Derrick Morrison
2708 Main Hewett Creek Road Lake,WV
Summary
Hardworking Lineman with a background inspecting poles and lines for damage and experienced in troubleshooting techniques. Organized employee with a strong work ethic and a terrific job attendance record.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Lineman
Power Grid Services
Hartselle, AL
09.2024 - 04.2026
- Operated specialized tools for line construction and repair projects.
- Trained junior linemen on safety procedures and technical skills.
- Led emergency response efforts during power outages to restore service efficiently.
- Developed strategies to improve workflow processes within the electrical maintenance team.
Class A Lineman
CW Wright
Virginia
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical systems.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all operational tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues.
- Conducted routine inspections of power lines and equipment for optimal performance.
Class A Lineman
Infratech
Asheville, NC
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Installed, spliced, and maintained high voltage power lines
- Repaired and replaced damaged or defective conductors and cables.
- Assisted in the construction of new overhead and underground distribution
- Identified problems with electrical wiring systems by analyzing test results from meters or other diagnostic devices.
- Utilized hot sticks to safely work on energized power lines during emergency repairs.
- Replaced faulty parts or components in order to restore service
- Overhead to underground conversion
- Reconduct
- Pole change outs and reinsulate
Class A Lineman
Mears Group Inc
Greensboro, NC
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Installed, spliced, and maintained high voltage power lines
- Repaired and replaced damaged or defective conductors and cables.
- Assisted in the construction of new overhead and underground distribution
- Identified problems with electrical wiring systems by analyzing test results from meters or other diagnostic devices.
- Utilized hot sticks to safely work on energized power lines during emergency repairs.
- Replaced faulty parts or components in order to restore service
- Overhead to underground conversion
- Reconduct
- Pole change outs and reinsulate
Class B Lineman
Carolina Power and Signalization
Shelby, NC
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Installed, maintained, and repaired aerial and underground power lines according to safety regulations.
- Inspected electrical systems for faulty connections, loose wires, and other potential issues.
- Viper Reclosure
Class C Lineman
DLS
Chapmanville, WV
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Operate digger truck
- Set power line poles
- Made up material for lineman
- Secondary work
Certified Electrician and Foreman
Marfork Coal
Whitesville, WV
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Low medium and high voltage
- Repaired electrical equipment
- Maintained maintenance on electrical components out by
- Boss out by crew
- Maintained belts and roadways for safety
Certified Electrician and Foreman
Black Hawk Coal
Charleston, WV
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Low medium and high voltage
- Repaired electrical equipment
- Maintained maintenance on electrical components out by
- Boss out by crew
- Maintained belts and roadways for safety
Certified Electrician and Foreman
Cliffs Natural Resources
Man, WV
11.2009 - 11.2016
- Low medium and high voltage
- Repaired electrical equipment
- Maintained maintenance on electrical components out by
- Boss out by crew
- Maintained belts and roadways for safety
- Operated Roof Bolter
- Operated Scoop
- Operated Miner
- Operated Buggy
Education
High School Diploma -
Logan High School
Logan, WV05.1993
Skills
- Class B CDL Operator
- Certified Electrician
- Certified Mine Foreman
Timeline
Class A Lineman
Power Grid Services
09.2024 - 04.2026
Class A Lineman
CW Wright
03.2024 - 09.2024
Class A Lineman
Infratech
06.2023 - 03.2024
Class A Lineman
Mears Group Inc
11.2022 - 05.2023
Class B Lineman
Carolina Power and Signalization
03.2022 - 11.2022
Class C Lineman
DLS
11.2020 - 03.2022
Certified Electrician and Foreman
Marfork Coal
11.2018 - 11.2020
Certified Electrician and Foreman
Black Hawk Coal
11.2016 - 11.2018
Certified Electrician and Foreman
Cliffs Natural Resources
11.2009 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Logan High School