Derek Cunningham
Little Elm,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader and skilled technician with a proven track record at Cunningham Customs and Can-Fer Utility Services. Excelled in enhancing customer satisfaction and crew efficiency through innovative problem-solving and effective team leadership. Expert in electrical and mechanical tasks, with a strong foundation in customer relations and small business operations. Achieved significant improvements in operational productivity and safety standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Installer
Cunningham Customs
Little Elm, TX
06.2014 - 08.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Lineman Foreman
Can-Fer Utility Services
Irving, TX
10.2012 - 05.2014
- Maintained accurate records of all completed work orders, daily logs, timesheets, and incident reports to ensure proper documentation.
- Demonstrated expertise in various types of powerline construction, maintenance, and repair tasks.
- Ensured high-quality workmanship by adhering to industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
- Improved crew efficiency by implementing streamlined work processes and providing clear communication.
- Troubleshot complex technical issues during powerline installation or repairs using advanced diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Supervised crews in diverse weather conditions while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and productivity.
- Reduced safety incidents by conducting thorough equipment inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Led emergency response efforts during power outages or storm damage restoration operations to quickly restore electricity access for affected communities.
Lineman
Chapman
McKinney, TX
10.2011 - 04.2014
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts, restoring power to affected communities as quickly as possible.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rice High School
Rice, TXSkills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Team leadership
- Ability to operate machinery
- Problem solving
- Electrical and mechanical aptitude
Other skills
Can operate various kinds of machinery.
Excel in carpentry and fabrication.
Mechanical aptitude
Read blueprints
Electrical and plumbing
Welding
Fabrication
Timeline
Owner/Installer
Cunningham Customs
06.2014 - 08.2024
Lineman Foreman
Can-Fer Utility Services
10.2012 - 05.2014
Lineman
Chapman
10.2011 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Rice High School