Daniel Chavez
Socorro,NM
Summary
Skilled Lead Lineman with 25 years of experience in line installation, repair and maintenance. Implements safe configurations to achieve and maintain functional lines. Careful technician bringing exceptional expertise to job sites.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Lineman Foreman
Socorro Electric Cooperative
Socorro, NM
01.1997 - Current
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient flow of materials and personnel.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Opened switches and attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines or to facilitate repairs.
- Trained apprentices in line construction techniques and safety protocols.
- Operated bucket trucks, lashers, core machines and powered hand tools safely and efficiently.
- Prepared work orders for completion of projects in a timely manner.
- Enforced all company policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to safety.
- Maintained safety and high quality of workmanship by following company standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding service interruptions or quality issues.
- Analyzed existing line structures for potential upgrades or replacements as needed.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards for all operations performed by linemen.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Prepared installations by analyzing staking sheets and job sites, gathering required materials and supplies and locating existing cables and other utilities.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
- Inspected completed jobsites prior to energizing circuits or restoring service.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
- Conducted regular safety meetings with crews to review best practices and new developments in the industry.
- Maintained accurate records of line installations, repairs, inspections, and tests.
- Bolstered customer confidence by keeping installation information confidential and maintaining professional job site demeanor and correspondence.
- Provided technical guidance to crew members when needed.
- Identified defective sectionalizing devices, circuit breakers, fuses, voltage regulators, transformers, switches, relays or wiring using wiring diagrams and electrical-testing instruments.
- Identified and corrected electrical hazards on distribution systems.
- Trained others with less experience and supported and participated in growth of co-workers and company.
- Directed the installation and maintenance of overhead and underground power lines.
- Supervised daily activities of linemen working in the field.
- Monitored the progress of workers to ensure that project deadlines were met.
- Liaised with local government agencies regarding permits and right-of-way access.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Ordered necessary supplies and materials needed for successful completion of projects.
- Assessed job sites to determine equipment needs, labor requirements, and safety concerns.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment for safe operation.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Assisted clients during times of power outages and other crises and emergencies by maintaining positive and professional attitude and meeting tangible needs where possible.
- Created detailed reports outlining any damage or deterioration discovered during inspections.
- Developed procedures for responding to emergency situations related to power outages or downed lines.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
President of the School Board
Socorro Consolidated Schools
Socorro, NM
01.2007 - 01.2022
- Analyzed financial statements and forecasts to improve programs, performance and policies within annual budget provided by the State of New Mexico.
- Reviewed reports submitted by department heads to assess progress towards meeting school objectives.
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
- Completed quarterly reports to include findings via conducting site visits and subsequent report generation.
- Determined performance goals and offered tactics for achieving milestones.
- Created program to promote new managers from within, leading to cohesive leadership structure.
- Researched underlying issues, regulatory compliance status and processes to resolve complex business issues and recommend strategic corrective actions.
- Monitored legislative changes that could affect the organization's operations or funding sources.
- Delivered speeches and attended industry conferences to promote company image and engage with buyers.
- Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships with employees, executives and other stakeholders.
Education
High School Diploma -
Socorro High School
Socorro, NM05-1989
Secondary Training - Journeyman Lineman
Merchants
Skills
- System Maintenance
- OSHA Regulations
- Electrical System Knowledge
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- First-Aid and CPR
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Tools and Equipment Maintenance
- Tool and Parts Inventory Oversight
- Policy and Procedure Writing
- Safety Compliance
- Worker Training
- Performance Evaluations
Certification
- Will be provided upon hire
Accomplishments
- Safety award
- Leadership award
Timeline
President of the School Board
Socorro Consolidated Schools
01.2007 - 01.2022
Journeyman Lineman Foreman
Socorro Electric Cooperative
01.1997 - Current
High School Diploma -
Socorro High School
Secondary Training - Journeyman Lineman
Merchants
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