Everett Brown
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Experienced Substation Apprentice with 5 years in the field. Experienced in reading and interpreting blueprints. Skilled in grounding procedures. Installed new substations. Skilled Substation Apprentice. Hands-on Substation Apprentice. Maintained substation equipment. Expert in adhering to safety protocols.
Hardworking technician with experience inspecting, testing and repairing electrical equipment. Supported new teammate training by educating on processes and safety.
Resourceful professional in the field of electrical and electronics repair, specifically within powerhouses, substations, and relays. Known for high productivity levels and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and complex system troubleshooting. Excels at critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring successful project execution and team collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substation Technician
Burns & McDonnell
Dallas, Texas
06.2026 - Current
- Installed transformers, switches, and breakers within energized yard areas.
- Performed grounding, bonding, and cable terminations on substation systems.
- Tested relays, meters, and control circuits for proper operation.
- Followed lockout procedures and enforced safe work practices on site.
- Read electrical drawings and updated field notes for installation crews.
Substation Technician
Energy Erectors
El Paso, Texas
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Inspected substation equipment for Energy Erectors' utility projects.
- Tested relays, meters, and control circuits for proper operation.
- Performed grounding, bonding, and cable terminations on substation systems.
- Inspected substation equipment for Energy Erectors utility projects.
- Followed lockout procedures and enforced safe work practices on site.
Substation Apprentice
Integrated Power Co.
North Platte, NE
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Facilitated electrical connections by pulling wire.
- Created pathways for electrical systems by running conduit.
- Managed machine operations to ensure production efficiency.
- Supported grounding and bonding of high-voltage equipment to ensure safety and reliability.
- Replaced damaged insulators on transmission lines to maintain system integrity and prevent outages.
- Assisted with planning and installation.
- Pulling wire
- Oversaw inventory of tools, parts, and substation electrical equipment to ensure availability for operations.
- Machine operator
Substation Apprentice
Primoris Services Corporation
Denton, TX
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Facilitated electrical connections by pulling wire through conduits
- Set up conduit pathways to support electrical installations
- Managed machine operations for production efficiency
- Installed grounding systems to prevent electrical hazards
- Documented maintenance task steps to ensure consistency and aid future reference.
- Deployed safety practices to enhance compliance and minimize risks during electrical system installations.
Substation Apprentice
KV Power
Andrews, TX
11.2021 - 12.2024
- Pulling wire
- Running conduit
- Machine operator
- Ensured equipment met electrical safety standards.
- Maintained inspection schedules for substations.
- Installed and tested breakers and transformers.
- Enhanced load handling capacity.
- Installed substation grounding systems.
- Maintained substation grounding systems.
- Rewired control cabinets.
- Maintained records of equipment tests and inspections.
Carpenter
The Carpenters Hand LLC
Lubbock, TX
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Machine operator
- Demolition
- Concrete layouts
- Followed job plans to ensure project efficiency.
- Fabricated shelving units.
- Met strict deadlines and budget constraints.
- Worked with a team to craft custom window frames.
- Resolved unexpected structural challenges on-site.
- Designed custom cabinetry.
- Enhanced living spaces in residential buildings.
- Repaired water-damaged wooden structures.
- Ensured timely delivery of all tasks.
- Used precision measuring instruments.
- Proposed innovative framing solutions.
- Addressed concerns and clarified design choices.
- Installed wooden flooring for residential clients.
- Worked on a team to build high-quality wood structures.
Education
GED -
Northwest Lineman Center
Denton, TXMonterey High School
Lubbock, TXSkills
- Substation blueprint interpretation
- Substation grounding techniques
- Preventative maintenance
- Machinery
- Time management
- Communication
- Relay testing
- Grounding systems
- Breaker installation
- Lockout procedures
- Equipment inspection
- Utility construction
- Attention to detail
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety awareness
- High voltage switching
- Switchgear maintenance
Timeline
Substation Technician
Burns & McDonnell
06.2026 - Current
Substation Technician
Energy Erectors
01.2026 - 06.2026
Substation Apprentice
Integrated Power Co.
04.2025 - 12.2025
Substation Apprentice
Primoris Services Corporation
12.2024 - 03.2025
Substation Apprentice
KV Power
11.2021 - 12.2024
Carpenter
The Carpenters Hand LLC
03.2019 - 05.2021
GED -
Northwest Lineman Center
Monterey High School