James Brown
Salado,Texas
Summary
Results-driven Assistant Manager with 18 years of extensive experience in the electric utility sector, seeking to transition into advanced leadership roles within Oncor. Proven expertise in managing diverse projects, complemented by a strong commitment to fostering team development and operational excellence. Passionate about leveraging industry knowledge to mentor colleagues and drive growth initiatives for the Hutto District and the organization as a whole. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and contributing to the strategic goals of Oncor through effective leadership and collaboration.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Distribution District Manager
Oncor
Killeen/Temple District
08.2025 - Current
- Achieved district and company goals in safety, reliability, and financial performance by effectively managing a team of 50 employees and contractors across two service centers. Successfully planned staffing to meet workload demands for daily operations and storm events. Maintained budget within plan through strategic adjustments. Enhanced employee health and development through comprehensive safety and training programs. Improved customer satisfaction and fostered strong partnerships with cities and clients through collaborative efforts.
M&C Supervisor
Oncor
Hutto, Texas
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Achieved a high-performing team of 26 employees by effectively managing both bargaining and non-bargaining unit members. Fostered a strong safety culture through strategic hiring and promotion practices. Enabled apprentices to thrive and progress efficiently in their roles. Promoted a safe work environment by implementing daily safety check-ins, weekly safety meetings, and regular safety observations. Enhanced customer satisfaction by collaborating with various departments. Streamlined job scheduling from approval to in-service, ensuring alignment with customer expectations. Drove employee development to strengthen team performance.
Distribution Crew Supervisor
Oncor
Round Rock, Texas
07.2015 - 08.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of crew to achieve project timelines. Strategically scheduled jobs to meet due dates while optimizing resource allocation. Coordinated efforts with design teams and major construction groups. Managed packaging of work requests. Planned and scheduled road closures in collaboration with government officials. Advocated for safe work practices and behaviors. Ensured completion of all associated paperwork including employee time, as-builts, WMIS entries, damage claims, material issues, and vacation requests. Interviewed and evaluated candidates for hiring and assessed apprentices in the DLT program. Cultivated crew members' skills and knowledge to facilitate their progression to journeyman linemen.
DOT Sr
Oncor
Farmers Branch, Texas
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Ensured the proper operation of the distribution system including troubleshooting and maintenance of capacitors, regulators, reclosers, all types of OH and URD switchgears, ATOs, and URD cable including the use of thumber. Requested and executed switching orders. Performed voltage investigations utilizing a recording voltmeter. Interacted with large commercial and industrial customers in the DFW area.
Lineman
Oncor
Killeen, Texas
12.2009 - 07.2014
- Construction, maintenance and troubleshooting of OH and URD distribution facilities. On and off system storm work. Adhered to safety practices and procedures, such as checking equipment regularly. Climbed poles or used truck-mounted buckets to access equipment. Installed, maintained, and repaired electrical distribution and transmission systems, including conduits, cables, wires, and related equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, and switches. Dug holes and set poles, using cranes and power equipment. Strung wire conductors and cables between poles, towers, trenches, and buildings, setting lines in place and using winches to adjust tension.
Apprentice Lineman
Flowers Construction Company
Irving, Texas
08.2008 - 12.2009
- Major construction projects including road widening, reconductor and new construction. Adhered to safety protocols and procedures. Dug and set poles and anchors, install guy wires, sag and tie ins. Change transformers out, worked on energized and deenergized
Education
Electrical Lineworker Certificate -
Northwest Lineman College
Boise, IdahoHigh School Diploma - undefined
Silverton Highschool
Silverton, Oregon06-2003
Skills
- Leadership-values and develops genuine relationships
- Patience-allows others to work through problems and helps guide to resolution
- Logical problem solver-works problems in a level-headed manner
- Critical thinking-can think out of the box on requirements for jobs and system issues
- Loyalty-dedicated to making the company a better place through hard work
Timeline
Assistant Distribution District Manager
Oncor
08.2025 - Current
M&C Supervisor
Oncor
08.2022 - 08.2025
Distribution Crew Supervisor
Oncor
07.2015 - 08.2022
DOT Sr
Oncor
08.2014 - 06.2015
Lineman
Oncor
12.2009 - 07.2014
Apprentice Lineman
Flowers Construction Company
08.2008 - 12.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
Silverton Highschool
Electrical Lineworker Certificate -
Northwest Lineman College