Jacob Brooks

• Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing downtime and improving service reliability.
• Coordinated inspections and repairs of track infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency.
• Oversaw daily track maintenance operations ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
• Trained and mentored junior crew members on best practices for track safety and maintenance.
• Managed inventory of tools and materials, optimizing resource allocation for projects.

• Assisted in installation and maintenance of overhead and underground power lines.
• Operated aerial lift equipment to safely access work sites for repairs and inspections.
• Conducted routine safety checks on tools and equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues and implement effective solutions.
• Maintained accurate records of work performed, including job logs and material usage.
• Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
• Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
• Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
• Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
• Worked on both dead and energized lines.
• Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
• Exhibited adaptability by learning new techniques for repairing transformers, switches, fuses, lightning arrestors, and other distribution system components.

• Supervised daily lawn maintenance operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
• Coordinated scheduling for crew members to optimize workflow and meet client deadlines.
• Trained and mentored junior staff on efficient landscaping techniques and equipment usage.
• Implemented process improvements that reduced time spent on routine tasks while enhancing service quality.
• Conducted regular inspections of equipment, ensuring proper functionality and timely maintenance.

I went to lineman school to learn more about it before I started working at Southern Electric Co-op.

• Awarded Citizenship
• Awarded Honor Roll
• 3.8 GPA
• Extracurricular Activities: Football and baseball