Matthew Rogers
Oregon,IL
Summary
Lineman with 6 years of distribution experience reconducting, pole change outs, distribution circuits, replacing hardware and storm restoration. Skilled at handling routine and emergency work in different environments to meet all power distribution needs. Expertise includes pole-climbing, splicing, and stringing. Professional, punctual and reliable at all times.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
MJ Electric
10.2018 - Current
- Restored power to thousands of customers following severe weather events, ensuring minimal downtime for affected areas.
- Constructed new power lines, contributing to the expansion and improvement of the electrical grid.
- 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.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
Apprentice Lineman
Henkles & McCoy
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers, and existing connections.
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used in the field of power line work.
- Developed proficiency in operating heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and boom lifts to complete various tasks on the job site.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering
Kishwaukee College
Malta, IL05.2014
High School Diploma -
Polo Community High School
Polo, IL05.2004
Skills
- Overhead Line Construction
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole setting
- Written and verbal communication
- Reconducting
- Transformer banks
- Line Stringing
- Repair work
- Electrical Troubleshooting
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
MJ Electric
10.2018 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
Henkles & McCoy
10.2017 - 10.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Engineering
Kishwaukee College
High School Diploma -
Polo Community High School
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