David Landon
Niles
Summary
Line Crew Supervisor with extensive experience at Indiana Michigan Power, excelling in crew leadership and storm damage repair. Proven track record in overseeing operational tasks, team coordination, enhancing system reliability, and mentoring junior mechanics. Skilled in electrical systems and task delegation, significantly reducing downtime during outages while fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Crew Supervisor
Indiana Michigan Power
06.2013 - Current
- Collaborated with external contractors when necessary to complete specialized projects or address particularly challenging technical issues.
- Implemented proactive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment failures and improve overall system reliability.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed by the crew, ensuring proper documentation for future reference and analysis.
- Utilized advanced troubleshooting techniques to identify root causes of complex electrical issues, reducing repair times significantly.
- Increased safety awareness through regular crew training sessions and adherence to industry guidelines.
- Coordinated with other departments for seamless project execution, including engineering, metering, and logistics teams.
- Developed detailed work plans, assigning tasks to individual crew members based on their skills and experience levels.
- Led regular safety meetings for the line crew to discuss potential hazards, share lessons learned from past incidents, and reinforce safe working practices.
- Reduced downtime during outages by quickly identifying issues and efficiently deploying resources to address them.
- Mentored junior line mechanics in valuable knowledge gained from years of experience in the field.
Line Mechanic A
Indiana Michigan Power
11.1995 - 06.2013
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- 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.
- Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
Education
Associate of General Studies -
Southwestern Michigan College
Dowagiac, MI05-1988
Skills
- Storm damage repair
- Task delegation
- Electrical systems
- Overhead line maintenance
- Crew leadership
- Training and mentoring
- Crew supervision
Timeline
Line Crew Supervisor
Indiana Michigan Power
06.2013 - Current
Line Mechanic A
Indiana Michigan Power
11.1995 - 06.2013
Associate of General Studies -
Southwestern Michigan College
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