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Codey Mathews

Greenfield,Illinois

Summary

Competent electrical professional experienced working with dead and high-voltage lines. Adept at operating at heights, lifting heavy loads and using equipment to move materials. Class A license with clean driving history. Outstanding safety record. Skilled at handling routine and emergency work in different environments to meet all power distribution needs. Expertise includes pole-climbing, splicing, entergized work. Professional, and reliable at all times.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Lineman

Storm Chasing
Usa
02.2024 - Current
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
  • Trained new team members in proper procedures, fostering a safe and efficient work environment.
  • Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts, restoring power to affected communities as quickly as possible.
  • Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
  • Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
  • Maintained a strong safety record by diligently adhering to OSHA regulations and company policies, ensuring the well-being of both team members and the public.

Journeyman Lineman

Par West
Dixon, CA
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following strict safety protocols and ensuring proper use of personal protective equipment.
  • Optimized power distribution efficiency through skilled installation, repair, and maintenance of underground cables.
  • Supported team members in accomplishing shared goals by providing assistance when needed and sharing knowledge on best practices.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop plans for upgrading existing underground infrastructure to enhance reliability and efficiency.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
  • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor.

Journeyman Lineman

Storm Chasing
Usa
03.2023 - 11.2023
  • Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
  • Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
  • Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
  • Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
  • Repaired damaged equipment promptly with a focus on quality craftsmanship and long-lasting results for increased durability.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Installed transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
  • Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.

Journeyman Lineman

Ferreira Power West
Placerville, CA
04.2022 - 03.2023

Basic journeyman Lineman responsibility, storm work, maintenance work, setting poles, putting up wire, hanging transformers, driving bucket trucks, driving digger trucks with pole trailer

  • Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
  • Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
  • Complied with legal regulations and company procedures to achieve high-quality performance in safe working environment.
  • Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
  • Measured pole attachments and completed proper fitting and construction according to NESC guidelines.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
  • Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
  • Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference and degradation and reported findings to supervisor.
  • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
  • Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.

Journeyman Lineman

Black & McDonald
St Louis, MO
04.2022 - 04.2022

Basic journeyman Lineman responsibility, maintenance work

  • Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
  • Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
  • Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
  • Measured pole attachments and completed proper fitting and construction according to NESC guidelines.
  • Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
  • Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference and degradation and reported findings to supervisor.
  • Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.

Journeyman Lineman

William Charles Electric
Ohio, IL
03.2022 - 04.2022

Spliced cable in splice pits, termed cable in junction boxes, termed cable in substations, toned out cable to insure correct phasing

Journeyman Lineman

Intren
Aubrun, Ca
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
  • Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
  • Complied with legal regulations and company procedures to achieve high-quality performance in safe working environment.
  • Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
  • Inspected and tested lines or cables, recording and analyzing test results to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults or malfunctions.
  • Measured pole attachments and completed proper fitting and construction according to NESC guidelines.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
  • Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
  • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.

Journeyman Lineman

Ferreira Power West
Placerville, CA
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
  • Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
  • Complied with legal regulations and company procedures to achieve high-quality performance in safe working environment.
  • Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
  • Measured pole attachments and completed proper fitting and construction according to NESC guidelines.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
  • Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference and degradation and reported findings to supervisor.
  • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.

Journeyman Lineman

William Charles Electric
Clinton, IL
08.2020 - 11.2021

Spliced cable in splice pits, termed cable in switchgear and junction boxes, termed cable in substations, toned out cable to insure correct phasing

Journeyman Lineman

Jf Electric
St Louis, MO
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
  • Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
  • Complied with legal regulations and company procedures to achieve high-quality performance in safe working environment.
  • Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
  • Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.
  • Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.

Journeyman Lineman

Jf Edwards
Kirksville, MO
04.2020 - 08.2020

Spliced and termed cable on a windfarm

Toned out cable to insure phasing

Termed secondary connections in switchgears

Journeyman Lineman

Mj Electric
Pontiac Il
08.2019 - 04.2020

Spliced cable on a windfarm project

Toned out cable to insure phasing

PD tested cable after splices where finished

Apprentice to Lineman

BHI Energy
Hobbs, NM
04.2019 - 08.2019
  • Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.
  • Worked to string, splice and transfer wire in both energized and de-energized circuits.
  • Responded to emergency repair calls to conduct line switching or sectionalizing to reroute current and speed service restoration.
  • Shortened and lengthened wires and lines to connect transformers, lighting units or signals.
  • Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers and existing connections.
  • Installed and removed primary and secondary current transformers and self-contained meters.
  • Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
  • Used climbers, bucket lifts and safety equipment for work at heights
  • Worked on both dead and energized lines.

Apprentice

Higher Power Electrical
Corpus Christi, TX
05.2016 - 04.2019
  • Followed safety protocols to avoid accidents.
  • Prepared worksite by setting up required tools and supplies.
  • Prioritized and accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Positioned and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
  • Drove digger truck
  • Drove bucket truck

Apprentice

Willbros Electric
Tyler, TX
02.2016 - 05.2016
  • Prepared worksite by setting up required tools and supplies.
  • Followed safety protocols to avoid accidents.
  • Prioritized and accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Positioned and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
  • Provided knowledgeable, friendly service to increase customer retention.
  • Moved items and tools from truck to work locations.
  • Drove digger truck with poles
  • Help set poles in between de energized and energized phases

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

North Greene High School
White Hall, IL
06.2015

Skills

  • Climbing poles
  • Working hot primary
  • Splicing cable
  • Setting poles
  • Electrical Distribution Systems
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • Repair Work
  • Transformer Banks
  • Hole Digging
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Transformer Removal
  • Bucket Truck Operation
  • Re Conducting
  • Underground and Overhead Distribution
  • Emergency Repair
  • Ground Lines

Timeline

Journeyman Lineman

Storm Chasing
02.2024 - Current

Journeyman Lineman

Par West
11.2023 - 02.2024

Journeyman Lineman

Storm Chasing
03.2023 - 11.2023

Journeyman Lineman

Ferreira Power West
04.2022 - 03.2023

Journeyman Lineman

Black & McDonald
04.2022 - 04.2022

Journeyman Lineman

William Charles Electric
03.2022 - 04.2022

Journeyman Lineman

Intren
11.2021 - 03.2022

Journeyman Lineman

Ferreira Power West
05.2021 - 11.2021

Journeyman Lineman

Jf Electric
02.2021 - 05.2021

Journeyman Lineman

William Charles Electric
08.2020 - 11.2021

Journeyman Lineman

Jf Edwards
04.2020 - 08.2020

Journeyman Lineman

Mj Electric
08.2019 - 04.2020

Apprentice to Lineman

BHI Energy
04.2019 - 08.2019

Apprentice

Higher Power Electrical
05.2016 - 04.2019

Apprentice

Willbros Electric
02.2016 - 05.2016

High School Diploma - General Studies

North Greene High School
Codey Mathews