KERNIE LEBLANC
New Iberia,LA
Summary
Hardworking and reliable High Voltage Specialist with strong ability in teaching and coaching. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.Skilled High Voltage Specialist with 33 years of experience in line installation, repair and maintenance. Implements safe configurations to achieve and maintain functional lines. Careful technician bringing exceptional expertise to job sites.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Manager
AMPIRICAL, COVINGTON
09 2023 - 08 2024
- Oversee Construction Projects from start to finish
- Review the Projects Budget, Schedule deliverables, and Inventory Management
- Oversee All Onsite and Offsite Construction Operations
- Guide, Coordinate, and Direct Workers and Subcontractors
- Reviewing Work Progress Daily
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace injuries, conducting regular site inspections and safety meetings.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, leading to efficient collaboration on complex construction projects.
- Completed projects within time constraints by effectively managing schedules and allocating resources.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Monitored daily progress on-site to maintain a clear understanding of challenges faced by the team members or any required adjustments in plans or schedules.
- Supervised team of [Number] construction workers to maintain productivity and quality of work.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication between architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Maintained strong lines of communication with all stakeholders involved in the project, ensuring transparency and collaboration towards shared goals.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential hazards early in the planning stages, mitigating delays or complications.
- Mentored junior staff members in various aspects of construction management, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship and addressing concerns promptly.
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Surveyed sites to determine material needs and accurately manage inventories and budgets.
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with all safety regulations, significantly reducing workplace incidents.
- Oversaw successful completion of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction with regular, detailed project updates and transparent communication practices.
- Conducted regular safety audits and training sessions, reinforcing culture of safety first on job site.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, contributing to high rate of repeat business.
- Drove completion of projects ahead of schedule, maintaining high standards of workmanship and client satisfaction.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Scheduled utility service providers according to project timelines.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Led weekly production and operations contractor meetings, facilitating stronger communication, and helping to resolve critical issues.
Journeyman Lineman
ETC, LINETEC SERVICES
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Performed work on both dead and energized lines of different voltages
- Attached transformers to poles and connected to power lines
- Worked quickly and safely to maintain and reconduct lines
- Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
Lead Line Mechanic
CLECO
01.2008 - 03.2023
- Performed work on both dead and energized lines of different voltages
- Attached transformers to poles and connected to power lines
- Worked quickly and safely to maintain and reconduct lines
- Replaced transmission poles and associated hardware with new equipment
- Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service
- Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines
- Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines
- Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor
- Climbed poles to compare printed data on transformers with work orders and examine wires and auxiliary equipment on poles
- Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public
- Installed electric watthour meters in pre-installed meter-connection boxes to connect service
- Tested conductors to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections
- Used computer-based software to configure metering and protection devices
- Worked with team to install cables, poles and transformers
- Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work
- Maintained electric work tools and equipment
- Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines
- Helped by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions
- Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion
- Completed re-sagging on older or improperly installed lines
- Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
Foreman/Supervisor Distribution
E.P BREAUX
08.1990 - 12.2007
- Oversea proper insulation of 69kv / 500kv transmission lines and substations
- Tracked project schedules and encouraged teams to complete tasks on time while staying on budget
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Iberia Senior High School
New Iberia, LA05.1987
Skills
- Supervision & Leadership
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Planning & Organizing
- Substation Expertise
- Underground and Overhead Distribution
- Electrical Power Line Maintenance
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- Repair work
- Bucket truck operation
- Electrical diagrams
- Electrical testing
- Trenching
- Underground cabling
- Heavy lifting
- Wire Splicing
- Three-phase experience
- Electrical power line installation
- Reconducting
- Constructing distribution circuits
- Transformer banks
- AutoCAD
- Lockout/Tagout
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
ETC, LINETEC SERVICES
03.2023 - 09.2023
Lead Line Mechanic
CLECO
01.2008 - 03.2023
Foreman/Supervisor Distribution
E.P BREAUX
08.1990 - 12.2007
Construction Manager
AMPIRICAL, COVINGTON
09 2023 - 08 2024
High School Diploma -
New Iberia Senior High School
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