started out as a ground hand , I was in charge of loading and unloading the material onto the trucks and and would help the lineman by helping them get anything they need while doing services on poles in the air , I was in charge of getting the skidsteer and loading up rolls of fiber optics
and maintaining the tools and materials on the trucks.
- Operated specialized tools, including bucket trucks and skid steers
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete installation projects efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to maintain operational standards.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of industry practices.
- Adhered to local regulations while executing construction tasks for utility services.
- 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.
- Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.
- Gained proficiency in climbing poles, towers, and structures to perform required tasks at varying heights.
- Supported successful project completions by collaborating closely with experienced linemen and supervisors to execute assigned tasks effectively.
- Responded to emergency repair calls to conduct line switching or sectionalizing to reroute current and speed service restoration.
- Established positive relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients by displaying professionalism, strong work ethic, and a commitment to providing high-quality service.
- Increased overall productivity by efficiently completing assigned tasks with minimal supervision from senior crew members.
- September 2024 - September 2025.
- After that month was over I got the “apprentice lineman” title and got a bucket truck position offered to me and I took it.
- I was full time working and traveling all over texas, city to city doing repairs all over until January 2026 , we then lost all of our contracts do to no pole permits in the city’s we were contracted to so we got layed off for about a month with no guaranteed contracts coming up (takes about 45 days for a contract to get certified ) and I had no way of making money and respectfully let them know I will have to find another job in the mean time and they were totally understandable and we parted in the most respectful way.