Jared Hoskins
Middlesboro,KY
Summary
Hardworking and reliable substation tech with a well-rounded basis of knowledge from over 6 years in the line of work. Eager to learn more and help others do their job in an efficient and safe manner. Motivated to grow and continue working in this line of work for years to come.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substation Tech
Chucon Incorporated
07.2018 - Current
- Ran wire from yard equipment to control house and landed wire if needed.
- Megger tested wire if needed.
- Completed all Tvppa apprenticeship requirements to meet their standards to become a journeyman substation tech. Will be attending a protective relaying lab in October 2024
- Operated heavy equipment, installed substation equipment such as breakers, switches, current transformers, potential transformers.
- Operated bucket trucks, man lifts, and worked in an aerial setting.
- Tested and grounded the work area.
- Continuously updated technical knowledge by attending industry workshops and training programs, ensuring my expertise remained current with evolving technologies and best practices.
- Supported emergency response efforts, quickly restoring power during outages and reducing inconvenience for customers.
- Assisted in the development of capital improvement projects focused on expanding capacity or modernizing aging infrastructure within substations.
Outside Plant Technician
ATT
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Installed aerial and underground fiber optic cable.
- Prepared poles and other necessary infrastructure to place cable. Such as conduit and manholes.
- Assisted in splicing fiber optic cable.
Education
Pre Nursing
Southeast Community College
Middlesboro, KYNursing -
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TNSkills
- Complete substation construction
- Adaptability
- Fast learner
- Substation Maintenance
- Electrical schematics
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Circuit Testing
- Self Motivation
- Time management abilities
References
- Troy Goodnight - Kentucky Utilities. 859-779-1460
- Jerry Gilbert - Kentucky Utilities/Chucon Inc. 606-269-6399
- Chris Sharpe - Chucon Inc. 606-269-1670
Certification
- CCO - Certified Crane Operator
- CCO - Rigger
- Class A CDL
- TVPPA apprenticeship completion
Timeline
Substation Tech
Chucon Incorporated
07.2018 - Current
Outside Plant Technician
ATT
02.2017 - 07.2018
Pre Nursing
Southeast Community College
Nursing -
Lincoln Memorial University