Randy Fontenot
Crowley,LA
Summary
Dedicated electrical utility professional with experience at SLECA and a year and a half of continued growth and hands-on experience with Cleco. Skilled in electrical systems, distribution operations, troubleshooting, emergency response, and the safe use of tools and equipment. Experienced in working safely and efficiently in demanding environments while maintaining attention to detail and following established procedures. Dependable and team-oriented, with a strong work ethic and commitment to expanding my skills and taking on greater responsibilities within the line trade.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Mid level lineman
Cleco
Patterson, Louisiana
05.2025 - Current
- 1.5 years of mid-level lineworker experience at Cleco
- 8 months independently operating a service truck
- Experience with electrical distribution and power line systems
- Troubleshooting and completing service work safely and efficiently
- Construction crew experience with hands-on line construction
- Strong knowledge of safety procedures and field operations
- Dependable, hardworking, and able to work independently
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Committed to continued growth and developing linework skills
Apprentice Lineman
SLECA
Houma, LA
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Maintained and upgraded distribution system, including transformers, poles, and related equipment.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up to date on industry best practices.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations involving downed power lines or broken transformers.
- Loaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Troubleshot problems with existing electrical systems using test meters and other diagnostic instruments.
- Climbed wood poles to install lines, change out transformers and connect new service.
Education
100-500 Completed -
Cleco Course
05.2025 - 09.2026
Certificate - Lineman Training Module 1
ALEC
Baton Rouge, LA08-2024
Certificate - Forklift Certified
ALEC
Baton Rouge, LA03-2024
Graduate Certificate - Power Lineman
South Louisiana Community College
Crowley, LA09-2023
Certificate - Commercial Truck Driving Course
South Louisiana Community College
Crowley, LA09-2023
Certificate - NCCER Power Lineman Level 1
South Louisiana Community College
Crowley, LA09-2023
Certificate - HeartSaver First Aid, CPR, & AED Course
South Louisiana Community College
Crowley, LA08-2023
Certificate - Power Industry Fundamentals
South Louisiana Community College
Crowley, LA06-2023
Skills
- Vehicle maintenance
- Traffic control
- Climbing techniques
- Electrical systems
- Pole top rescue
- Pre-trip and post-trip inspection
- Attention to detail
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Class A CDL holder
- Overhead distribution
Timeline
Mid level lineman
Cleco
05.2025 - Current
100-500 Completed -
Cleco Course
05.2025 - 09.2026
Apprentice Lineman
SLECA
09.2023 - 04.2025
Certificate - Lineman Training Module 1
ALEC
Certificate - Forklift Certified
ALEC
Graduate Certificate - Power Lineman
South Louisiana Community College
Certificate - Commercial Truck Driving Course
South Louisiana Community College
Certificate - NCCER Power Lineman Level 1
South Louisiana Community College
Certificate - HeartSaver First Aid, CPR, & AED Course
South Louisiana Community College
Certificate - Power Industry Fundamentals
South Louisiana Community College