Refugio Delgado
Uvalde,Tx
Summary
Reliable Class A 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.
Hardworking Lineman with a background inspecting poles and lines for damage and experienced in troubleshooting techniques. Organized employee with a strong work ethic. I Bring solid understanding of electrical hazards, safety protocols, and equipment usage for line construction and maintenance. Demonstrated strengths include troubleshooting, fault detection, and repair of overhead lines and auxiliary equipment. I am diligent, a fast learner and work good with others every journeyman I’ve ever worked with will say great things about me as a pole buddy. I am dependable, I show up to work on time and ready to work daily. I am seasoned to the elements, and working in them.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Lineman
Source Power
08.2025 - Current
- Installed and maintained overhead electrical distribution systems for optimal performance.
- Conducted safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues efficiently.
- Mentored junior linemen on safe work practices and technical skills development.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in service delivery.
- Responded to emergency outages, restoring power swiftly while ensuring public safety.
- Reduced outage durations by identifying issues and performing necessary repairs on distribution systems.
- Performed maintenance tasks on transformers, switches, and various electrical equipment.
- Performed reconducts safely
- Bumping over old lines to the new lines safely
- Showing the ground hands and operators how to use the rope rigs and tensioners.
- Familiar with the Gvec system, and Oncor system
Class B Lineman
Pike electric west
03.2025 - Current
- Installed and maintained overhead power lines and electrical systems.
- Operated various tools and equipment for line construction projects, including track buckets and diggers.
- Assisted in Pole change outs on various types of poles including dead ends, double dead ends , 3 pot banks ,3 phase inlines.
- Familiar with Oncor specs and systems
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently.
- Responded to service calls and performed repairs on electrical distribution systems.
- Assisted in training new linemen on safety protocols and procedures.
- Followed established guidelines for safe handling of hazardous materials.
- Inspected electrical systems for faulty connections, loose wires, and other potential issues.
- Performed daily inspections of trucks, tools, ladders and other equipment prior to use.
- Removed trees from power lines during storms or emergencies.
- Participated in continuing education classes in order to stay current with industry trends.
- Climbed utility poles to access equipment or perform repairs.
- Conducted tests on electrical systems using specialized equipment such as voltmeters and ammeters.
- Performed routine maintenance on transformers, switches, and circuit breakers.
- Replaced damaged crossarms or insulators on utility poles as required.
Class B Lineman
James Powerline
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Installed and maintained overhead power lines and electrical systems.
- Operated various tools and equipment for line construction projects.
- Reconducts familiar with reconstructions equipment, rope ridges , tensioners, dollies, etc..
- Worked on 795 , #2, and 4/0
- Worked on single phase &3 phase
- Pole change outs
- Used track buckets
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently.
- Responded to service calls and performed repairs on electrical distribution systems.
- Assisted in training new linemen on safety protocols and procedures.
- Followed established guidelines for safe handling of hazardous materials.
- Performed daily inspections of trucks, tools, ladders and other equipment prior to use.
- Removed trees from power lines during storms or emergencies.
- Inspected electrical systems for faulty connections, loose wires, and other potential issues.
- Participated in continuing education classes in order to stay current with industry trends.
- Climbed utility poles to access equipment or perform repairs.
- Operated a variety of tools such as saws, drills, grinders, hydraulic benders and presses.
- Performed routine maintenance on transformers, switches, and circuit breakers.
- Replaced damaged crossarms or insulators on utility poles as required.
- Opened switches or attached grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
Class c lineman / groundhand
AMP Electrical Contractor
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducted routine maintenance on power lines and related equipment.
- Maintained inventory of tools, materials, and safety gear for ongoing projects.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment for all staff.
- Trained new hires on basic lineman skills and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot electrical issues on-site.
Digger Operator/ groundhand
James Powerline
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Operated digging equipment to excavate soil and rock for construction projects.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with site supervisors to follow project plans and specifications.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations to maintain a secure work environment.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety practices.
- Monitored digging depths and angles to meet project requirements accurately.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery including wearing personal protective gear.
- Performed minor maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels, greasing parts, and replacing worn components.
- Transported materials and poles to job sites with pole trailer & material trailer.
- Set poles Hot and dead
- Loaded poles
- Removed poles
- Down guys
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Psychology And Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TXLineman Certification/ Cdl - Lineman Program
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TXSkills
- Electrical system maintenance
- Pole change out
- Overhead line installation
- Equipment operation
- Safety protocol adherence
- Proper cover up
- Making up mechanical plans
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Effective communication
- Continuous learning
- Attention to detail
- Bucket truck operation
- Overhead line maintenance
- System upgrades
- Digger derrick usage
- Line extension projects
- Pole climbing proficiency
- Pole setting
- Cross-arm assembly
- Transformer installation
- Grounding procedures
- Wire splicing
- Chain hoist operation
- Emergency repairs
- CPR certification
- Universal flagger training
- Competent person excavating and trenching certification
- Fork lift certification
- Pole top rescue
- Bucket rescue
References
References available upon request.
Personal Information
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Class A Lineman
Source Power
08.2025 - Current
Class B Lineman
Pike electric west
03.2025 - Current
Class B Lineman
James Powerline
01.2024 - 02.2025
Class c lineman / groundhand
AMP Electrical Contractor
04.2023 - 11.2023
Digger Operator/ groundhand
James Powerline
02.2020 - 12.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Psychology And Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas Junior College
Lineman Certification/ Cdl - Lineman Program
Southwest Texas Junior College