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RICHARD CONTE

Perris,CA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Apprentice Lineman

HHS construction
Ontario, CA
08.2022 - Current
  • Climbed wooden poles, ladders and towers or used bucket trucks to reach power lines and complete work.
  • Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
  • Worked with team to install cables and poles.
  • Compared layout and methods of installation to blueprints and sketches and marked differentiations on drawings.
  • Climbed poles to compare printed data on work orders and examine wires and auxiliary equipment on poles.
  • Adhered to strict federal and corporate rules to promote overall safety of workers and members of public.
  • Patrolled lines and reported defective equipment or unsafe conditions to supervisor for resolution.
  • Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
  • Assisted with emergency call-outs to quickly restore service.
  • Operated overhead line equipment such as bucket and boom trucks with consistent safety.
  • Helped operate digger derrick truck and dug rock holes.
  • Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on industry best practices.
  • Ensured that all worksites were left clean upon completion of projects.
  • Collaborated with other linemen in a team environment to complete projects in a timely manner.

Apprentice Lineman

HCI LLC
Riverside, CA
02.2022 - 08.2022
  • Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs.
  • Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents.
  • Resagged loose lines to prevent failures.
  • Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions.
  • Installed and maintained overhead and underground lines and auxiliary equipment.
  • Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks.
  • Removed old poles and hardware and replaced with new equipment.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps.
  • Used climbers, bucket lifts, and safety equipment for work at heights reaching as much as 40 feet above ground.
  • Performed pole climbing, digging holes and backfilling trenches for line installation.
  • Maintained, repaired and replaced poles and cross-arms.

Laborer/Carpenter

Craft Contracting Co
Moreno Valley, CA
11.2018 - 01.2022
  • Experienced, versatile in carpentry and woodworking with background in residential, commercial, municipal construction and remodeling to include framing, trim, windows, doors, and siding
  • Knowledge of construction process from material selection, techniques, tools and equipment to quality assurance, cost control, and safety
  • Following proper safety procedures as wearing hard hats, gloves and safety goggles
  • Role model of values by treating everyone with respect, working closely with peers to achieve excellence, and always working to provide continuous improvement
  • Consistently strive for and maintain a positive, strong working relationship with internal/external clients and customers.
  • Cleaned, calibrated and serviced tools and equipment.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Framed, remodeled and finished wood and metal structures.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
  • Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.

Sales Associate/ Courtesy Clerk

Stater Brother's Market
Hemet, CA
10.2015 - 03.2018
  • Utilize customer service skills, assist Leads, Senior Associates, and Managers in training entry-level associates
  • Responsible for restocking floor, maintaining merchandise, maintenance of the supply room, inventory, loading/unloading trucks manual and with forklifts
  • Delivery of store merchandise to various locations
  • Perform heavy manual labor on a daily basis and work different shifts as assigned
  • Extensive customer contact, interaction, responding to general inquiries, concerns and providing routine information in professional and courteous manner while maintaining positive relationships
  • Use of interpersonal skills for developing, maintaining excellent relationships with business unit personal, peers and management
  • Simultaneous management of multiple projects, assignments adhering to conflicting schedules and timelines
  • Understand, communicate effectively with excellent oral and written instructions
  • Strong work ethic, adherence to company policies and procedures
  • Able to recognize abnormal conditions, identify coherently and accurately to ensure that all safety guidelines have been met.

Education

Certificate of Completion - CDL (Class A)

First Choice Trucking School
Fontana, CA
01-2024

Certification of Electrical Lineworker Program -

Northwest Lineman College
Oroville, CA
06.2018

High School Diploma -

Perris High School
Perris, CA
06.2015

Skills

  • OSHA Safety Guidelines
  • Safety Compliance
  • Repair Work
  • Pole Climbing
  • Personnel Protection
  • Power Saws
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Operational Safety
  • Electrical Maintenance and Repair
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Hole Digging
  • Heavy Labor
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Chain hoist operation
  • Bucket truck operation
  • Electrical testing
  • Underground cabling
  • Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
  • Defensive Driver Training
  • Material Handling
  • Job Site Cleanup
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Safe Vehicle Operation
  • Customer Service
  • Equipment Operation
  • Clean Driving Record
  • Heavy Lifting
  • GPS Navigation
  • Route Planning Expertise
  • Load Security
  • DOT Compliance
  • Air Brake Certification

Additional Information

Summary of Qualifications: Class A CDL Licensed, Northwest Lineman College Graduate First aid and CPR Certified. Vault Rescue, Pole-Top Rescue Certified Osha 10 and Digger Derrick Certified Experience with tools, power tools-drills, rotor hammer, jack hammer, chainsaw, and basic use of electrical equipment. Experience with performing heavy manual labor, basic use and functions of electrical equipment and maintenance. Knowledge of measurements, basic electrical theory, using the fluke tool, knot tying (different types of knots) and various hand tools. Able to raise and lower weights up a pole using a pulley and handling for prolong periods of time. Highly reliable, punctual, hardworking, respectful, fast learner and able to work with others. Willing and physically able to work long hours in any weather condition. Creating and maintaining a safety conscious work environment by leading and influencing others to follow safety protocols and safe work practices.

Timeline

Apprentice Lineman

HHS construction
08.2022 - Current

Apprentice Lineman

HCI LLC
02.2022 - 08.2022

Laborer/Carpenter

Craft Contracting Co
11.2018 - 01.2022

Sales Associate/ Courtesy Clerk

Stater Brother's Market
10.2015 - 03.2018

Certificate of Completion - CDL (Class A)

First Choice Trucking School

Certification of Electrical Lineworker Program -

Northwest Lineman College

High School Diploma -

Perris High School

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