Maurice Bacon
Ft. Pierce
Summary
Dedicated lineman with over 27 years of experience in power line repair and emergency repairs. Known for ensuring safety compliance and effective teamwork, driving prompt restoration of services during outages.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Lineman
Fort pierce utilities
Ft. Pierce
05.1998 - Current
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Responded to power outages and service interruptions promptly and efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections on electrical lines and equipment for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with crew members to restore power during emergency situations.
- Operated specialized tools and equipment for cable splicing and installation tasks.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols while working in high-risk environments.
- Trained new linemen on safety and technical procedures, enhancing team competency and compliance.
- Assisted in planning maintenance schedules for utility infrastructure upgrades, ensuring timely and efficient service delivery.
- Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
- Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
- Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
- Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.
- Performed pole climbing, digging holes and backfilling trenches for line installation.
- Removed old wires from utility poles before replacing them with new ones.
- Assisted in the maintenance of underground cables and conduits.
- Participated in emergency response teams during natural disasters.
- Supported construction, repair, and maintenance of electrical lines.
- Read blueprints and diagrams for proper installation techniques.
- Connected new customers by running service drops from existing main line wires to customer premises.
- Installed transformers, meters, regulators and other electrical components.
- Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
- Provided technical assistance to apprentices while they learned the trade.
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
- Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
- Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
- Worked closely with electricians on complex construction projects.
- Trained and mentored apprentice linemen, sharing knowledge and reinforcing safety practices.
- Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
- Participated in safety meetings and workshops to update knowledge on industry standards and protocols.
- Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
- Coordinated with team members to remove trees and other obstructions from lines and equipment.
- Adhered to local, state, and federal regulations governing electrical transmission and distribution.
- Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
- Documented work performed, including repairs made and materials used, for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized GPS and mapping tools to locate and diagnose issues within the electrical distribution system.
- Communicated effectively with customers, addressing concerns and explaining the nature of work.
- Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
- Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
- Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
Mississippi07-1990
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FLSkills
- Power Line Repair
- Electrical installations
- Overhead line construction
- Underground cabling
- Equipment selection
- Wire splicing
- Power restoration
- Emergency repairs
- Transformer maintenance
- Switchgear maintenance
- Substation operations
- Substation switching
- Voltage regulation
- Troubleshooting
- System troubleshooting
- Fault detection techniques
- Repair work
- Transformer removal
- Digger derrick use
- Bucket truck operation
- Steel tower erecting
- Overhead line installation
- Underground distribution systems
- Route planning
- Emergency response
- Safety compliance
- Safety procedures
- Fall protection practices
- Lockout/Tagout
- Safety meetings
- Attention to detail
- Equipment maintenance
- Hand and power tools
- System troubleshooting
- Heavy lifting
- Crew assistance
- Project planning
- Training and mentoring
- Effective communication
- Written and verbal communication
- Effective customer communication
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Vehicle operation
- Company radio usage
- Storm damage repair
- Schematics
- Chain hoist operation
- Hole digging
- Wire splicing
- Lockout/Tagout
- Schematics
- Overhead line installation
- Vehicle operation
- Power Line Repair
Certification
JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN CERTIFICATION
Accomplishments
2003 FLORIDA LINEMAN COMPETITION WINNER
Timeline
Lineman
Fort pierce utilities
05.1998 - Current
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Indian River State College