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Owen Shay

Mount Gretna,PA

Summary

Safety-focused Lineman Apprentice with hands-on experience climbing steel poles, operating bucket trucks, and maintaining high-voltage systems. Seeking to advance in the electrical utility industry, applying strong problem-solving skills and a team-driven work ethic to maintain safe, reliable power systems.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Apprentice Lineman

Amtrak
07.2023 - Current
  • Climb steel poles to replace insulators, install transformers, and maintain overhead lines on critical rail infrastructure.
  • Operate bucket trucks, perform bucket and pole top rescue drills, and uphold strict safety standards.
  • Read sectionalizing diagrams to determine proper circuit isolation.
  • Perform splicing and corrective work on damaged wires.
  • Use advanced rigging to hoist and secure heavy electrical equipment.
  • Maintain CDL Class B license to safely transport materials and operate heavy trucks.

Electro-Mechanical Technician Intern

Pepperidge Farms
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Assisted with preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems across production lines.
  • Responded to service calls involving troubleshooting of machinery, circuits, and plant utilities.
  • Developed skills in electrical diagnostics and mechanical repair under experienced technicians.

Stocker

Home Décor Warehouse
02.2019 - 08.2021
  • Restocked inventory, trained new employees, and maintained a clean, organized workspace.
  • Communicated clearly with team members and managers to meet daily goals.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology
Lancaster, PA
05-2023

High School Diploma -

Cedar Crest High School
Lebanon, PA
06-2021

Skills

  • Line construction & maintenance (distribution & transmission)
  • Climbing poles & steel structures with fall protection
  • Rigging & hoisting heavy electrical equipment
  • Bucket truck operations
  • Splicing, terminating, troubleshooting conductors
  • Reading sectionalizing & one-line diagrams

  • Mechanical & electrical troubleshooting
  • Pole top & bucket rescue
  • CDL Class B with clean driving record
  • Strong adherence to safety protocols
  • Teamwork & clear job site communication

Certification

  • CDL Class B License
  • Pole top & bucket rescue
  • Ongoing Amtrak apprenticeship training

Timeline

Apprentice Lineman

Amtrak
07.2023 - Current

Electro-Mechanical Technician Intern

Pepperidge Farms
05.2022 - 09.2022

Stocker

Home Décor Warehouse
02.2019 - 08.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology

Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

High School Diploma -

Cedar Crest High School