Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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George Russell

WHITINSVILLE,MA

Summary

Proven Lineman with extensive experience at MassBay, adept in emergency repairs and power line installation. Demonstrated leadership as a Foreman at McPhee Electric, enhancing team performance and safety through skill development and meticulous adherence to safety procedures. Excelled in storm damage repair and electrical safety, significantly improving workplace safety and project efficiency. Reliable Lineman known for troubleshooting issues and inspecting poles and lines for signs of danger. Dedicated employee willing to work any shift and offering a great attendance record. Promoting highly developed decision making skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lineman

MassBay
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.

Lineman Foreman

McPhee Electric
10.2014 - 01.2021
  • Ensured high-quality workmanship by adhering to industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
  • Completed projects on time and within budget through effective resource allocation and project management.
  • Enhanced team performance with ongoing training, skill development, and mentoring initiatives.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from crew members regarding process improvements or safety concerns.
  • Collaborated effectively with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders for project success.
  • Maintained accurate records of all completed work orders, daily logs, timesheets, and incident reports to ensure proper documentation.
  • Conducted comprehensive pre-job briefings to ensure that all crew members understood their roles in accomplishing the day''s objectives.
  • Supervised crews in diverse weather conditions while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and productivity.

Lineman

National Grid
03.1990 - 04.2012
  • 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.
  • Improved workplace safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
  • Reduced outage durations with quick response times and effective troubleshooting skills.
  • Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.

Education

High School Diploma -

LINCOLN JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Lincoln, RI
06.1986

Skills

  • Bucket truck operation
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Storm Damage Repair
  • Hand and power tools
  • Digger Derrick Use
  • Electrical power line installation
  • Safety Procedures
  • Safety meetings
  • Repair work
  • Power Line Installation
  • Overhead Line Construction
  • Emergency Repairs

Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Osha 20 Certification

Timeline

Lineman

MassBay
01.2021 - 06.2024

Lineman Foreman

McPhee Electric
10.2014 - 01.2021

Lineman

National Grid
03.1990 - 04.2012

High School Diploma -

LINCOLN JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
George Russell