Cole Sanders
South Mills,NC
Summary
Reliable Foreman/ Journeyman Lineman with several years of crew leadership experience and over a decade of experience in the Distribution power line field. Skilled in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Team-oriented professional with a strong commitment to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Dedicated to quality, safety, and clear communication.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Overhead Distribution Foreman
Lee Electrical Construction
Aberdeen, NC
02.2025 - 07.2026
- Supervised overhead distribution powerline installations, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated daily tasks among crew members, enhancing workflow efficiency and meeting project deadlines.
- Trained new employees on tools, equipment, and safety protocols.
- Led emergency storm restoration efforts, coordinating team response and assessing damage to restore power swiftly.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
Journeyman Lineman/ Overhead Foreman
C.W. Wright Construction
Richmond, NV
07.2014 - 12.2024
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Operated aerial lifts and bucket trucks for high-voltage work.
- Conducted safety inspections on equipment and job sites regularly.
- Temporarily filled in as Foreman when needed.
- Responded to emergency storm restoration.
Overhead Distribution Foreman
Team Fishel
Chesapeake, Virginia
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Supervised electrical installations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated daily tasks among team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on tools, equipment, and safety protocols.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Responded to emergency storm restoration.
Overhead Distribution Groundman
MasTec
Chesapeake, Virginia
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Assisted lineman in construction of overhead power lines.
- Became familiar with overhead distribution power lines and the equipment used in electrical infrastructure.
- Learned the basic skills and techniques needed to become a lineman.
Education
Currituck County High School
Currituck County, NCSkills
- Power-line construction
- Effective crew communication
- Class A CDL
- OHSA 10
- Adult/child/infant CPR certified
- Headway/One shot certified
Certification
- Completion of 4 year 8000 hour Commonwealth of Virginia Apprenticeship Program (lineman aboveground).
Military
- Currently in the USCG reserves
- Stationed at Base Portsmouth in Portsmouth, VA as a Boatswains Mate petty officer 3rd class.
References
- Howard Mathews
Upper management at Team Fishel
804-441-0947
- Joe Jenkins
Upper management at Lee Electrical Construction
910-639-4945
- Orlin Clarke
Upper management at C.W. Wright Construction
894-601-0669
Timeline
Overhead Distribution Foreman
Lee Electrical Construction
02.2025 - 07.2026
Overhead Distribution Foreman
Team Fishel
09.2021 - 06.2022
Journeyman Lineman/ Overhead Foreman
C.W. Wright Construction
07.2014 - 12.2024
Overhead Distribution Groundman
MasTec
06.2012 - 08.2014
Currituck County High School