Jacob Douglas
San Mateo,United States
Summary
Adept Groundman with proven expertise in ground operation while still leaving myself room to grow and learn with exceptional team collaboration skills, demonstrated through impactful projects with multiple union contractors. Excelled in equipment inspection and safety management, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards. Played a key role in restoring power swiftly following severe weather events, showcasing reliability and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
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Work History
Groundman
GMB Power Line Services
10.2024 - 10.2024
- Boosted safety on the property by identifying potential hazards and promptly addressing the issue.
- Collaborated effectively with lineman to complete projects efficiently and maintain high-quality standards.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Streamlined workflow processes by organizing tools and materials effectively before commencing each project or task.
- Coordinated with utility companies during joint projects involving shared resources or overlapping service areas to ensure seamless execution.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools, equipment, and Material
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas in Florida during Hurricane Milton.
- Assisted lineman with tasks such as driving bucket/digger trucks over long drives, Cleaning/organizing truck material and equipment.
- Assisted in operating the digger truck to load/unload material such as new and old poles, new and old transformers, gravel bags for pole re-enforcement, and Setting poles
- Stocked every truck on my crew with ice water and gatorade each morning as well as topped them off with fuel and DEF and had them started and warmed up for the lineman when they got there.
Groundman
P&G Power
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid in gunnison colorado.
- Was released from colorado and sent to florida and restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas during hurricane helene.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics through clear communication, collaboration, and mutual support among fellow linemen.
- Collaborated with linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Assisted in replacing transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance.
- Prioritized safety by participating in regular team meetings, addressing potential hazards, and adhering to established procedures.
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Coordinated with utility companies during joint projects involving shared resources or overlapping service areas to ensure seamless execution.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Assisted lineman with tasks such as driving bucket/digger trucks over long drives, Cleaning/organizing truck material and equipment.
- Assisted in operating the digger truck to load/unload material such as new and old poles, new and old transformers, gravel bags for pole re-enforcement, and Setting poles
- Stocked every truck on my crew with ice water and gatorade each morning as well as topped them off with fuel and DEF and had them started and warmed up for the lineman when they got there.
Groundman
Grid Services LLC
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas of louisiana during hurricane francine.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Removed old damaged poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Assisted with Installing transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
- Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
- Conducted thorough assessments of storm-damaged systems for prompt repair or replacement recommendations.
- Prioritized safety by participating in regular team meetings, addressing potential hazards, and adhering to established procedures.
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Analyzed preparation documents to correctly set up installations at job sites.
- Read and interpreted plans, prepared supplies and developed effective plan of action before beginning work.
- Coordinated with utility companies during joint projects involving shared resources or overlapping service areas to ensure seamless execution.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Assisted lineman with tasks such as driving bucket/digger trucks over long drives, Cleaning/organizing truck material and equipment.
- Assisted in operating the digger truck to load/unload material such as new and old poles, new and old transformers, gravel bags for pole re-enforcement, and Setting poles
- Stocked every truck on my crew with ice water and gatorade each morning as well as topped them off with fuel and DEF and had them started and warmed up for the lineman when they got there.
Groundman
Premium Utility Contractor
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid in Houston TX following hurricane Beryl.
- Collaborated with linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Repaired damaged equipment promptly with a focus on quality craftsmanship and long-lasting results for increased durability.
- Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
- Improved safety measures by conducting regular inspections of distribution systems.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics through clear communication, collaboration, and mutual support among fellow linemen.
- Assisted with Installing transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
- Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously under challenging conditions while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in all work performed.
- Prioritized safety by participating in regular team meetings, addressing potential hazards, and adhering to established procedures.
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Streamlined workflow processes by organizing tools and materials effectively before commencing each project or task.
- Coordinated with utility companies during joint projects involving shared resources or overlapping service areas to ensure seamless execution.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Assisted lineman with tasks such as driving bucket/digger trucks over long drives, Cleaning/organizing truck material and equipment.
- Assisted in operating the digger truck to load/unload material such as new and old poles, new and old transformers, gravel bags for pole re-enforcement, and Setting poles
- Stocked every truck on my crew with ice water and gatorade each morning as well as topped them off with fuel and DEF and had them started and warmed up for the lineman when they got there.
Groundman
P&G Power
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas of indiana following a tornado.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics through clear communication, collaboration, and mutual support among fellow linemen.
- Assisted with installing transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor.
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Assisted lineman with tasks such as driving bucket/digger trucks over long drives, Cleaning/organizing truck material and equipment.
- Stocked every truck on my crew with ice water and gatorade each morning as well as topped them off with fuel and DEF and had them started and warmed up for the lineman when they got there.
Groundman
Grid Services LLC
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas following hurricane Beryl.
- Assisted lineman in keeping trucks Clean and well organized, retrieving the appropriate material and desired tool for the job and operating hand lines to assist the men in the air.
- Stocked every truck on my crew with ice water and gatorade each morning as well as topped them off with fuel and DEF and had them started and warmed up for the lineman when they got there.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palatka High School
Palatka, FL06-2019
Skills
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole setting
- Voltage Testing
- Equipment Inspection
- Hole digging
- Hand and power tools
- Safety Procedures
- Customer Service
- Equipment Maintenance
- Safety meetings
- Safety Management
- Organizational Skills
Certification
CDL Class A with no restrictions and Tankers Endorsement
CPR certified
Timeline
Groundman
GMB Power Line Services
10.2024 - 10.2024
Groundman
P&G Power
09.2024 - 10.2024
Groundman
Grid Services LLC
09.2024 - 09.2024
Groundman
Premium Utility Contractor
07.2024 - 08.2024
Groundman
P&G Power
07.2024 - 07.2024
Groundman
Grid Services LLC
07.2024 - 07.2024
CDL Class A with no restrictions and Tankers Endorsement
CPR certified
High School Diploma -
Palatka High School
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