Apprenticeship

UVSC and Northwest Line School
06.2006 - 06.2010

Meter Reader

Lower Valley Energy
01.2003 - 01.2006

Completed All Tests To Become A Journeyman Lineman -

Northwest Lineman College

Line Installer/Repairer (Lineman)

The United States Dept of Labor
Clay Skinner