Jared O’Neal II
Rockingham,NC
Summary
Dedicated Lineman with extensive experience at Lee Electric, skilled in emergency response and power line inspection. Proven ability to enhance workplace safety and efficiency through rigorous adherence to protocols and advanced troubleshooting. Strong team collaborator with a commitment to quality service and adaptability in high-pressure situations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lineman
Lee Electric
Rockingham, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Assisted in emergency storm restoration efforts, restoring power to affected communities as quickly as possible.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Maintained a strong safety record by diligently adhering to OSHA regulations and company policies, ensuring the well-being of both team members and the public.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to identify issues in power lines, ensuring timely repairs and minimal downtime.
- Adhered to strict safety protocols while working at heights or near energized equipment, minimizing accidents on the job site.
Apprentice Lineman
MasTec
Rockingham, NC
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers, and existing connections.
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used in the field of power line work.
- Developed proficiency in operating heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and boom lifts to complete various tasks on the job site.
- Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.
- Promoted safe working practices within the crew by adhering to established safety protocols at all times.
- Gained proficiency in climbing poles, towers, and structures to perform required tasks at varying heights.
- Established positive relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients by displaying professionalism, strong work ethic, and a commitment to providing high-quality service.
- Responded to emergency repair calls to conduct line switching or sectionalizing to reroute current and speed service restoration.
- Worked to string, splice, and transfer wire in both energized and de-energized circuits.
- Increased overall productivity by efficiently completing assigned tasks with minimal supervision from senior crew members.
- Traveled to Location as part of disaster recovery response following widespread destruction resulting from storms and wildfires.
- Developed strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, transformers, circuit breakers, switches, insulators, and other power distribution components.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in project scope during daily work activities.
- Shortened and lengthened wires and lines to connect transformers, lighting units, or signals.
- 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.
Education
Richmond Senior High School
Rockingham, NCSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Power line inspection
- Emergency response
- Heavy machinery operation
- Safety protocols
- Troubleshooting electrical systems
- Team collaboration
- Client communication
- Adaptability to challenges
- Workplace safety
- Electrical systems knowledge
- Time management
- Line switching
- Bucket truck operation
- Heavy lifting
- Hand and power tools
- Storm damage repair
- Fall protection practices
- Digger derrick use
- Hole digging
Accomplishments
Class A CDL
Timeline
Lineman
Lee Electric
08.2024 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
MasTec
07.2022 - 08.2024
Richmond Senior High School