Daniel Thomas
Pekin,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Journeyman Lineman skilled in electrical installation and emergency response. Known for maintaining high safety standards and effective troubleshooting, ensuring swift restoration of services during outages.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
PPL Electric Utilities
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
08.2022 - Current
- Installed and maintained electrical distribution lines for residential and commercial clients, ensuring reliable power supply.
- Responded to emergency calls regarding downed lines or power outages, prioritizing safety and swift resolution.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot outages, restoring service efficiently to minimize downtime.
- Implemented safety measures in hazardous environments to mitigate risks.
- Climbed wood poles using approved climbing methods while wearing proper safety gear.
Utility Locator
GridHawk
Washington, Illinois
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Conducted underground utility locates using advanced electromagnetic equipment.
- Communicated effectively with clients to clarify locating needs and expectations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all findings from utility locates.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly that arose following illegal excavations and provided effective remediation.
Utility Locator
USIC Locating Services
East Peoria, Illinois
02.2016 - 04.2022
- Conducted underground utility locates using advanced electromagnetic equipment.
- Coordinated with supervisors, engineers and other personnel in order to ensure that all locates were completed safely and efficiently.
- Used paint, flags and other methods to communicate utility information to excavators and other appropriate personnel.
- Assisted in training new staff on locating techniques and safety procedures.
Education
Certificate of Completion -
Southeast Lineman Training Center
Trenton, GA08-2021
High School Diploma -
Unity High School
Tolono, IL05-2009
Skills
- Electrical installation
- Utility locating
- Troubleshooting systems
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Pole climbing techniques
- Aerial lift operation
- Technical documentation
Military
- Active duty Infantryman from 2010-2013 with one deployment to Iraq in 2011.
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
PPL Electric Utilities
08.2022 - Current
Utility Locator
GridHawk
04.2022 - 07.2022
Utility Locator
USIC Locating Services
02.2016 - 04.2022
Certificate of Completion -
Southeast Lineman Training Center
High School Diploma -
Unity High School