Michael Olinger
Summary
Professional lineman prepared for this role with solid field experience in overhead and underground distribution, transmission lines, and heavy line equipment operation, with a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams, adapt to changing conditions, and achieve results. Skilled in electrical systems maintenance, troubleshooting, and emergency response, with reliable and flexible approach to work.
Proficiently maintained job briefings to uphold proper compliance with OSHA's safety procedures and construction standards, making sure safety is paramount to all else on the job site, by effectively communicating with my crew members and implementing proper decision making skills.
Taking pride in contributing to the success of my crew, in the work being accomplished, and in letting completed work speak for itself.
Trustworthy, motivated, dedicated, and committed to a long-term career with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
IBEW Local 47, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
04.2022 - 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.
- Supported ongoing infrastructure upgrades by replacing outdated poles, wires, insulators, transformers as part of planned initiatives.
- Performed skilled aerial work using bucket trucks and climbing gear for efficient access to high-voltage equipment.
- Reduced outage durations by quickly diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions in emergency situations.
- Prioritized safety by participating in regular team meetings, addressing potential hazards, and adhering to established procedures.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously under challenging conditions while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in all work performed.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols, ensuring compliance at all times.
- Inspected power lines and structures for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
- Installed, spliced, and maintained overhead and underground power lines and equipment for residential and commercial customers.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with energized lines and equipment, utilizing proper rubber gloving and hot sticking, industry best practices, safety protocols and proper installation techniques.
- Worked on de-energized lines, utilizing proper grounding practices and methods.
Apprentice Lineman
California and Nevada JATC
07.2018 - 04.2022
- Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers, and existing connections.
- Worked directly with Journeyman Lineman to learn the trade and proper safety techniques.
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used throughout our field.
- Developed proficiency in operating heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and boom lifts to complete various tasks on the job site.
- Promoted safe working practices within the crew by adhering to established safety protocols at all times.
- Gained proficiency in climbing poles, towers, and structures to perform required tasks at varying heights.
- Developed strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, transformers, switches, insulators, conductors, and other power distribution components.
- Installed and maintained overhead pole components and Underground Residential Distribution (URD) equipment.
- Removed old poles and hardware. Replaced with new equipment, in both energized and de-energized settings.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with energized lines and equipment, utilizing proper rubber gloving and hot sticking, industry best practices, safety protocols and proper installation techniques.
- Worked on de-energized lines, utilizing proper grounding practices and methods.
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
Groundman IBEW Local 47
Par Electrical Contractors
11.2017 - Current
- Assist Lineman and apprentices.
- Stock, load, and prepare trucks and equipment needed.
- Operate machinery; Derrick digger, fork lift, winch truck, boom truck, bucket truck, tractor trailer.
- Set up and ground equipment.
- Work beside Journeyman Lineman to learn the trade and become as knowledgeable and experienced as possible.
- Worked on a variety of projects from wreck outs and removal of abandoned transmission circuits and towers, to construction and installation of new transmission lines.
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular checks, cleaning, and minor repairs as necessary.
Senior Professional Teller
Bank of America
03.2010 - 02.2012
- Efficiently and thoroughly processing transactions, maintaining steady balancing record, and kept up to date on all required training
- Finding more efficient ways to serve our clients, without ever receiving a single customer complaint
Senior Professional Teller
Bank of America
02.2012 - 09.2012
- Efficiently and thoroughly processing transactions, maintaining steady balancing record, and kept up to date on all required training
- Finding more efficient ways to serve our clients, without ever receiving a single customer complaint
Construction General/Foreman
Golden State Construction
09.2012 - 05.2016
- Residential and Commercial construction; New construction, remodels, new additions, and rental preparations/repairs.
- Bidding and planning out jobs, documenting bids, material lists, receipts, and keeping track of hours logged for pay roll.
- Running job sites, managing crew, providing the tools necessary to get job accomplished on or ahead of schedule, without a single lost time accident
Construction General/Foreman
Olinger Construction
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Residential and Commercial construction; New construction, remodels, new additions, and rental preparations/repairs.
- Bidding and planning out jobs, documenting bids, material lists, receipts, and keeping track of hours logged for pay roll.
- Running job sites, managing crew, providing the tools necessary to get job accomplished on or ahead of schedule, without a single lost time accident
Education
Journeyman Lineman Certification - Utility High Voltage Power Lineman
California And Nevada JATC
Riverside, CA04-2022
Certificate - Electrical Lineworker Training Program
Northwest Lineman College
Oroville, CA01.2017
Bachelor's Degree - Information Technology, Information Systems Security
University of Phoenix
Murrieta, CADiploma - General Education
Paloma Valley High School
Menifee, CA01.2002
Skills
- Certified Journeyman Lineman and possess a Journeyman Lineman Ticket
- Class A CDL, with Double/Triple and Tanker Endorsements
- Experience using Fall Restraint Equipment (FRE) that includes an ANSI or OSHA approved climbing belt with a secondary safety
- Experience with State General Orders 95 and 128
- EICA Certified Digger Derrick
- EICA Certified Crane Operator, Rotating and Stationary Control
- Qualified Rigger/Signal Person
- Pole Top Rescue
- Areal-lift Rescue
- Vault Rescue
- First Aid/CPR
- Blueprint Reading/Rendering
- Able to work long hours in severe weather conditions, at or above heights of 80 feet, while in hooks on poles, working from suspended ladders, or on other power line structures
- Line stringing, and reconductors, including hendricks/tree wire
- Electrical Power Line experience and training in; Electrical systems and components, Rigging, Working Loads and Equipment, Transformers, Transformer banks and Safety
- Able to adapt quickly to various environments and schedules
- Eager and able to acquire new knowledge and skills quickly
- Strong Military training and background
Certification
- Certified Climber
- Class A CDL
- OSHA 1910.269
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Pole Top Rescue
- Areal-lift Rescue
- Vault Rescue
- First Aid/CPR
- Blueprint Reading/Rendering
- Diesel Maintenance/Repair
- Hydraulics Maintenance/Repair
- Crew Foreman
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
IBEW Local 47, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
04.2022 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
California and Nevada JATC
07.2018 - 04.2022
Groundman IBEW Local 47
Par Electrical Contractors
11.2017 - Current
Construction General/Foreman
Olinger Construction
05.2016 - 07.2017
Construction General/Foreman
Golden State Construction
09.2012 - 05.2016
Senior Professional Teller
Bank of America
02.2012 - 09.2012
Senior Professional Teller
Bank of America
03.2010 - 02.2012
Certificate - Electrical Lineworker Training Program
Northwest Lineman College
Bachelor's Degree - Information Technology, Information Systems Security
University of Phoenix
Diploma - General Education
Paloma Valley High School
Journeyman Lineman Certification - Utility High Voltage Power Lineman
California And Nevada JATC
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