Joseph Chambers
Sand Springs,Oklahoma
Summary
Hardworking Lineman with a background inspecting poles and equipment for damage and experienced in troubleshooting techniques. Organized employee with a strong work ethic and a terrific job attendance record. Highly communicative and offering great problem solving skills, even in stressful situations along with experience leading work groups of lineman during day to day work, and storm damage.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
American Electric Power, AEP
Tulsa, OK
05.2016 - Current
- Performed installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground power lines.
- Conducted fault location on all types of distribution systems using various testing equipment.
- Installed transformers and other electrical apparatus in substations, switchyards and along rights-of-way.
- Assisted in the construction of new distribution lines by erecting poles, crossarms, stringing wire and installing fixtures.
- Tested and operated switches, cutouts, regulators and voltage controllers for proper operation.
- Traveled to multiple hurricane restoration efforts in multiple states without incident.
- Replaced faulty components such as insulators, conductors and related hardware on energized circuits up to 14KV
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service 2019-2023
- Performed Circuit General Duties during storm damage restoration, where i organized operations of 15+ Line crews
- Performed Distribution Coordinator duties from 2023-2024 wherein I coordinated the work of 16 employees, organized construction of customer jobs, ordered tools, sorted out general issues that arose in day to day repair/maintenance of distribution power lines, among other duties in this role.
Apprentice Lineman
Diversified Services Inc
Tulsa, OK
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines.
- Maintained electrical distribution systems, including transformers, poles, and related equipment.
- Assisted in the installation of new and existing power lines.
- Climbed utility poles to install or repair power lines.
- Repaired downed power lines safely and efficiently.
- Prepared work sites by removing brush, trees, stumps, rocks.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, hammers, screwdrivers and drills to complete tasks.
- Followed safety protocols while operating bucket trucks, cranes and other heavy equipment.
- Completed paperwork accurately detailing all repairs made on the job site.
- Collaborated with other linemen in a team environment to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Adhered to company standards regarding quality control procedures throughout all jobs.
- Ensured that all worksites were left clean upon completion of projects.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Assisted with emergency call-outs to quickly restore service.
- Operated overhead line equipment such as bucket and boom trucks with consistent safety.
Apprentice Lineman
Davis H. Elliot
Tulsa, OK
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines.
- Maintained electrical distribution systems, including transformers, poles, and related equipment.
- Assisted in the installation of new and existing power lines.
- Performed routine maintenance on power line components to ensure proper functioning.
- Climbed utility poles to install or repair power lines.
- Repaired downed power lines safely and efficiently.
- Traveled all over Oklahoma repairing old, and building new powerlines, Safely and efficiently never having any vehicle, or work accidents.
- Followed safety protocols while operating bucket trucks, digger derricks and other heavy equipment.
- Maintained tools, equipment and vehicles in line with strict company standards.
- Assisted with emergency call-outs to quickly restore service.
- Worked in all aspects of the field including, streetlight maintenance, Underground directional bore crew, overhead line crew, underground line crew, and traveled for storm duties all over the United states.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - High Voltage
OSU Institute of Technology
Okmulgee, OK08-2014
Skills
- Underground and overhead distribution
- OSHA Regulations
- Written and verbal communication
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Wire Splicing
- Heavy Lifting
- Grounding procedures
- Electrical equipment Inspection
- Company radio usage
- Safety meetings
- Electrical power line maintenance
- Emergency Repairs
- Crew assistance
- Work Order Management
- Problem solving
- Team Player
- Self suffecient
Affiliations
- I enjoy outdoor activities such as sports, fishing, hiking, biking and just being outside.
- I am a family oriented individual and enjoy family events
- Playing guitar
- Working on my vehicles or anything out in the garage
Accomplishments
- Associates in Applied Science/High Voltage, Cum Laude from OSUIT
- Excelled in my work group, and acquired the role of Distribution Service Coordinator for my hard work and dedication.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
American Electric Power, AEP
05.2016 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
Diversified Services Inc
01.2015 - 05.2016
Apprentice Lineman
Davis H. Elliot
09.2014 - 01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - High Voltage
OSU Institute of Technology