Cole Jared
Newalla,OK
Summary
Journeyman Lineman with 4 years of expertise in the installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead power lines. Skilled in working with high-voltage systems, transformers, and switchgear while adhering to strict safety protocols. Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently, ensuring reliable power distribution in all weather conditions. Excited to find a company close to home to expand and grow with.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Davis H. Elliot
Edmond, OK
03.2022 - Current
- Installation of single phase transformers and 3 phase transformer banks, ensuring correct wiring, voltage and rotation is achieved.
- Paralleling transformers
- Installing proper coverup such as line hoses and blankets for task at hand.
- Installing macks when taking out jumpers to keep line energized, checking amps to ensure its within mack ratings and when working alone installing T-handles.
- Using hoists and grips to transfer wire from old structure to new, ensuring to keep line controlled and safely transferred.
- Responding to natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornados and major floods to assist in all damages to safely and quickly re-energize lines and getting customers power back on.
- Knowledge of troubleshooting to safely diagnose and resolve the issue to get reenergize customers in a timely manner.
- Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
- Knowledge of reconducts, and all equipment needed to safely spread, pull in and sag new conductor to proper specs.
- Sagging wire in with a "dyno" or using the bump sag technique.
- Profiecent in operating digger, to set poles or load equipment safely.
Lead Lineman/Crew Lead
Trans-Tel Central LLC.
Norman, OK
03.2018 - 03.2022
- Trained others with less experience and supported and participated in growth of co-workers and company.
- Operated bucket trucks, lashers, core machines and powered hand tools safely and efficiently.
- Strung wire conductors and cables between poles, towers, trenches, pylons and buildings, setting lines in place and using winches to adjust tension.
- Kept equipment in good operating condition by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance and informing management of needed repairs.
- Prepared installations by analyzing staking sheets and job sites, gathering required materials and supplies and locating existing cables and other utilities.
- Pole top and bucket truck rescue certified.
Apprentice Lineman
Canadian Valley Electric Coop
Seminole, OK
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Operated overhead line equipment such as bucket and boom trucks with consistent safety.
- Maintained tools, equipment and vehicles in line with strict company standards.
- Helped operate digger derrick truck and dug rock holes.
- Climbed wood poles to install lines, change out transformers and connect new service.
- Assisted with emergency call-outs to quickly restore service.
- Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
- Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tecumseh High School
Tecumseh, OK04.2017
3, 4 & 6G SMAW Certifications -
Gordon Cooper Technology Center
Shawnee, OK04.2017
Skills
- Overhead line construction
- Bucket truck operation
- Class A CDL
- CPR and first aid certified
- Pole top and bucket rescue
- OSHA 10
- Hard working
- Reliable
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Davis H. Elliot
03.2022 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
Canadian Valley Electric Coop
11.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Lineman/Crew Lead
Trans-Tel Central LLC.
03.2018 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Tecumseh High School
3, 4 & 6G SMAW Certifications -
Gordon Cooper Technology Center