Hollis Dixon
Caddo
Summary
Accomplished Electrical Utility Professional with over 10 years of experience in building, restoring, and inspecting critical electrical infrastructure. Led crews on complex distribution projects and supported nationwide storm restoration efforts. Thrives in high-pressure environments where safety and precision are paramount, demonstrating strong leadership and effective problem-solving skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Infrastructure Inspector
PG&E
Oakland
03.2026 - Current
- Support one of the nation’s largest electrical utility systems through proactive infrastructure assessment.
- Inspected transmission and distribution infrastructure, enhancing evaluation of system condition and reliability.
- Identified structural and equipment deficiencies, ensuring compliance with utility inspection standards.
- Ensured quality of inspections while maintaining safety in demanding field environments.
- Produce accurate documentation and detailed reports supporting maintenance and asset management.
Foreman
IBEW
Austin
06.2025 - Current
- Lead and coordinate field crews for powerline construction and maintenance projects.
- Tracked daily unit production, verified completed work, and submitted reports for billing and cost analysis to support financial transparency.
- Communicate with project managers and billing staff to align scope, unit rates, and documentation.
- Oversaw job safety meetings, ensured compliance with safety protocols, and maintained accurate work logs to promote a safe working environment.
- Train and mentor apprentices and linemen, promoting safety, efficiency, and quality workmanship.
- Executed utility projects across various locations in the United States.
- Communicated project updates and issues to management and clients to facilitate informed decision-making.
Foreman
Linetec PSO
Tulsa
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Led crews performing electrical distribution construction and maintenance.
- Planned daily operations, coordinating manpower, equipment, and materials to optimize workflow.
- Maintained strict safety standards while delivering projects on schedule.
- Managed jobsite logistics and quality control, ensuring alignment with customer expectations.
- Mentored apprentices, fostering skill development and creating high-performing crews.
Lead Lineman
Pike Electric
Dallas
03.2022 - 11.2024
- Coordinated field operations and workflow with project management to optimize project execution.
- Conducted job walk-throughs, scheduled activities, and coordinated materials to ensure timely project delivery.
- Tracked completed units and reported progress, maintaining accurate billing data for project accountability.
- Dallas, TX
Education
Lineman - Electrical Transmission & Distribution
Dept of Labor
Dallas, TX 07.2015 - 07.2022
Trade Certificates - Electromechanical Engineering Technologies
Grayson College
Denison, TX 09.2014 - 05.2015
Skills
- Transmission & Distribution Inspection
- Infrastructure Assessment
- Electrical Distribution Systems
- Utility Construction
- Critical Infrastructure
- Storm Restoration
- Quality Control
- Safety & OSHA Compliance
- Technical Reporting
- Problem Solving
- Root Cause Analysis
- Emergency Response
- Field Coordination
- Project coordination
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Material and Equipment Logistics
Certification
- Class A CDL License
- OSHA Safety Training (if applicable)
Timeline
Infrastructure Inspector
PG&E
03.2026 - Current
Foreman
IBEW
06.2025 - Current
Foreman
Linetec PSO
11.2024 - 06.2025
Lead Lineman
Pike Electric
03.2022 - 11.2024
Lineman - Electrical Transmission & Distribution
Dept of Labor
07.2015 - 07.2022
Trade Certificates - Electromechanical Engineering Technologies
Grayson College
09.2014 - 05.2015