Michael Ruetz
White River Junction,VT
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Lineman
Green Mountain Power
Saint Johnsbury, VT
04.2021 - Current
- Focused on gloving and live line procedures
- Completed training for chainsaw safety, insolate/isolate, and substaions
- Repaired or replaced damaged poles and anchors following storm damage or vehicle accidents.
- Tested and operated switches, cutouts, regulators and voltage controllers for proper operation.
Apprentice Lineman
Washington Electric Coop
East Montpelier, VT
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical power lines.
- Maintained electrical distribution systems, including transformers, poles, and related equipment.
- Inspected power line components for safety hazards and operational issues.
- Climbed utility poles to install or repair power lines.
Maintenance Technician
Cabot
Cabot, VT
04.2010 - 04.2017
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Recieved State approval for sanitary welding.
- Plan out and construct new lines and repair old ones.
Education
Lineworking
NALTC
McEwen, TN04-2018
Fall Mountain Regional High School
Langdon, NH06-2007
Skills
- Equipment Inspection
- Heavy Lifting
- Grounding procedures
- Repair work
- Written and verbal communication
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Pole setting
- Crew assistance
Timeline
Journeyman Lineman
Green Mountain Power
04.2021 - Current
Apprentice Lineman
Washington Electric Coop
09.2018 - 04.2021
Maintenance Technician
Cabot
04.2010 - 04.2017
Lineworking
NALTC
Fall Mountain Regional High School