Ethan Walden
Carmine
Summary
Accomplished General Foreman with a proven track record at D&J Power, showcasing exceptional leadership in team supervision and project management. Expert in safety compliance and quality assurance, I have significantly enhanced project efficiency and team productivity. My adeptness in equipment operation and fostering customer relations has consistently led to successful project completions and satisfied clients.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
General Foreman
D&J Power
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment
Foreman
D&J Power
08.2020 - 01.2022
- 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 final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- 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.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing a team of skilled workers.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
- 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.
- Established open lines of communication with clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
Foreman
Burlin PowerLine
04.2015 - 08.2020
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
Lineman
Burlin PowerLine
01.2013 - 04.2015
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Reduced outage durations with quick response times and effective troubleshooting skills.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Apprentice Lineman
T&d Solutions
04.2011 - 01.2013
- Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers, and existing connections.
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used in the field of power line work.
- Developed proficiency in operating heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and boom lifts to complete various tasks on the job site.
Groundmen
Willbros T&D Services
02.2010 - 04.2011
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thrall High School
Thrall, TX06.2009
Skills
- Leading teams
- Equipment operation
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Coordinating tasks
- Crew management
- Safety enforcement
- Team supervision
- Daily planning
- Crew oversight
- Safety practices
- Effective communication
- Documentation skills
- Work assignments
- Project deadlines
- Project planning
- Site coordination
- Safety compliance
- Task delegation
- Scheduling jobs
- Customer assistance
- Safety meetings
- Customer relations
- Project management
- Quality assurance
- Training and mentoring
- Timesheet management
- Recruiting and hiring
- Storm restoration
Timeline
General Foreman
D&J Power
01.2022 - 06.2024
Foreman
D&J Power
08.2020 - 01.2022
Foreman
Burlin PowerLine
04.2015 - 08.2020
Lineman
Burlin PowerLine
01.2013 - 04.2015
Apprentice Lineman
T&d Solutions
04.2011 - 01.2013
Groundmen
Willbros T&D Services
02.2010 - 04.2011
High School Diploma -
Thrall High School
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