Nathan Kierstead
Tilton
Summary
Dedicated Electrical Lineman with expertise in electrical system repairs and preventive maintenance. Strong focus on safety and teamwork, ensuring efficient operations. Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills while maintaining clean and organized workspaces. Committed to contributing effectively to team goals and embracing new challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Lineman
Eversource
Tilton
11.2019 - Current
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical lines.
- Operated specialized equipment to assist in line repairs and installations.
- Coordinated with team to efficiently restore power during outages, minimizing downtime for affected customers.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls for electrical service interruptions.
- Conducted routine inspections of power systems for safety compliance.
- Trained and mentored apprentice linemen on tools and safety practices, fostering a culture of safety and skill development.
- Trained new linemen on tools, safety measures, and operational procedures.
- Volunteered for extra shifts to respond to emergencies and outages during adverse weather, ensuring continuous service restoration.
Electrical Lineman
Eversource
Epping
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Installed and repaired electrical distribution systems for residential and commercial clients.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot outages and restore service efficiently.
- Operated bucket trucks and other equipment to access overhead power lines safely.
- Ensured proper grounding of electrical systems to prevent hazards during maintenance work.
- Assisted in training new linemen on techniques, tools, and safety procedures effectively.
- Provided technical support related to electrical lineman activities as needed.
- Utilized hand tools such as drills, screwdrivers, wrenches in performing repair work.
- Inspected cross arms, insulators, switches, circuit breakers for proper operation.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
Bridge Crew Member
E.D. Swett
Concord
06.2018 - 11.2019
- Operated heavy machinery for bridge construction and maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in the installation of bridge components and structural elements.
- Managed traffic crossing over the bridges by controlling traffic signals.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Reported any safety hazards or equipment issues to supervisors promptly.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Participated in daily briefings to discuss project updates and task assignments.
Education
Lineworker School Certificate - Electrical Lineworker Program
Manchester Community College
Manchester, NH 12.2017 - 10.2018
Skills
- Circuit troubleshooting
- Equipment operation
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole climbing
- Blueprint analysis
- AutoCAD
- First aid training
- Physical fitness
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
Certification
- OSHA - 10 (Construction Safety & Health)
- Aerial Operator Training
- Adult CPR/AED/First-aid
- MCC Line School Certification
Accomplishments
- Eversource Lineman Rodeo
- International Lineman Rodeo
Timeline
Electrical Lineman
Eversource
10.2024 - 07.2025
Electrical Lineman
Eversource
11.2019 - Current
Bridge Crew Member
E.D. Swett
06.2018 - 11.2019
Lineworker School Certificate - Electrical Lineworker Program
Manchester Community College
12.2017 - 10.2018