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Paul Harrison

Damascus,AR

Summary

Dedicated Electrical Serviceman experienced in initiating and performing a wide range of equipment and system repairs for Utility customers. Skilled at reading and following blueprints, diagnosing problems and operating equipment safely. Looking to bring 34 years' experience to a permanent position at Linetec. Served at various times as safety chairman, guest instructor at lineman apprentice training, Smith Driving instructor and Ergonomics Champion for Arkansas (being the only one to complete the CBES certification). At one time I volunteered to train all the apprentices on how to install URD services so they would know the safe way to do the job, since I had worked in Little Rock and the others did not have the experience. I learned to try to keep things consistent and as simple as possible in order to keep everyone engaged. This included safety.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Serviceman

Entergy Arkansas
Conway, AR
01.2005 - 06.2019
  • Tested and inspected electrical work with test equipment to check performance and adjust for quality control.
  • Checked functioning of new equipment to evaluate system performance.
  • Put in new electric service, nightwatchers and meters at customer locations.
  • Assisted other technicians in troubleshooting difficult system problems.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations when performing repairs or installations.
  • Replaced worn or damaged parts as required to restore equipment functionality.
  • Completed site inspections to assess systems and equipment for performance and repair requirements.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of critical components to ensure proper operation.
  • Verified that all safety features were operational prior to leaving job sites.
  • Updated documentation related to service requests upon completion of each task.
  • Inspected, tested, adjusted and repaired electronic control systems and components.
  • Installed new parts and systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Use tools, equipment, gauges and calibration instruments daily.
  • Developed detailed plans for servicing customer equipment in a timely manner.
  • Identified potential problems before they become major issues requiring costly repairs.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding service and repairs.
  • Installed repairs and replaced electrical wiring.
  • Provided technical expertise to diagnose and repair malfunctions in various types of machinery.
  • Logged services performed in service ticket system.
  • Conducted service appointments to diagnose and fix problems.
  • Followed established safety rules, OSHA guidelines and company safety policies and procedures.
  • Examined previously completed work for accuracy.
  • Trained new team members on service processes to increase productivity.
  • Completed documentation promptly, enabling service requests to be properly recorded and tracked.
  • Implemented troubleshooting tactics to identify causes of poor machine performance.
  • Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
  • Set up and operated mechanical and manual tools and equipment.
  • Developed preventive maintenance procedures and schedules.
  • Prepared job assignment reports and forms for accountability and traceability.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
  • Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
  • Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
  • Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.

Senior Lineman

Entergy Arkansas
Conway, AR
01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
  • Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.
  • Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
  • Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.
  • Assisted in the repair of damaged lines due to storms or accidents.
  • Performed pole climbing, digging holes and backfilling trenches for line installation.
  • Removed old wires from utility poles before replacing them with new ones.
  • Assisted in the maintenance of underground cables and conduits.
  • Participated in emergency response teams during natural disasters.
  • Assisted in various capacities during construction, repair and maintenance of electrical lines.
  • Read blueprints and diagrams for proper installation techniques.
  • Cleaned up work sites after completing projects.
  • Connected new customers by running service drops from existing main line wires to customer premises.
  • Installed transformers, meters, regulators and other electrical components.
  • Assessed power lines, poles and electrical equipment for wear and damage and reported deficiencies to appropriate supervisor.
  • Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public.
  • Inspected equipment for faults or damage to determine repair needs.
  • Constructed distribution systems using hand tools such as shovels, hammers, saws and drills.
  • Provided technical assistance to apprentices while they learned the trade.
  • Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
  • Installed, spliced and tested overhead power lines.
  • Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
  • Climbed poles to compare printed data on transformers with work orders and examine wires and auxiliary equipment on poles.
  • Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
  • Conducted safety inspections of all power line equipment prior to use.
  • Compared layout and methods of installation to blueprints and sketches and marked differentiations on drawings.
  • Troubleshot overhead distribution lines to restore power service.
  • Troubleshot problems with distribution systems to identify root cause of issue.
  • Tested conductors to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections.
  • Installed electric watthour meters in pre-installed meter-connection boxes to connect service.
  • Worked closely with electricians on complex construction projects.
  • Measured distances between posts when installing wire support structures.
  • Replaced defective or burned out conductors on utility poles using aerial lift devices.
  • Worked with team to install cables, poles and transformers.
  • Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.
  • Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
  • Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
  • Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
  • Assessed job sites for cleanliness and organization and loaded trucks with materials at completion of shift.
  • Completed resagging on older or improperly installed lines.
  • Handled repair work for overhead and underground electrical power lines.
  • Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.

Education

High School Diploma -

Greenbrier High School
Greenbrier, AR
05-1980

Affiliations

  • I have had a garden for 35 years. I sold vegetables at the farmer's market for the last 4. Spring is my favorite time. Full of optimism.

Accomplishments

  • LIneman wise, competed in the LINEMAN'S rodeo, winning northern Arkansas title and going on to Kansas City to compete 2 years in a row.
  • Used to cook for the crews on rainy/snowy days to try to improve morale.
  • Planted a dove field of sunflowers one year for my co-workers. About 10 acres. Did not get any doves but we all had a great time.

Timeline

Journeyman Serviceman

Entergy Arkansas
01.2005 - 06.2019

Senior Lineman

Entergy Arkansas
01.1999 - 01.2001

High School Diploma -

Greenbrier High School

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