Kevin Bailey Jr
Bridgeville,DE
Summary
Experienced with installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems for residential and commercial applications. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols and electrical standards to ensure reliable service delivery. Track record of effectively diagnosing issues and implementing solutions, ensuring minimized downtime and operational efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Utility Lines Construction Services
10.2020 - Current
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Collaborated with other linemen to complete complex projects efficiently and within specified timeframes.
- Assisted in the training of apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and expertise to develop future industry professionals.
- Repaired damaged equipment promptly with a focus on quality craftsmanship and long-lasting results for increased durability.
- Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
- Hooked up transformers to poles and lines.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
- Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
- Installed transformers, switches, and other components to optimize system performance and minimize disruptions.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Set ground anchors and guying systems for utility poles.
- Analyzed preparation documents to correctly set up installations at job sites.
- Strung cables between structures and lines from poles, towers, or trenches and pulled lines to proper tension.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.
- Installed, spliced and maintained overhead and underground power lines for residential and commercial customers.
- Inspected power lines for any damage or irregularities and replaced components.
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
Equipment Operator
DelDOT
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Increased equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sussex Central High School
Millsboro, DESkills
- Overhead line construction
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole setting
- Reconducting
- Written and verbal communication
- Transformer banks
- Power distribution systems
- Conductor splicing
- Three-phase experience
- Electrical distribution systems
- Line stringing
- OSHA regulations
- Voltage testing
- Repair work
- Electrical power line installation
- Equipment inspection
- Wire splicing
- Transformer maintenance
- Lockout/Tagout
- Chain hoist operation
- Shortening and lengthening lines
- Trenching
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Heavy lifting
- Underground line repair
- Crossarm installation
- Underground cabling
- Hole digging
- Electrical testing
- Cable splicing
- Grounding procedures
- Underground and overhead distribution
- Transformer removal
- Cable installation
- Hand and power tools
- Customer service
- Safety procedures
- Emergency repairs
- Equipment selection
- Safety meetings
- Equipment maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Utility Lines Construction Services
10.2020 - Current
Equipment Operator
DelDOT
11.2019 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Sussex Central High School
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