Damond Meche
EGAN,LA
Summary
Utility Professional with over 11 years of electrical distribution experience including overhead, underground, boring and fiber. Led large bore and fiber projects while ensuring safety and productivity in daily operations. Enhanced expertise in directional boring and fiber construction, contributing to operational reliability and effective customer communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Preferred Electric
New Iberia, LA
08.2026 - Current
- Delegated work to staff; set priorities and goals.
- Communicated effectively with team members to resolve issues promptly.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss project progress and challenges encountered.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with department supervisors to align project goals and improve workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated project schedules and ensured timely completion of tasks.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Foreman
Preferred Electric
New Iberia, LA
06.2025 - 08.2026
- Led crews on large directional boring, underground utility, and fiber projects, ensuring project completion within timelines.
- Learned directional boring and developed hands-on experience with large bore operations
- Gained extensive experience with fiber construction and installation.
- Communicated project updates to management and clients effectively.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks, contributing to a safer work environment.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote safety.
- Reviewed project specifications to confirm accuracy of materials and equipment needed; to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
Journeyman Lineman
Entergy
Jennings, LA
07.2018 - 06.2025
- Safely and efficiently performed work on energized distribution lines.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems to ensure operational integrity.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical issues and performing necessary repairs.
- Provided technical guidance to apprentice linemen when needed.
- Generated and communicated thorough JHA’s utilizing SmartTagIt.
- Organized and submitted data to engineers from information gathered through line inspections.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with customers and peers.
- Efficient in programs such as EpochField, Maximo, Click Schedule, Click Mobile.
Apprentice Lineman
Jeff Davis Electrical CO-OP
Jennings, LA
01.2015 - 07.2018
- Participated in live line and bucket training, gaining hands-on experience in safe electrical maintenance practices.
- Completed comprehensive lineman training courses to build foundational skills for electrical work.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of materials, equipment, and troubleshooting techniques essential for lineman tasks.
- Completed climbing and hurt man rescue training focused on safety and emergency response techniques.
- Learned safe work practices.
Education
Jennings High School
Jennings, LouisianaSome College (No Degree) - Agribusiness
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LASkills
● Field Coordination & Supervision
● Crew Leadership
● Troubleshooting & Outage Response
● Job hazard analysis
● Work Planning & Scheduling
● Storm Restoration
● Directional Boring
● Fiber Construction
● Underground & Overhead Distribution
● Crew Training & Mentoring
● Customer & Supervisor Communication
● Job Documentation & Timekeeping
● Switchman Certified
Timeline
Supervisor
Preferred Electric
08.2026 - Current
Foreman
Preferred Electric
06.2025 - 08.2026
Journeyman Lineman
Entergy
07.2018 - 06.2025
Apprentice Lineman
Jeff Davis Electrical CO-OP
01.2015 - 07.2018
Jennings High School
Some College (No Degree) - Agribusiness
McNeese State University