Michael Hramiec
Harrison Township,MI
Summary
Results-driven Foreman Lineman skilled in leading teams, optimizing job planning, and enhancing apprentice development. Recognized for executing high-quality work during storm restoration and maintaining safety standards, contributing to increased productivity and crew accountability.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Lineman
Lecom Utilities
Warren, MI
09.2024 - Current
- Lead a four-person crew in overhead electrical construction, sub-transmission, and storm restoration tasks.
- Plan jobs to optimize sequences, ensuring safety, resource allocation, and production targets.
- Apply utility company specifications and construction standards to uphold quality of work.
- Provide clear direction and maintain accountability among crew members during projects.
- Cultivate a strong safety culture by identifying hazards and enforcing proper work practices.
- Train and mentor apprentices, emphasizing hands-on instruction in safety protocols and utility standards.
- Foster positive crew morale while prioritizing productivity and high-quality output.
- Perform general linework tasks on electrical systems to ensure functionality, pole wiring, and easement work while operating various utility equipment.
Foreman Lineman
Thayer Power
Detroit, Michigan
09.2022 - 09.2024
- Oversaw crew, directing work to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with utility standards.
- Performed overhead electrical construction, distribution linework, storm restoration, pole wiring, and easement work.
- Participated in emergency storm restoration operations and traveled out of state to restore electrical service following severe weather events.
- Collaborated with team members on job planning, reviewing project requirements, coordinating field activities, and maintaining production schedules.
- Applied utility specifications and construction standards to ensure quality workmanship.
- Trained less-experienced crew members and apprentices to enhance skills and knowledge in electrical construction.
- Operated utility construction equipment including bucket trucks, digger derricks, and other heavy equipment.
Journeyman Lineman
INTREN
Oakhurst, California
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Executed overhead electrical linework and distribution construction to enhance service reliability.
- Supported helicopter linework operations for maintaining and repairing electrical infrastructure, ensuring system integrity.
- Operated safely and efficiently in challenging field conditions during emergency restoration efforts to restore power quickly.
- Participated in firestorm restoration and emergency response operations.
- Performed fire hardening work to improve utility infrastructure resilience.
- Assisted with troubleshooting electrical distribution issues.
Foreman Lineman
Lecom Utilities
Warren, MI
04.2018 - 03.2022
- Led emergency storm restoration assignments, including extensive out-of-state deployments to restore service quickly and efficiently.
- Contributed to restoration operations under demanding weather and field conditions, ensuring safety and adherence to operational standards.
- Executed overhead electrical distribution work, general linework, pole wiring, and easement work while supporting storm restoration efforts.
- Performed work according to utility company specifications, construction standards, and safety requirements.
- Progressed into crew leadership responsibilities, including oversight of a crew.
- Completed ALBAT apprenticeship training in electrical distribution while developing advanced skills in electrical distribution and utility construction.
- Operated bucket trucks, digger derricks, and other utility construction equipment.
Gas Pipe Fitter
DTE Energy
Melvindale, Michigan
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Installed and activated residential gas services to ensure customer safety and compliance.
- Troubleshot gas leaks and implemented corrective measures to restore service reliability.
- Relocated gas meters from indoor to outdoor locations.
- Relit gas appliances following gas service work.
- Interacted with customers to address inquiries while adhering to utility safety procedures and service standards.
- Acquired hands-on experience working within DTE Energy's utility environment and field-service standards.
Foreman Line Clearance/Tree Trimmer
Kappen Tree Service
Warren, Michigan
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Executed utility line-clearance operations to ensure safety around electrical distribution infrastructure.
- Trimmed and removed trees near utility lines while maintaining awareness of electrical hazards.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls concerning fallen trees or limbs after storms or high winds.
- Adhered to industry safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Employed climbing techniques with hooks, belts, and ladders to effectively prune tall branches and maintain tree health.
- Assessed tree health and stability to determine necessary maintenance actions.
- Collaborated with homeowners and property managers to address specific tree care needs and enhance customer satisfaction.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Visual Arts
Macomb Community College
Warren, MISkills
- Utility standards application
- Safety management
- Job planning
- Emergency response
- Crew leadership
- Apprentice mentorship
- Production: Balance safety and quality with job timing and productivity requirements
- Team morale enhancement
Certification
- ALBAT Journeyman Lineman Apprenticeship
- CDL Class A — No Restrictions
- OSHA 10
- CPR / First Aid
- Aerial Rescue
Timeline
Foreman Lineman
Lecom Utilities
09.2024 - Current
Foreman Lineman
Thayer Power
09.2022 - 09.2024
Journeyman Lineman
INTREN
03.2022 - 09.2022
Foreman Lineman
Lecom Utilities
04.2018 - 03.2022
Gas Pipe Fitter
DTE Energy
01.2018 - 04.2018
Foreman Line Clearance/Tree Trimmer
Kappen Tree Service
01.2015 - 01.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Visual Arts
Macomb Community College