John Flynn

As a B lineman, I frame poles, hangs cross arms insulators, switches, transformers, hang Mack’s, cut jumpers, move wire, and more. I also set poles on the daily with the digger Truck.

• Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to erect poles and light or heavy power lines.
• Loaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
• Ensured that all worksites were left clean upon completion of projects.
• Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
• Provided customer service support by answering questions about electric services provided.
• Tested and inspected electric distribution equipment and wiring outside and within buildings to verify conformance of installation with construction and building code specifications.
• Inspected power line components for safety hazards and operational issues.
• Followed strict safety protocols to ensure personal and public safety around electrical lines.
• Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift.
• Climbed utility poles to install or repair power lines.
• Climbed wood poles to install lines, change out transformers and connect new service.
• Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
• Inspected and tested power lines and auxiliary equipment to identify and repair faults.
• Coordinated with team members to remove trees and other obstructions from lines and equipment.
• Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
• Used hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, hammers, screwdrivers and drills to complete tasks.
• Responded quickly in emergency situations involving downed power lines or broken transformers.
• Followed safety protocols while operating bucket trucks, cranes and other heavy equipment.
• Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
• Conducted routine maintenance on transformers, insulators, and switches to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
• Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and reinforcing safety practices.
• Participated in safety meetings and workshops to stay updated on industry practices and standards.

• Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
• Conducted routine maintenance on transformers, insulators, and switches to ensure optimal performance.
• Operated aerial lifts to access hard-to-reach areas when necessary.
• Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
• Helped operate digger derrick truck and dug rock holes.
• Climbed wood poles to install lines, change out transformers and connect new service.
• Prepared work sites by removing brush, trees, stumps, rocks.
• Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
• Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
• Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
• Maintained tools, equipment and vehicles in line with strict company standards.
• Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.
• Responded quickly in emergency situations involving downed power lines or broken transformers.