EDWARD PEDREGON
West Covina,CA
Summary
Seasoned General Foreman and Lineman at Southern California Edison, adept in leading teams to exceed project deadlines with a strong emphasis on safety protocols and site inspections. Demonstrated excellence in equipment operation and crew management, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing job site safety. Achieved significant milestones in underground and overhead power line maintenance, showcasing superior supervisory and communication skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Foreman
Southern California Edison
01.2014 - 10.2024
- As a UDI (Underground Distribution Inspections) General As a foreman, I managed and maintained crews assigned to inspect Southern California Edison's underground structures. We ensured that these structures were maintained in accordance with California Public Utility Maintenance compliance standards.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Completed all inspections for each year.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Enhanced job site safety through regular inspections, hazard assessment, and implementation of corrective measures.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards during the execution of assigned tasks, mitigating potential legal issues or penalties.
- Adhered to US Occupational Health and Safety Administration mandates requiring use of gloves and insulating blankets for installation of high-voltage equipment.
Lineman
Southern California Edison
08.2006 - 01.2014
- 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.
- Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Trained new team members in proper procedures, fostering a safe and efficient work environment.
- Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts, restoring power to affected communities as quickly as possible.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Maintained a strong safety record by diligently adhering to OSHA regulations and company policies, ensuring the well-being of both team members and the public.
- Effectively managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact on overall operations.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Maintained accurate records of completed tasks, contributing to streamlined operations.
- Enhanced system reliability through efficient diagnosis and repair of electrical faults.
- Reduced downtime during outages, swiftly locating and repairing faults in power distribution network.
Education
High School Diploma -
El Rancho High School
Pico Rivera, CA06.1997
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Crew Management
- Job site maintenance
- Site Inspections
- Safety enforcement
Certification
- Journeyman Lineman Certification
- Transmission & Distribution Apprentice Lineman Training Program, Southern California EDISON - September 2011
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
General Foreman
Southern California Edison
01.2014 - 10.2024
Lineman
Southern California Edison
08.2006 - 01.2014
- Journeyman Lineman Certification
- Transmission & Distribution Apprentice Lineman Training Program, Southern California EDISON - September 2011
High School Diploma -
El Rancho High School
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