Lucas Conner

Forman

Sumter Utilities

Hendersonville, NC

01.2014 - Current

Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
Performed pole climbing, digging holes and backfilling trenches for line installation.
Installed, spliced and tested overhead power lines.
Inspected equipment for faults or damage to determine repair needs.
Installed transformers, meters, regulators and other electrical components.
Assisted in the maintenance of underground cables and conduits.
Constructed distribution systems using hand tools such as shovels, hammers, saws and drills.
Troubleshot problems with distribution systems to identify root cause of issue.
Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.
Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
Replaced defective or burned out conductors on utility poles using aerial lift devices.
Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
Connected new customers by running service drops from existing main line wires to customer premises.
Read blueprints and diagrams for proper installation techniques.
Measured distances between posts when installing wire support structures.
Removed old wires from utility poles before replacing them with new ones.
Cleaned up work sites after completing projects.
Participated in emergency response teams during natural disasters.
Provided technical assistance to apprentices while they learned the trade.
Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public.
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.
Tested conductors to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections.
Installed electric watthour meters in pre-installed meter-connection boxes to connect service.
Compared layout and methods of installation to blueprints and sketches and marked differentiations on drawings.
Tested and inspected electric distribution equipment and wiring outside and within buildings to verify conformance of installation with construction and building code specifications.
Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
Followed strict safety protocols to ensure personal and public safety around electrical lines.
Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and reinforcing safety practices.
Coordinated with other utilities to ensure safe working conditions and prevent service disruption.
Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to erect poles and light or heavy power lines.
Responded to emergency outages and storm damage, working under challenging conditions to restore power.
Communicated effectively with customers, addressing concerns and explaining the nature of work.
Climbed poles and towers, utilizing safety equipment, to access and repair electrical lines.
Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
Adhered to local, state, and federal regulations governing electrical transmission and distribution.
Spliced wires and soldered connections to complete circuitry for effective power distribution.
Conducted routine maintenance on transformers, insulators, and switches to ensure optimal performance.
Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
Participated in safety meetings and workshops to stay updated on industry practices and standards.
Coordinated with team members to remove trees and other obstructions from lines and equipment.
Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines.
Worked with team to install cables, poles and transformers.
Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift.
Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines.
Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.
Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
Rebuilt transformers by dismantling, removing and assembling core components.

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Education

High School Diploma -

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Forman

High School Diploma -

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