Philip Ruth
Ooltewah,TN
Summary
Skilled Lineman Apprentice with over 4 years of hands-on utility fiber experience, specializing in aerial installations and equipment operation. Strong foundation in field safety and jobsite logistics, combined with 8 years of technical expertise in collision repair and production management, delivering effective problem-solving and leadership in diverse environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Lineman
Southeast Utilities of Georgia
Chattanooga, TN
08.2025 - Current
- Installed Telecom system power supplies.
- Installed and maintained telecommunications lines, anchors, and down guys for reliable service.
- Operated aerial lifts and other equipment for line construction projects.
- Conducted routine inspections of electrical systems for safety compliance.
- Assessed equipment issues on-site with team members to minimize downtime.
- Followed safety protocols while working in high-risk environments.
- Supported experienced linemen in performing complex repair tasks.
- Ensured timely loading of materials onto trucks to facilitate project schedules.
- Adhered to company standards regarding quality control procedures throughout all jobs.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, hammers, screwdrivers and drills to complete tasks.
- Prepared work sites by clearing debris and obstacles for safe operations. by removing brush, trees, stumps, rocks.
- Pulled lasher equipment to secure telecom lines to the strand during installation and other equipment to bond telecom lines to strand.
Aerial Groundhand
Dotcom Fiber
Plant City , FL
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported aerial fiber installations by operating equipment, assisting linemen, reading work maps, and installing anchors and down guys during extended job travels.
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks, contributing to reliable service delivery.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations on job sites.
- Maintained accurate inventory of materials and equipment used daily.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes.
- Communicated with clients on project updates and timelines to ensure alignment and satisfaction.
Aerial Groundhand
Lightspeed Construction Group
Tampa, Florida
09.2022 - 02.2025
- Assisted in the installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks.
- Operated fiber optic installation tools and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow processes resulting in more effective project execution.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations on job sites.
- Performed routine inspections of fiber optic installations to ensure adherence to quality control standards.
- Maintained accurate inventory of materials and equipment used daily.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project updates and timelines.
Automotive Fabricator & Production Manager
Falcon Creations
Tampa, FL
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Built custom vehicles, fabricated body components, managed insurance work, wiring, engine swaps, suspension upgrades, and SEMA-level builds.
- Fabricated metal components using various hand and power tools.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise assembly.
- Operated welding equipment to join materials securely and accurately.
- Fitted and aligned parts to fit properly on products.
- Installed fabricated items in accordance with drawings and specifications.
- Fabricated custom parts from raw materials using manual machining equipment.
- Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using measuring tools.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products for compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines efficiently.
- Assisted in training new staff on fabrication techniques and safety procedures.
- Adjusted and secured parts to ensure proper fit on products. to fit properly on products.
Collision Repair Technician / Team Lead
Ferman Collision
Lutz, Florida
08.2017 - 01.2021
- Led GEICO ARX team, structural repairs, welding, frame machine operation, and quality control.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and assessed repair needs.
- Performed accurate and detailed assessments of damaged vehicles to determine repair needs.
- Repaired and replaced damaged panels, bumpers, and frames.
- Performed bodywork using hand tools and power equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for safety compliance.
- Communicated with clients regarding repair status and timelines.
- Operated presses to realign structural components with various levels of damage.
- Replaced defective mechanical parts such as switches and relays with new ones.
Education
Certification - Collision Repair & Painting
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL 08.2014 - 08.2016
High School -
Earl J. Lennard High School
Ruskin, FL 08.2010 - 01.2014
Skills
- Fiber installation, Utility support, Bucket operations, Guy installation, Lashers & reels, Truck operation, Map reading, Safety compliance, Mechanical troubleshooting
- Map reading
- Utility support
- Safety compliance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Surface preparation
- Hand tool operation
- Power tool operation
- Welding processes
- Spot welding
- Soldering processes
- Electrical repairs
- Collision structure
- Collision assessment
- Structural assessment
- Collision restoration
- Dent repair
- Body filler application
- Surface preparation
- Corrosion prevention
- Fiberglass restoration
- Aluminum restoration
- Headlight repair
- Vehicle teardown
- Buffing processes
- Seam sealing
- Hydraulic operation
- Team collaboration
- Workflow optimization
- Client communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Technical understanding
- Equipment maintenance
- Staff training
- Diagnostic testing
- Collision assessment
- Seam sealing
- Buffing processes
- Auto body construction
- Upholstery extraction
- Surface preparation
- Corrosion prevention
- Hydraulic operation
Certification
OSHA 10 | CPR/First Aid | Bucket Truck Certification | Railway Crossing Certification | I-CAR Welding | ASE Non-Structural & Refinishing
Timeline
Apprentice Lineman
Southeast Utilities of Georgia
08.2025 - Current
Aerial Groundhand
Dotcom Fiber
02.2025 - 08.2025
Aerial Groundhand
Lightspeed Construction Group
09.2022 - 02.2025
Automotive Fabricator & Production Manager
Falcon Creations
01.2021 - 09.2022
Collision Repair Technician / Team Lead
Ferman Collision
08.2017 - 01.2021
Certification - Collision Repair & Painting
Hillsborough Community College
08.2014 - 08.2016
High School -
Earl J. Lennard High School
08.2010 - 01.2014