James Candler
Lynchburg,VA
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Aerial Linecrew Foreman
Taylor Construction
Chilhowie, Virginia
10.2022 - Current
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Organized meetings with clients to discuss project specifications and expectations.
- Scheduled staff shifts based on project needs and availability.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
Aerial Linecrew Foreman
Raw Utility and Power
Princeton, WV
07.2019 - 10.2022
- All the same current responsibilities
Aerial Lineman
S&N Communications
Louisa, Virginia
01.2012 - 06.2019
- Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.
- Participated in emergency response teams during natural disasters.
- Worked closely with electricians on complex construction projects.
- Provided technical assistance to apprentices while they learned the trade.
- Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
- Read blueprints and diagrams for proper installation techniques.
- Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
- Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain communication lines.
- Removed old wires from utility poles before replacing them with new ones.
- Connected new customers by running service drops from existing main line wires to customer premises.
- Performed pole climbing, digging holes and backfilling trenches for line installation.
- Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and reinforcing safety practices.
Aerial Lineman
Nichols Construction
Lynchburg, Virginia
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Same responsibilities and role as listed for S&N Communications Lineman position.
Education
GED -
Monroe Educational Center
Amherst, Va 06-2003
Timeline
Aerial Linecrew Foreman
Taylor Construction
10.2022 - Current
Aerial Linecrew Foreman
Raw Utility and Power
07.2019 - 10.2022
Aerial Lineman
S&N Communications
01.2012 - 06.2019
Aerial Lineman
Nichols Construction
01.2009 - 12.2011
GED -
Monroe Educational Center