James Grubbs
Barnwell,SC
Summary
Dynamic Journeyman Lineman with extensive experience at Edisto Electric Cooperative, excelling in electrical troubleshooting and safety compliance. Proven ability to install and maintain overhead and underground power lines while ensuring high-quality performance. Strong communicator adept at collaborating with teams to achieve project goals efficiently. Committed to continuous improvement and adherence to industry best practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Edisto Electric Cooperative
04.2004 - 02.2016
- Accessed specific service areas to string lines and install terminal boxes, auxiliary equipment, or metering appliances.
- Inspected and tested lines or cables, recording and analyzing test results to assess transmission characteristics and locate faults or malfunctions.
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Sought continuing education opportunities such as Type to refresh working knowledge and develop newest techniques such as Type.
- Measured pole attachments and completed proper fitting and construction according to NESC guidelines.
- Analyzed preparation documents to correctly set up installations at job sites.
- Read and interpreted Type plans, prepared supplies and developed effective plan of action before beginning work.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
- Complied with legal regulations and company procedures to achieve high-quality performance in safe working environment.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
- 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.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Enforced adherence to industry best practices, safety protocols and proper installation techniques.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Performed powerline maintenance by cleaning and lubricating components and replacing worn parts.
Driver
CVS Pharmacy
05.2001 - 04.2004
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
Equipment Operator
Flour Daniels Construction
01.1998 - 05.2000
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Assisted with safe materials transport between work sites to reduce downtime.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
Education
High School Diploma -
Barnwell High School
Barnwell, SC1996
Skills
- Microsoft Visio
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Hole digging
- Bucket truck operation
- Trenching
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- Pole setting
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Heavy lifting
- Written and verbal communication
- Electrical distribution systems
- Electrical diagrams
- Electrical testing
- Work order management
- Substation expertise
- Underground cabling
- Lockout/Tagout
- Electrical power line installation
- Cable splicing
- Equipment inspection
- Cable installation
- Three-phase experience
- Repair work
- Reconducting
- Transformer banks
- OSHA regulations
- Wire splicing
- Grounding procedures
- Chain hoist operation
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Edisto Electric Cooperative
04.2004 - 02.2016
Driver
CVS Pharmacy
05.2001 - 04.2004
Equipment Operator
Flour Daniels Construction
01.1998 - 05.2000
High School Diploma -
Barnwell High School