Jose A Trevino
San Benito,TX
Summary
Safety-focused leader with extensive experience directing line crews in maintenance and outage repairs. Coordinated switching and clearance procedures for energized work zones while inspecting equipment for damage. Led troubleshooting efforts for electrical faults and emergency responses to downed power lines. Trained new crew members on safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety and operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Line crew leader
AEP Texas
San Benito, Tx
09.2015 - Current
- Directed AEP Texas line crews during scheduled maintenance and outage repairs.
- Coordinated switching, tagging, and clearance procedures for energized work zones.
- Ensured effective distribution of daily responsibilities among line crew members. of line crew personnel and equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving downed power lines or hazardous conditions.
- Enforced AEP Texas safety standards, PPE use, and job briefings.
- Ensured safe working practices were followed at all times by the line crew.
- Followed and supervised work practices to support safety and risk management guidelines.
- Assisted in training new members of the line crew on safety protocols and operating procedures.
- Troubleshot systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair components.
- Inspected poles, transformers, conductors, and hardware for damage or wear.
- Communicated with dispatchers, supervisors, and field crews on restoration work.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding power outages to enhance service response and customer satisfaction.
- Resolved conflicts between customers and the line crew in a professional manner.
- Worked closely with management team on long-term projects requiring extensive planning.
Education
Simon Rivera High School
Brownsville , TXSkills
- Switching operations
- Line clearance procedures
- Outage management
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Transformer inspection
- Transformer setup
- Preventive maintenance
- Overhead maintenance
- Underground infrastructure
- Pole installation
- Crossarm assembly
- Grounding techniques
- Storm restoration
- Emergency response
- Crew management
- Safety compliance
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
Timeline
Line crew leader
AEP Texas
09.2015 - Current
Simon Rivera High School