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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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