Ethan Murphy
West Fork,AR
Summary
Proficient Senior Line Technician known for effective communication and teamwork. Demonstrated success in training apprentices and collaborating on complex projects, ensuring timely power restoration and adherence to safety standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Line Technician (Construction Department)
Ozarks Electric Cooperative
Fayetteville, AR
04.2023 - Current
- Install and maintain overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Operate heavy equipment, including bucket trucks and digger derricks, for line construction.
- Work with other lineman, apprentices and crew forman to safely and efficiently complete work orders on a daily basis.
- Diagnose electrical issues and implement effective solutions to restore service promptly.
- Participate in emergency response efforts to restore power during outages and storms.
- Enhanced work efficiency by suggesting improvements in workflow processes and equipment use.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of RUS specifications and drawings.
- Construct new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid. Including a volunteer trip to Guatemala to provide power lines to serve a village that had never had electricity.
- Assist in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
- Infrastructure upgrades such as conversions, wire reconduct, and some transmission repairs.
- Work on both dead and energized lines.
- Perform skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear.
- Supervise the crew when foreman is not present, making sure jobs are still completed safe and on time.
Senior Line Technician (Service Department)
Ozarks Electric Cooperative
Fayetteville, AR
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Reduced outage durations with quick response times and effective troubleshooting skills.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines
- Enhanced public safety by promptly responding to emergency outages and hazardous situations.
Apprentice Line Tech 1- Line Tech First Class
Ozarks Electric Cooperative
Fayetteville, AR
02.2017 - 03.2021
- Completed Northwest Lineman College/Ozarks Electric Cooperative Apprenticeship Program. (4 Years)
- Logged all required on the job training hours needed by department of labor.
- Graduated to a Line Technician First Class in 2021 until promotion to Senior Line Technician in 2022.
Right of Way Worker
Ozarks Electric Cooperative
Fayetteville, AR
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Operated chainsaws, chippers, bucket trucks and heavy equipment used to maintain vegetation in the distribution and transmission right of way easements.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies -
Northwest Lineman College
High School Diploma -
West Fork High School
West ForkSkills
- Overhead and underground line construction
- Bucket truck operation
- Digger Derrick operation
- Crane Certification
- Pole Climbing
- Pole setting
- Written and verbal communication with other employees and cooperative members
- Current position on the Ozarks Electric/Ozarks Go Safety Excellence Team
Timeline
Senior Line Technician (Construction Department)
Ozarks Electric Cooperative
04.2023 - Current
Senior Line Technician (Service Department)
Ozarks Electric Cooperative
08.2022 - 04.2023
Apprentice Line Tech 1- Line Tech First Class
Ozarks Electric Cooperative
02.2017 - 03.2021
Right of Way Worker
Ozarks Electric Cooperative
10.2016 - 02.2017
Certificate of Technical Studies -
Northwest Lineman College
High School Diploma -
West Fork High School