Experienced lineman skilled in bucket truck and digger derrick operations. Proven ability to ensure safety compliance and effectively train apprentices. Committed to maintaining distribution lines and equipment and delivering high-quality storm damage repairs.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Lineman
Duke Energy
Lafayette, IN
09.2013 - Current
Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
Diagnosed and repaired electrical faults in high-voltage lines and equipment.
Collaborated with team members to ensure safety compliance during operations.
Trained apprentices on safety protocols and technical skills.
Farmer
Self-employeed
Attica, IN
02.1983 - Current
Raise cattle and hogs for market and 4-H show animals
Manage livestock care, ensuring optimal nutrition and health monitoring for productivity.
Operate and maintain agricultural machinery, raising hay and corn for feed for cattle and hogs.
Lived on livestock farm all of my life.
Machinist
Caterpillar
Lafayette, IN
06.2004 - 09.2013
Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for heavy equipment.
Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication.
Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to enhance operational efficiency.
Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve machining issues.
Made repairs to engine blocks, crankshafts and heads using manual and CNC machines.
Education
Associate of Science - Machine Trades Tool And Die
Vincennes University
Vincennes, Indiana, IN
05-2003
High School Diploma -
Attica High School
Attica, IN
05-2001
Skills
Bucket truck operation
Digger Derrick operation
Heavy lifting
Storm damage repair
Hand and power tools
Accomplishments
Completed 4 year lineman apprenticeship with Duke Energy.
Crew lead for 3-4 years with line crew.
Timeline
Lineman
Duke Energy
09.2013 - Current
Machinist
Caterpillar
06.2004 - 09.2013
Farmer
Self-employeed
02.1983 - Current
Associate of Science - Machine Trades Tool And Die