Daniel Hillman
Neely,MS
Summary
At every company I have worked at, I have strived to be the best I can possibly be while working at the safest but most efficient pace to ensure that the job gets done the right way but also keeping the safety of myself and my fellow coworkers as my number one priority.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Gridtech
Cuthbert, GA
06.2024 - Current
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
- Repaired damaged equipment promptly with a focus on quality craftsmanship and long-lasting results for increased durability.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics through clear communication, collaboration, and mutual support among fellow linemen.
- Installed transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
Class A Lineman
Southern Electric Corporation
Flowood, MS
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Ensured accurate inventory management by properly tracking tools, equipment, and materials utilized in daily tasks.
- Improved power grid reliability by inspecting and maintaining transmission lines and related equipment.
- Actively participated in ongoing training programs, staying current with industry advancements and safety regulations.
- Completed complex projects on time through effective planning, coordination, and teamwork with crew members.
- Maintained positive relationships with customers during service calls or outages, providing clear explanations of work performed.
- Collaborated with team members to complete installations of new overhead and underground electrical lines efficiently.
- Prevented potential accidents by consistently following safety guidelines when working with live wires and high voltage equipment.
B Lineman
Volt Power LLC
Hartselle, AL
10.2016 - 03.2020
- My job at Volt Power as a B Lineman was to assist the lead lineman in making sure that the work on the ground or in the air was completed safely and properly
- My tasks included framing poles, assisting in setting poles, transferring wire from old to new structures, rigging old to new wire, deadending wire, and clipping in wire
- When I wasn’t assisting in doing the ground or air work I was hauling track diggers or buckets, track-hos, dozers, or material for the current or next job
Apprentice Lineman
Highlines Construction
Bridge City, LA
09.2015 - 02.2016
- My job at Highlines as an Apprentice was to ensure that all ground work was properly completed for wire pulling jobs
- My tasks included assisting in ‘threading’ the wire pulling equipment, assisting in setting up the wire puller and/or tensioner, grounding all wire pulling equipment, and hooking up hardline or new fiber optic wire
Apprentice Lineman
Pike Electric
Mount Airy, NC
08.2014 - 09.2015
- My job at Pike as an Apprentice was to assist the crew in spotting poles, digging holes, framing poles, and setting poles
- I also assisted the lead lineman in transferring wire from the old structures to the new structures and cutting down the old wood arms and poles safely
Apprentice Lineman
Chain Electric
Hattiesburg, MS
01.2014 - 06.2014
- My job at Chain Electric as an Apprentice was to assist the crews in building a new line
- My tasks involved assisting spotting and framing poles, setting H-structures, setting up wire pulling equipment, making up material for clipping in and learning how to properly clip in the wire
Education
High School Diploma -
Petal High School
Petal, MSCollege Certificate - Apprentice Lineman
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Lucedale, MS12.2013
Skills
- Bulldozer
- Track-ho
- Digger derrick
- Chainsaw
- Forklift
- Skid steer
- Class A CDL License
- Driving
- Hauling equipment
- Hauling material
- Lowboy trailers
- Flat bed trailers
- Trencher
- Man lift
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Gridtech
06.2024 - Current
Class A Lineman
Southern Electric Corporation
09.2020 - 06.2024
B Lineman
Volt Power LLC
10.2016 - 03.2020
Apprentice Lineman
Highlines Construction
09.2015 - 02.2016
Apprentice Lineman
Pike Electric
08.2014 - 09.2015
Apprentice Lineman
Chain Electric
01.2014 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Petal High School
College Certificate - Apprentice Lineman
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College