Keaston Broom
Cullowhee,NC
Summary
High voltage distribution specialist with expertise in bucket and digger truck operations, ensuring safety compliance and effective power line maintenance. Demonstrated ability in team collaboration and rapid outage response. Certified in CDL Class B, pole top and bucket rescue, CPR, first aid, and licensed for right-of-way spray, with 8 years of experience in line and tree work, including climbing and trimming. Completed pole climbing school, demonstrating readiness for field operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
High Voltage distribution specialist
western carolina university
Cullowhee, North Carolina
01.2018 - Current
- Responded promptly to power outages, providing 24/7 availability to restore service quickly.
- Constructed, repaired, and maintained overhead and underground power lines.
- Operated digger trucks, bucket trucks, trachoe, and skid steers for installation and maintenance tasks to support efficient operations.
- Climbed poles and trees to perform necessary maintenance and repairs.
- Sprayed right-of-ways for powerlines using ground level, bucket trucks, and climbing techniques to ensure clear access.
- Attended monthly safety meetings to enhance awareness of personal and others' safety.
Education
Pole Climbing School
Maiden, NC09-2022
High School Diploma -
Smokey Mountain High School
Sylva, NC05-2016
Pole Top Rescue, Bucket Rescue
Right of Way Spray License
Class B Cdl's
CPR, AED And First Aid Certified
Skills
- Overhead and underground power maintenance and repair
- Storm work line clearing
- Right-of-way management
- Bucket and digger truck operation
- Pole and tree climbing
- Rigging and knot tying
- Troubleshooting
- Safety-oriented mindset
- PPE compliance
- Task prioritization
- Leadership
- Team collaboration
References
- Gary Henry (828) 269-0802
- Cole Henry (828) 400-3440
- Kobe Conley (828) 507-9263
- Andy Edwards (828) 399-0786
- Randy Fox (828) 226-9253
Timeline
High Voltage distribution specialist
western carolina university
01.2018 - Current
Pole Climbing School
High School Diploma -
Smokey Mountain High School
Pole Top Rescue, Bucket Rescue
Right of Way Spray License
Class B Cdl's
CPR, AED And First Aid Certified