Dustin Bailey
Heiskell
Summary
Accomplished Journeyman Lineman with extensive experience at Knoxville Utilities Board, specializing in overhead line construction and electrical troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance power distribution systems while ensuring safety compliance. Recognized for effective communication and teamwork, consistently delivering high-quality results in emergency repairs and system maintenance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Knoxville Utilities Board
08.2016 - Current
skilled tradesperson who installs, maintains, and repairs electrical power transmission and distribution systems. This includes overhead and underground power lines, as well as the equipment associated with them, such as transformers, switches, and meters. Linemen work with high-voltage electricity, requiring a strong understanding of electrical theory, safety procedures, and specialized tools and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Union County High School
Maynardville, TNSkills
- Overhead line construction
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole setting
- Written and verbal communication
- Transformer banks
- Reconducting
- Power distribution systems
- Three-phase experience
- Conductor splicing
- OSHA regulations
- Electrical distribution systems
- Line stringing
- Voltage testing
- Repair work
- Electrical power line installation
- Equipment inspection
- Wire splicing
- Lockout/Tagout
- Chain hoist operation
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- Trenching
- Heavy lifting
- Underground line repair
- Crossarm installation
- Underground cabling
- Work order management
- Hole digging
- Electrical testing
- Fault location
- Electrical diagrams
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Grounding procedures
- Troubleshooting
- Grounding techniques
- Transformer removal
- Hand and power tools
- System troubleshooting
- Emergency repairs
- Safety procedures
- Customer service
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment selection
- Safety meetings
- Crew assistance
- Electrical systems
- Electrical power line maintenance
- Troubleshooting equipment
- Installation point access
- Voltage regulation
- Effective customer communication
- Substation switching
- Construction principles
- Power restoration
- Decision-making
- Safety management
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Electrical safety
- Aerial lift operation
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Knoxville Utilities Board
08.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Union County High School
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