Ethan Travis
Dayton,TN
Summary
Experienced foreman with over 10 years of utility and switching/tagging experience and 15 years operating heavy equipment. Proven leader with strong safety record, specializing in lockout/tagout, system isolation, storm response, and crew coordination in high-risk environments. Holds Class A CDL and multiple OSHA certifications. Seeking to transition into an Apprentice Operator role with TVA.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lineman / Foreman
IBEW Contract Work
01.2023 - Current
- Traveling lineman and foreman supporting multiple IBEW contractors. Perform storm restoration, emergency response, and system repairs across various regions. Lead crews in high-risk environments, executing switching/tagging and lockout/tagout procedures. Adapt quickly to new systems, crews, and conditions while maintaining strict safety standards.
Foreman
Service Electric Company
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led crews of 4+ personnel in overhead construction and maintenance. Coordinated switching/tagging and lockout/tagout procedures. Conducted job briefings and enforced OSHA safety standards. Served as liaison between engineers and customers.
Lineman
Service Electric Company
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Performed overhead construction, maintenance, and repairs. Assisted with switching/tagging and job planning. Maintained safety compliance.
Lineman
City of Dayton Electric
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Troubleshot distribution systems and performed underground work and maintenance.
Apprentice Lineman
Selcat
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Completed apprenticeship and gained journeyman-level skills.
Equipment Operator
Star Construction
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Operated heavy equipment, installed fiber systems, and supported safety operations across multiple regions managing up to 30 crews.
Education
Rhea County High School
Chattanooga State Community College
East Tennessee State University
Skills
- Electrical Systems & Utility Operations
- Switching & Tagging (10 Years)
- Storm Restoration Operations
- Lockout/Tagout Procedures
- OSHA Safety Compliance (10, 20, 30)
- Crew Leadership & Coordination
Certification
- Class A CDL
- OSHA 10, OSHA 20 (Leadership), OSHA 30
- First Aid / CPR / Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Lockout/Tagout
- Transformers I & II
- Insulate & Isolate Training
- Transbanker Training (NLC)
Timeline
Lineman / Foreman
IBEW Contract Work
01.2023 - Current
Foreman
Service Electric Company
01.2021 - 01.2023
Lineman
Service Electric Company
01.2018 - 01.2021
Lineman
City of Dayton Electric
01.2016 - 01.2018
Apprentice Lineman
Selcat
01.2012 - 01.2016
Equipment Operator
Star Construction
01.2010 - 01.2012
Rhea County High School
Chattanooga State Community College
East Tennessee State University