Ray Rector
Covington,TX
Summary
Reliable Class B Lineman known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in pole climbing, electrical line maintenance, and safety protocols to ensure work quality and team safety. Excel in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, applying these soft skills to overcome challenges and drive project success.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Class B Lineman
Pike Electric
Mount Airy, North Carolina
02.2022 - 11.2024
- Built new overhead line structures for transmission systems.
- Followed up with customers regarding any concerns related to their service requests.
- Identified areas where additional training was necessary in order to improve job performance.
- Instructed Tail boards before work was started with co workers along with a follow up Tail Board when work was completed.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired aerial and underground power lines according to safety regulations.
- Climbed utility poles to access equipment or perform repairs.
- Coordinated with subcontractors when needed for the completion of projects.
- Operated a variety of tools such as saws, drills, grinders, hydraulic benders and presses.
- Assisted with the installation of new service drops for residential customers.
- Removed trees from power lines during storms or emergencies.
Apprentice Plumber
NTD Mechanical
Irving, Texas
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Assembled pipe sections, tubing and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent and soldering materials.
- Installed water heaters according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Inspected drainage systems for compliance with specifications and local regulations.
- Removed waste material from work sites after completing projects safely.
- Connected gas lines to stoves, furnaces, grills following safety protocols.
- Cleaned up job sites at the end of each shift to ensure a safe working environment for others.
- Tested pipes for leaks using air pressure gauges or water pressure gauges.
- Assisted journeyman plumbers in performing repairs and maintenance on pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment.
- Checked out blueprints before installation of piping systems to determine the specific materials required.
- Repaired leaking valves, replaced defective washers and gaskets, repaired or replaced broken pipes.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches and saws during installation process.
Welding Supervisor
Holland LP
Crete, Illinois
06.2014 - 02.2021
- Created detailed reports on completed projects including time spent, materials used, defects found.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding quality or appearance of finished products.
- Analyzed data from inspections or tests to determine root cause of any issues that may arise in the welding process.
- Monitored and inspected welds to guarantee accuracy and quality of work.
- Trained new hires on proper setup and use of tools and equipment associated with job duties.
- Established performance standards for welders and monitored their progress throughout each project.
- Developed efficient procedures for welding processes to ensure cost-effective production.
- Performed minor repairs on welding equipment when needed; also arranged for major repairs by outside vendors when required.
- Maintained records of employee hours worked as well as overtime requests, approvals, denials.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex problems related to defective welds or improper technique usage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Whitney High School
Whitney, TX05-2008
Skills
- Cross-arm assembly
- Voltage regulation
- Substation operations
- Grounding procedures
- Hand tool expertise
- Overhead line maintenance
- Digger derrick usage
- Transformer installation
- Bucket truck operation
- Pole climbing proficiency
- Pole setting
- Electrical power line maintenance
- Fall protection practices
Timeline
Class B Lineman
Pike Electric
02.2022 - 11.2024
Apprentice Plumber
NTD Mechanical
02.2021 - 02.2022
Welding Supervisor
Holland LP
06.2014 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Whitney High School