Luke Burgess
Designer
Greater Myrtle Beach Area,SC
Summary
Electrical supervisor with 32 years of experience specializing in 34kv and 12kv OVHD and URD systems. Comprehensive understanding of utility industry, including construction and maintenance of OVHD and URD lines. Expertise in constructing and upgrading substations, coordinating contract crews, developing strategies, setting goals, and training employees. Known for problem-solving skills and excellent interpersonal communication. Goal-driven lighting designer with expertise in construction management, field supervision, and collaboration with architects, inspectors, designers, and subcontractors for high-quality project work.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contractor-Lighting Technician Specialist Dominion Energy
McCall-Thomas Engineering Company, Inc.
09.2020 - Current
- Analyzes electrical load data and performs calculations to determine size and location of electric distribution facilities based on engineering standards, existing or proposed easements, Right-of-Way permits and operational needs and requirements.
- Utilizes work management system to prepare cost estimates based on design of new construction or modification of existing facilities.
- Coordinates installation/relocation of other utilities (i.e. Cable television, phone, etc).
- Prepares underground agreements, billing authorities, revenue calculations, negotiates and secures Right-of-Way permits, environmental permits, easement agreements and highway/railroad permits.
- Reconciles construction field adjustments (as-builts) to ensure mapping accuracy in the Geographic Information System (GIS).
- Identifies safety issues - checks equipment and work area regularly to ensure safety and compliance; identifies hazards and improvements that could prevent safety problems; evaluates impact of decisions and actions on own and others' safety.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Crew Supervisor
Santee Cooper
02.1988 - 01.2020
- Supervise the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground lines.
- Restore power during outages and storms.
Education
Vocational High School and Secondary Business/Vocational-Industrial/Occupational Diploma - General
Logan High School
Logan, WV05.1983
Skills
- AutoCAD
- ArcMap
- Utilities
- Project estimation and bidding
- Worksite safety
- Construction management
- Task delegation
- Subcontractor supervision
- Equipment management
- Project oversight
Accomplishments
- Brought new ideas to Lighting Department to make job Tasks easier.
Certification
- Certified Line Technician, Santee Cooper - 32 Yrs
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Contractor-Lighting Technician Specialist Dominion Energy
McCall-Thomas Engineering Company, Inc.
09.2020 - Current
Crew Supervisor
Santee Cooper
02.1988 - 01.2020
Vocational High School and Secondary Business/Vocational-Industrial/Occupational Diploma - General
Logan High School
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