Cory Barrows
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Safety-minded and hardworking professional seeking a more dynamic and engaging career opportunity. With a background in the United States Marine Corps Infantry after serving Honorably with a Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, and a Global War on Terrorism Service Medal. Working as a power lineman, followed by a transition to an indoor role as an Electrical Engineer, now eager to get back into a Lineman job for a role that provides greater fulfillment and allows me to contribute a diverse skill set to any team. Brings wide range of experience and strong work ethic, making an invaluable asset in any professional setting.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer Technologist III
Duke Energy
01.2021 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams in successful completion of complex engineering projects on time and within budget
- Conduct engineering and related studies
- Skilled in programs such as BOUD, SEDS, Maximo, Poleforeman
- Project manage jobs generating revenue for the company more than $100,000+
- Train new employees on the Distribution standards, and requirements of Duke Energy
- Organized and manage over 70 work orders at a time
- Developed positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities
- Provided subject matter expertise and guidance in the analysis and resolution of problems related to the development of residential, and commercial properties
- Review projects and ensure documentation is attached to work orders as well as ensuring material and labor are properly estimated for co-workers
- Coach and mentor other engineering technologist and early career techs
- Strive to continually improve job related technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance
Distribution Lineman
Duke Energy
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions
- Adhered to safety requirements and maintained stellar record with 0 incidents in and
- Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift
- Participated in all company meetings and workshops on safety to learn different techniques that could alleviate accidents
- Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines
- Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines
- Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to the appropriate supervisor
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire as needed and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps
- Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to help ensure the overall safety of all workers and members of the public
- Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face to face or through phone conversations
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
Distribution Lineman Apprentice
Town of Clayton
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions
- Adhered to safety requirements and maintained stellar record with 0 incidents in
- Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift
- Participated in all company meetings and workshops on safety to learn different techniques that could alleviate accidents
- Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to help ensure the overall safety of all workers and members of the public
- Collaborated with others to discuss new career opportunities
Distribution Lineman Groundman
River City Electric
09.2015 - 10.2015
- Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions
- Adhered to safety requirements and maintained stellar record with 0 incidents in
- Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift
- Participated in all company meetings and workshops on safety to learn different techniques that could alleviate accidents
- Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to help ensure the overall safety of all workers and members of the public
- Collaborated with others to discuss new career opportunities
- Made material for jobsites
- Held a Class-A CDL
INFANTRY SQUAD LEADER
United States Marine Corps
01.2011 - 08.2015
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises while armed. 06/2012 - 01/2013 - 06/2014-02/2015 South Korea, Thailand, Okinawa, Japan
- Armed monitored premises and recorded all activity as the Non-Commissioned Officer in charge, in daily Officer reports for submission to E-3s or higher at close of shift. 02/2012 - 08/2015 Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, HI
- Armed monitored multiple CCTV feeds as the Non-Commissioned Officer in charge, to keep close eye on important areas of buildings, equipment and the entire military property. 02/2012 - 08/2015 Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, HI
- Armed patrolled facilities every 30 minutes to look for suspicious activities to protect the facilities, equipment, Military personnel and Grounds, preventing any trespassing, maintaining military law, and upholding the Marine Corps General orders as the Non-Commissioned Officer in charge. Which include: To give the alarm in case of fire or disorder, and To take charge of this post and all government property in view. 02/2012 - 08/2015 Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, HI
- Lead foot patrols armed and accompanied by foreign military. Thai Force Recon Marines, near the Cambodian boarders in Thailand to conduct security missions. 10/2012 - 12/2012
- Acted as the first-responder for a medical emergency and applied Tactical Casualty Combat Care, in code red situation prior to arrival of aid when two black hawks crashed, with our unit on board. 06/2012 - 01/2013 South Korea
- Maintained stamina during long periods of sitting, walking, standing or driving during armed foot patrols and armed mounted vehicle patrols, while remaining focused and vigilant to not become complacent. 06/2012 - 01/2013 - 06/2014-02/2015 South Korea, Thailand, Okinawa, Japan
- Triaged problems quickly and provided precise and clear information while working under minimum supervision. 02/2012 - 08/2015 Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, HI
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings, patrolling property and monitoring surveillance cameras. 02/2012 - 08/2015 Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, HI
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making. 06/2012 - 01/2013 - 06/2014-02/2015 South Korea, Thailand, Okinawa Japan
- Maintained & Arm guarded 100% accountability of assigned equipment(Ammo,Night Vision goggles,Arms, explosives)worth more than $5,000,000 USD. 06/2012 - 01/2013 - 06/2014-02/2015 South Korea, Thailand, Okinawa, Japan
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed so our squad could operate in any environment. 06/2012 - 01/2013 - 06/2014-02/2015 South Korea, Thailand, Okinawa, Japan
Education
Trade School -
Southeast Lineman Training Center
Trenton, GA02-2015
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Emergency repairs
- CLASS A - CDL
- Installation point access
- Maintenance heavy lifting
- Reliability
- Communication
- Materials management
- Team management
- Teamwork and loyalty
- Construction principles
- Flexible
- Safe driving skills
- Defensive driving
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
- Safety council member
- Armed security
- Small unit tactics
- Weapons proficiency
- Urban warfare
- Firearms maintenance
- Multitasking Abilities
- Vehicle operations
- Cultural sensitivity
- Terrain analysis
- Explosives handling
- Team leadership
- Briefing leadership
- Infantry leadership
- Sound decision making
- Identifying hazards
- Managing PPE
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)
- Reconnaissance
- Hand-to-hand combat
- Quick decision making
- Physical fitness
- Combat training
- Operational planning
- Counterinsurgency tactics
- Armored carrier operation
- Military doctrine
- Security operations
Timeline
Engineer Technologist III
Duke Energy
01.2021 - Current
Distribution Lineman
Duke Energy
01.2017 - 01.2021
Distribution Lineman Apprentice
Town of Clayton
10.2015 - 01.2017
Distribution Lineman Groundman
River City Electric
09.2015 - 10.2015
INFANTRY SQUAD LEADER
United States Marine Corps
01.2011 - 08.2015
Trade School -
Southeast Lineman Training Center
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