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Nathaniel (Nate) Dobos

Nathaniel (Nate) Dobos

Riverside,CA

Summary

Skilled in safely installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power lines. Experience includes working with both underground and overhead power line systems, ensuring reliable power supply. Adept at many different areas of the electrical high voltage system operations. Strong problem-solving abilities, knowledgable at diagnosing issues quickly and effectively to minimize downtime. Contributed to improving system efficiency and safety protocols in previous roles, enhancing operational excellence. Well rounded individual trained in various software programs and applications. Very experienced in commercial driving.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Groundman/High Voltage Electrician

Western Construction Specialists
Pasadena, CA
12.2024 - 02.2025
  • Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines.
  • Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines.
  • Worked with a crew to install cables, poles and transformers.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as cranes, lifts, forklifts, wire tensioner, Hog Davis, back yard machine, ect.
  • Checked job sites for cleanliness and organization, loaded trucks with materials and trash at completion of job.
  • Competence and understanding of job maps, circuit maps, and material sheets to attain job completion.
  • Everyday driving of commercial vehicles with trailer. Including but not limited to: Digger truck, Bucket truck, (up to) 300 ton crane truck, tractor trailer, flatbed, stake bed. Driving all vehicles while trailering, including but not limited to, (up to) 70 foot utility pole, wire tensioner, wire puller, backyard machine, 3 Spool wire trailer.

Apprentice Lineman

(Local 47) City Light and Power
Long Beach, CA
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Helped operate digger derrick truck and dug rock holes, set anchors, and utility poles.
  • Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to set utility poles and power lines.
  • Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work area and keep the public safe.
  • Troubleshot overhead and underground distribution lines to restore power service.
  • Participated in safety meetings and to stay updated on industry practices and standards.
  • Competency and knowledge of installation using circuit maps and job maps.
  • Conducted routine maintenance or replacement on transformers, insulators, and switches to ensure optimal performance.
  • Climbed poles and towers, utilizing safety equipment (buck squeeze, secondary rope, pelican hooks and Gaffs) to access and repair electrical lines.
  • Responded to emergency outages and storm damage, working under challenging conditions to restore power.
  • Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
  • Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections using knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures in coordination with company checklist, Red Book Rules, and basic safety procedures.
  • Attended regular safety meetings as part of ongoing PPE and Red Book Rules training.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Everyday driving of commercial vehicles with trailer. Including but not limited to: Digger truck, Bucket truck, (up to) 300 ton crane truck, tractor trailer, flat bed, stake bed. Driving all vehicles while trailering, including but not limited to, (up to) 70 foot utility pole, wire tensioner, wire puller, backyard machine, 3 Spool wire trailer.

Groundman/High Voltage Electrician

(Local 47) Pro-E, Rokstad, Hampton Tedder
Southern California, CA
07.2019 - 04.2023
  • Installed and maintained a variety of high-voltage electrical equipment, including relays, switches, cables and wires.
  • Performed pre-installation build out and procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary (communication) equipment to poles.
  • Troubleshot complex electrical issues by reading schematics, job maps, and circuit maps.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as cranes, lifts, forklifts, wire tensioner, Hog Davis, and wire puller when necessary.
  • Performed voltage tests on transformers, Omnis, cap banks and other electrical components to ensure proper operation.
  • Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards (DVIR logs).
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections of truck cab and trailer before departing from the yard, making sure the load is secured properly.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for safety and performance.
  • Commercial driving experienced. Water trucks, tankers, tractor trailers, Diggers, bucket trucks, crane trucks, flatbed, stake bed.

Material Handler Supervisor

Local 47/Par Electric
Mira Loma, CA
06.2016 - 06.2019
  • Supervised team of material handlers to ensure they stay on task.
  • Provided guidance on appropriate methods for loading and unloading trucks safely.
  • Planned workflow, coordinated employee scheduling and assigned duties to maintain performance and accommodate fluctuating workloads.
  • Trained new employees on proper handling techniques for hazardous materials (old bolt covers, liquid fuses, and other asbestos related material).
  • Extensive use of the SAP system for material location, tracking purposes, and TD (job number) material fulfillment.
  • Utilized knowledge of various computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access.
  • Used Microsoft Word and PowerPoint to track material, give presentations, and research material.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary.
  • Skilled in operating commercial vehicles such as water trucks, tractor trailers, flatbeds, stake beds, and crane trucks.

Autoglass Technician/General Foreman

Safelite AutoGlass
Murrieta, CA
01.2008 - 06.2015
  • Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
  • Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Performed inspections of completed work prior to acceptance by client or owner representative.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily operations including time cards, production data logs.
  • Prepared reports detailing progress against established benchmarks or milestones.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Orthopedic Technician

Kaiser Hospital
Fontana, CA
01.2003 - 06.2008
  • Provided education to patients regarding their condition, treatment plan and post-operative care instructions.
  • Applied wide range of casting and traction techniques in accordance with established practices and physician instructions.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care was provided.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
  • Assisted with pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care of patients undergoing orthopedic surgery.
  • Performed rounds for inpatients and verified completion of proper traction alignment, correct brace fitting and routine dressing changes.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment in the operating room at all times.

Education

Line School Certification

LA Trade Tech
Los Angeles, CA
06-2022

Orthopedic Technology (Licensure/Certification)

North Orange ROP
Anaheim, CA
06-2003

High School Diploma -

Vista High
Vista, CA
06-1998

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science

Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA

Skills

  • Circuit and job map reading
  • Commercial driving
  • Heavy machinery operation
  • Power line installation
  • SAP, Power Point, Excel, Office, Word capabilities
  • Safety and PPE compliance
  • Crew/Team collaboration
  • Crew/Team communication

Certification

  • Class A License with endorsements
  • Crane certified (NCCCO)
  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Line School certification
  • Orthopedic Technologist Licensure
  • OSHA 10 ET&D certification
  • Rigging and Hand Signal Certification
  • Underground High Voltage Certification

Timeline

Groundman/High Voltage Electrician

Western Construction Specialists
12.2024 - 02.2025

Apprentice Lineman

(Local 47) City Light and Power
04.2023 - 04.2024

Groundman/High Voltage Electrician

(Local 47) Pro-E, Rokstad, Hampton Tedder
07.2019 - 04.2023

Material Handler Supervisor

Local 47/Par Electric
06.2016 - 06.2019

Autoglass Technician/General Foreman

Safelite AutoGlass
01.2008 - 06.2015

Orthopedic Technician

Kaiser Hospital
01.2003 - 06.2008

Line School Certification

LA Trade Tech

Orthopedic Technology (Licensure/Certification)

North Orange ROP

High School Diploma -

Vista High

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science

Crafton Hills College
Nathaniel (Nate) Dobos