Jackie Evans
Meridian,MS
Summary
Dynamic Journeyman Lineman with I.B.E.W Local 443, adept at overhead line construction and electrical troubleshooting. Successfully restored power to thousands post-storm, enhancing system reliability through proactive maintenance. Skilled in bucket truck operation and committed to safety, fostering collaboration and training among apprentices to elevate industry standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
I.b.e.w Local 443
09.2011 - Current
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
- Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Improved safety measures by conducting regular inspections of transmission and distribution systems.
- Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
- Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols, ensuring compliance at all times.
- Enhanced system reliability by performing routine maintenance on electrical equipment and power lines.
Skills
- Overhead line construction
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole setting
- Reconducting
- Transformer banks
- Written and verbal communication
- Three-phase experience
- Conductor splicing
- OSHA regulations
- Electrical distribution systems
- Line stringing
- Voltage testing
- Repair work
- Lockout/Tagout
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Underground line repair
- Electrical diagrams
- Helicopter work
- Underground and overhead distribution
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman - I.b.e.w Local 443
09.2011 - Current
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